Continuing Care Assistant in Training (CCAIT)
- Bedford, NS, Canada
- Bridgewater, NS, Canada
- Kentville, NS, Canada
- Middle Musquodoboit, NS, Canada
- NS, Canada
- Windsor, NS, Canada
- ParaMed Admin Office - NS (Bedford Hwy), Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- At least 1 year of experience in providing personal care
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description
🚨 NOW HIRING: Continuing Care Assistant in Training (CCAITs)
⚡ SAME-WEEK HIRING | Immediate Start Available
Ready to get to work this week? We’re urgently hiring CCAITs in Kentville/Windsor (Valley), Bridgewater/Lunenberg, Middle Musquodoboit and moving fast - apply today, interview quickly, and start working in days.
If you’re a compassionate caregiver looking for flexible hours and meaningful work, this is your opportunity to join a supportive team right away.
⚡ Fast-Track Hiring Process
Apply today
Quick interview turnaround
Start working within days
💥 Why Join Us Now
Immediate shifts available
Flexible full-time & part-time schedules
Paid training and onboarding
Health & dental benefits
Mileage reimbursement between client visits
Company-provided mobile device
Employee perks, recognition & support programs
Education assistance for you and your family
🏃♀️ Your Day-to-Day
Provide personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing)
Travel between client homes
Assist with meals and light housekeeping
Support daily living activities
Offer companionship and emotional support
✅ What You Need
At least 1 year of experience in providing personal care
Plan to successfully complete CCA exam in 4 months
Nursing background or extensive PSW experience will also be considered
Experience with elderly populations is preferred
A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is strongly preferred as travel to patient residences is required
Ability to effectively communicate both through oral and written mediums
Able to provide a current criminal check with clear Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS) if selected
Ability to demonstrate compassion, tact and diplomacy when interacting with residents/patients and their families
A passion for making a difference in your community.
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We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Time Type
Full timeParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.
ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@paramed.com.
We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.
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Responsibilities
The Continuing Care Assistant in Training will provide essential personal care services including bathing, grooming, and meal assistance to clients in their homes. They are also responsible for offering emotional support and companionship while traveling between various patient residences.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least one year of experience in personal care and a plan to complete the CCA exam within four months. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are strongly preferred to facilitate travel to client homes.
Skills
- Personal care
- Bathing
- Grooming
- Dressing
- Meal assistance
- Light housekeeping
- Companionship
- Emotional support
- Communication
- Time management
- Patient care
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Company-provided mobile device
- Employee perks
- Recognition programs
- Support programs
- Education assistance
- Paid training
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Continuing Care Assistant
- CCAIT
- Home health care
- Personal support worker
- Caregiving
- Patient care
- Nursing
- Vulnerable Position Screening
- Criminal check
- Healthcare
- Community support
- Independent living
- ParaMed