Antigonish and Area Homemakers - Antigonish Care Aide (ACA)
Home Care - Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Competition #: ACA01-25EXT03
Posted: March 17, 2025
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Schedule: Day, Evening, Night
Antigonish Area Home Support Agency is Currently Hiring for the following areas:
If you are passionate about caring for others and are looking for an opportunity to build a career with Antigonish and Area Homemakers, then we want to hear from you!
We offer:
* Paid 2 week orientation and on the job training
* Support in obtaining Nova Scotia CCA certification
* Days, evenings, nights, weekends; many flexible options.
* Competitive pay rates
* Occupational health services
* Access to ongoing education
* Wireless Phone
Qualifications:
* Grade 12 or equivalency
* Current Emergency First-Aid with Level C CPR
* Individuals on learning path for CCA-not registered for PLAR
* Individuals who have taken the CCA course but have not yet passed the exam
* Minimum of 12 months of relevant work or volunteer experience
* Experience in one or more areas:
o Senior Care
o Young Adult Care
o Group Home
o Caring for family member/friend
o Child Care
* Current CCA student with successful completion of first skills development placement
Responsibilities:
* Responsible for providing service to residents/clients in accordance with the individual care plan developed by the RN Clinical Leader and interdisciplinary team members or RN Supervisor
Tasks:
* Provide personal care (e.g., bathing, dressing, grooming)
* Assist residents with meals and between meal refreshments
* Provide respite to families and caregivers
* Engage residents/families in leisure/recreational activities on unit
* Facilitate resident/family participation in recreation programs
* Provide opportunities for residents/families to interact with the environment in which they live/visit, Meal preparation
* Complete other tasks as required
If this exciting opportunity interests you and you would like to discuss employment opportunities, please apply NOW. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE.
Antigonish and Area Homemakers is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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