Jobs in Nova Scotia (16,366 jobs)

Jobs across Nova Scotia, Canada. Choose a city or town to search nearby.

16,366 listings · 2,310 employers Counted Nov 12, 2026. How we count

About these jobs

Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (734 listings), Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health (680 listings), Nova Scotia Health Authority (517 listings).

Common roles: Cashier, Retail sales associate, Cook.

1,812 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	19.87	1,366
CAD / year	71,825.00	394

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 10% hybrid, 89% on-site, 1% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

Jobs in Nova Scotia

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Dartmouth, NS
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Halifax, NS
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Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Halifax, NS
Current BLS (HCP) Certification required
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Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Halifax, NS
Current BLS (HCP) Certification required
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Dartmouth, NS
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Dartmouth, NS
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Kentville, NS
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Foreman
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Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
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Dartmouth, NS
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Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Pharmacy Assistant, Hourly Part Time Day
Shoppers Drug Mart
Yarmouth Indian Reserve No. 33, NS
- Part-time
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Saint Mary's University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Saint Mary's University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time

Shannex Incorporated

Continuing Care Assistant

Bible Hill, NS, Canada

Approximate hourly wage: $21.79 - $27.12 · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: Approximate hourly wage: $21.79 - $27.12
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 6, 2026

Original job description

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 Vimy Court team based in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia.

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: $21.79 - $27.12
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
Assists with resident’s special needs, e.g. eye care, colostomy, and catheter
Assists in restorative care e.g. walking, range of motion
Provides mealtime assistance when required
Provides snacks, morning and afternoon fluid passes and night lunches, while monitoring intake
Documents according to facility policy e.g. Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, initiating medication incident reports, servery documentation and audits, incident reports etc
Communicates and reports pertinent and relevant information and/or observations to the Supervisor
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 daily
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.
Additional duties as assigned/required

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 are registered in Nova Scotia’s CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act
For more information on how to become a certified CCA in Nova Scotia: ca/careers/education-options/recognize-prior-learning/
You hold a valid CPR/Frist Aid certification. (required)
Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
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

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More about this job

Responsibilities

Assist residents with personal hygiene, daily living activities, meals, mobility, special care needs, and restorative care. Document care and observations, communicate with supervisors, contribute to individualized care plans and leisure activities, and perform delegated nursing tasks and light housekeeping.

Requirements

Applicants must have completed a Continuing Care Assistant program or an accepted equivalent, be registered in Nova Scotia’s CCA registry, and hold valid CPR and First Aid certification. The role requires flexible availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays; dementia care training, long-term care experience, and lift-and-transfer training are assets.

Skills

Personal Care
Resident Assistance
Mealtime Assistance
Restorative Care
Infection Prevention And Control
Electronic Health Care Records
Documentation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Communication
Dementia Care
CPR And First Aid
Safe Lifting And Transfers
Resident Care Planning
Leisure Activity Planning
Flexible Scheduling

Benefits

Health, Vision, And Dental Benefits
Employee And Family Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Travel Insurance
Other Insurance
24/7 Virtual Healthcare
RRSP With 5% Employer Matching
Vacation Accrual
Free Onsite Parking
Employee Discounts
Continuing Education And Training
Career Growth And Advancement Opportunities
Recognition And Rewards

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Continuing Care Assistant
Resident Care
Personal Care
Bathing
Oral Hygiene
Skin Care
Mobility Assistance
Mealtime Assistance
Restorative Care
Range Of Motion
Colostomy Care
Catheter Care
Medication Incident Reports
Resident Care Plans
Electronic Health Care Records
Infection Prevention And Control
Alzheimer’s Care
Dementia Care
CPR
First Aid
Nova Scotia CCA Registry
Lift And Transfer
Long-Term Care
Senior Living
Interdisciplinary Team

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