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We are searching for a Continuing Care Assistant to join our Harbourstone Enhanced Care team based in Sydney, 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: 

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program  
• Pension plan  
• Vacation accrual begins immediately and travel insurance  
• Free onsite parking 

• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Work Perks Program 
• 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; 
• 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 on a daily basis; 

• 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. 

About You 

• You have a valid Continuing Care Certification or Provincial Personal Care Worker course or equivalent; 

• You are a registered in Nova Scotia’s CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act 
• You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays,  
• You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening; 
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset; 
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset 

• Valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred. 

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Location: 430 Grand Lake Road Sydney, NS B1P 5S8

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have a strong focus on client satisfaction
• The candidates should possess efficient interpersonal skills
• The candidates should be reliable
• The candidates should be team players

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to bring clean dishes, flatware, and other items to serving areas, set tables neatly and efficiently, and replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving areas as needed, ensuring guests have everything they require
• The candidates should be able to carry and replace linen, ensuring tables are properly dressed for dining, clear and clean tables, trays, and chairs promptly to maintain a clean dining environment, and load buspans and trays with used dishes and utensils for efficient transport to the kitchen
• The candidates should be able to keep records of the quantities of food used accurately to manage inventory effectively, package take-out food securely to maintain freshness during transportation, and portion and wrap foods neatly and consistently to ensure uniformity and hygiene
• The candidates should be able to prepare, heat, and finish simple food items according to established recipes and standards, serve customers at counters or buffet tables with attentiveness and professionalism, providing a positive dining experience, and stock refrigerators and salad bars with fresh ingredients to ensure availability for service
• The candidates should be able to take customers’ orders accurately, listening attentively to preferences and special requests, and use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foodstuffs efficiently and safely

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
dqgrandlake@gmail.com

We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Harbourstone Enhanced Care team based in Sydney, 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: $26.55 - $29.51
• NSNU seniority
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
• 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

• Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff;
• Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services;
• Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures;
• Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice;
• Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting;
• Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy;
• Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body
• ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred
• a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge 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.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to clear and clean tables, trays, chairs, and sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand
• The candidates should be able to keep records of the quantities of food used, package take-out food, and portion and wrap foods
• The candidates should be able to use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foodstuffs, clean and sanitize the kitchen, including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances, and equipment
• The candidates should be able to handle and store cleaning products, receive, unpack, and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards, and other storage areas
• The candidates should be able to remove kitchen garbage and trash, sweep, mop, wash, and polish floors

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
careers.pizza67@gmail.com