Continuing Care Assistant

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a  Continuing Care Assistant  to join our  Parkland in the Valley - Quispamsis  team based in  Quispamsis, New Brunswick. 

Meaningful Benefits 

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.  

Additional benefits include: 

• Approximate hourly wage: $26.74 - $30.00
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances 
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan 
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance 
• Free onsite parking 
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events 
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence 
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives 
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety 

About the Opportunity 

• Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as: bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment;
• Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan;
• Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis;
• Assists with light housekeeping duties;
• Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice;
• Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor

About You 

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring: 

• Completion of Continuing Care Assistant program or equivalency according to the CCA Entry to Practice Policy 
• You hold a valid CPR/First Aid certification
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check
• You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays 
• Completed Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset 
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices 
• Knowledge of principles of personal care including bathing, oral hygiene 
• Ability to utilize technology (i.e. Electronic Health Care Records) 
• A completed Back in Form Lift & Transfer Program is considered an asset 
• Bilingualism in French/English is considered an asset 
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset 
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care 

Join the Shannex Enhanced Care team of Great People today!

Great People is one of our core values, grounded in a belief that team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. In every Shannex Enhanced Care location across Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, you can count on a culture of recognition where every person is treated fairly and with respect.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.