Extendicare·Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
Provide essential personal care, including bathing and grooming, and assist clients with meals and light housekeeping. Offer companionship and emotional support while traveling between various client residences.
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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. 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 time As the leading home care provider in the country, ParaMed Home Health Care, has proudly been helping Canadians live better at home since 1974. When you join ParaMed, you become part of a caring community of over 12,000 dedicated professionals committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care. 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 committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request. ParaMed 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. Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Our Values We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.
Candidates need at least one year of personal care experience and must plan to complete the CCA exam within four months. A valid driver's license, vehicle access, and a clear Vulnerable Position Screening are strongly preferred.
Market context
In Nova Scotia, continuing care roles are often in steady demand as care settings look for candidates who can support daily personal care and complete certification quickly. This role is competitive because employers want prior hands-on care experience, a plan to pass the CCA exam within four months, and often prefer a driver’s license, vehicle access, and a clear Vulnerable Position Screening. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your exam timeline and screening readiness before applying.