Continuing Care Assistant

Job Location(s): St. Margarets Bay, NS

ParaMed is currently seeking energetic and dedicated CCA/CCAITs to join our dynamic team of community caregivers! Our CCA/CCAIT staff will provide individualized care that is sensitive to the clients’ unique needs, providing assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) and Independent Activities of Daily Living (IADL’s) through a client specific assignment working under the direction of and in collaboration with a regulated health care professional. Care will take place in the community, within a client’s home.

Current vacancies are in the Halifax Regional Municipality area including Halifax proper, Dartmouth, and St. Margaret's Bay ($500.00 sign on bonus for St. Margaret's Bay area employees!)

Responsibilities:

• Provides personal care to patients within a community setting
• Provides assistance with a variety of household tasks
• Provides cognitive, social, emotional, psychological, support to the patient and their family
• Using a company-provided work device, documents information required for each patient visit
• Adhere to the ParaMed policies in all interactions with patients, families or other parties ensuring privacy and confidentiality

Benefits of

Provided with the latest technology mobile device for scheduling and communication

• Competitive compensation
• One on one patient care
• Membership to Perkopolis and other retailer discounts
• Paid orientation
• Opportunities for additional training with careers leading into management roles
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Health and dental benefits available to you and immediate family
• Mentorship Perks

Qualifications:

• CCA Certificate or currently enrolled in a CCA program (CCAIT) or other equivalent healthcare education
• Experience providing personal care and/or daily living support to patients
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is preferred, though not an absolute requirement
• Willingness to work every second weekend
• Ability to pass or satisfy a CPIC and VPS upon hire
• A passion for making a difference

If you enjoy making people smile, we know you will love a career with ParaMed! We want you to join our team of spirited and fun-loving professionals as we support the neighbors in our community! Please submit a resume by clicking the Apply Now button.

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