Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) - Nova Scotia

Continuing care assistant (Cca)

Halifax, Bedford, Sackville, Musquodoboit, Dartmouth and Windsor

Do your life’s best work with us!

CBI Home Health is dedicated to improving the lives of both our clients and our health care team members. As you care for others, CBI Health will care for you by providing the Personal Protective Equipment, training and resources that you need to feel confident every day.

We’re committed to making a difference in people’s lives – and that starts with yours. You’ll enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home, with a balance of teamwork and independence. We have a team of Supervisors and motivated colleagues who are excited to meet and support you!

Here’s a look at our total rewards

• Competitive wages, paid orientation, paid travel time and mileage
• Comprehensive benefits plan for you and your family
• Evening and Weekend Premiums.
• Flexible hours with a commitment to work-life balance.
• Supportive on-boarding program, peer-to-peer support, mentorship and ongoing learning and development to continuously advance your knowledge and skills
• Career development and Opportunities to grow your career within CBI Home Health’s national network
• Reward and recognition program
• Early Access to Your Pay! On-demand access before payday up to $200 daily when you need it most!

Your role with clients

The Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) provides support with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Independent Activities of Daily Living (iADLs) for individuals with a broad range of care needs in their homes and other community locations.

The CCA collaborates with members of the health care team and the caregiver/family in meeting the needs of individuals to attain an optimal level of independence and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal support activities with ADLs and/or iADLs to individuals with a broad range of non-complex care needs in their homes and other community locations.
• Assisting in administering medications to patients as directed by registered healthcare professionals.
• Assist with daily living activities, such as grooming, dressing, bathing, planning, and preparing meals.
• Checking and recording patients’ vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rates.
• Help with patient mobility, prescribed exercises, and transfers.
• Collaborate with members of the health care team and the caregiver/family.
• Report any client safety concerns or evidence of client abuse or child abuse are required by law to a supervisor.
• Communicate effectively with the client, family and/or caregiver, and coordinators.
• Document client tasks/information.
• Communicate the needs, any changes and/or problems concerning clients, particularly any changes which may alter the plan of care to a supervisor.
• Maintain accurate and concise documentation in progress notes of clients and reporting any status changes.

• What you will need to be successful
• Must have a CCA certificate from Seniors and Long-Term Care Nova Scotia or equivalency determined by the Health Association of Nova Scotia (HANS)
• Current Standard Level "C" CPR and First Aid Certificate;
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 12 months;
• Valid Canadian Driver's license (class 5 or 5N) and access to a reliable vehicle with insurance to travel from home to home within the community: Windsor, Halifax, Bedford, Sackville, Musquodoboit, Dartmouth
• Food Handlers Certificate
• WHMIS Certificate
• Registration with the Nova Scotia Continuing Care Assistant Registry
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills required; the ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset
• Reliability and strong organization skills
• Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg)
• Only applicants who have graduated from the CCA program, passed the provincial exam, and obtained full registration in Nova Scotia will be considered!

Join us at CBI Home Health - Because Your Care Matters.

To learn more about CBI, please visit www.cbihomehealth.ca

CBI Home Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives that help us innovate and provide the best possible care to our clients.

We are committed to fostering a positive experience for all Indigenous applicants whether you’re First Nations (status or non-status), Inuit or Metis and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and CBI Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of our hiring process. Please inform your recruiter if you have any accommodation requests.