Continuing Care Assistant
- Port Hawkesbury, NS, Canada
$22.23 to $27.67 CAD / hour · Full-time
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- Pay
- $22.23 to $27.67 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Continuing Care Assistant
Location: Port Hawkesbury
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Position: Full-Time
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Wage: $22.23–$27.67/hour
MacLeod Cares Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home is a 66-bed long-term care home in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, central to all services and amenities. We are proud to provide compassionate, person-centered care in a close-knit community environment where Residents feel at home.
Operating under MacLeod Group Health Services Limited (MGHSL), we are committed to creating a positive, supportive workplace where team members grow, lead, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Residents and their families.
As a Continuing Care Assistant (CCA), you will provide hands-on, person-centered care that supports the comfort, dignity, and well-being of our Residents.
MacLeod Cares strives to be industry leading while demonstrating exceptional care for our Residents and their families. Whether you are newly certified or bring years of experience, you will be supported through mentorship, training, and opportunities for professional growth.
Qualifications:
- Valid CCA Certification with Medication Administration Certificate in Nova Scotia (or equivalent)
- Compassionate and positive personality
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Excellence driven with a sincere desire to work with the elderly
- A clear vulnerable sector and criminal record check
Those currently enrolled in LPN, paramedic, or related healthcare programs who have completed pharmacology are also encouraged to apply.
What We Offer:
- Competitive wages and benefits package
- Ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities
- A supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace culture
- Comprehensive Occupational Health & Safety training and resources to ensure you can work with confidence and care – your safety is our priority
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Residents and families every day
Safety is a shared responsibility. We are looking for candidates who value a culture of care, accountability, and proactive health and safety practices.
MacLeod Cares is committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage everyone to apply.
Please note, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Great people are the foundation of our success!
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Responsibilities
The Continuing Care Assistant at MacLeod Cares will provide hands-on, person-centered care to residents in a long-term care home. The role supports residents' comfort, dignity and daily well-being.
Requirements
Candidates need a valid CCA certification with a Medication Administration Certificate in Nova Scotia, or equivalent. They need strong communication and teamwork skills, a compassionate nature, and a clear vulnerable sector and criminal record check.
Skills
- Personal care
- Hands-on resident care
- Medication administration
- Person-centered care
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Compassionate care
- Infection control
- Occupational health and safety
- Mentorship
- Working with older adults
- Documentation
Benefits
- Ongoing education, mentorship and leadership development
- Occupational health and safety training and resources
Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Continuing Care Assistant
- CCA
- personal care aide
- nursing assistant
- long-term care
- nursing home
- elder care
- seniors care
- medication administration
- resident care
- home health aide
- healthcare aide
- Nova Scotia
- Port Hawkesbury
Perks
- Paid training
Licences and certifications
- CCA Certification
Languages
- English