Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) / Personal Care Worker (PCW)

Location : The MiraJob Description : CCA / PCW -Full-Time, Part time and CasualAlso open to RN / LPN and CCA studentsA member of the interdisciplinary resident care teamBecome a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits, a generous vacation plan and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities· Provide personal hygiene, oral care, skin care, toileting, bathing, feeding, dressing and grooming· Maintain confidentiality concerning residents, staff and organizational information· Work within the NSAHO Scope of Practice· Provide companionship and emotional support to residents· Maintain a safe and clean environment, adhering to facility infection control policiesQualificationsQualifications : Reliable with a good attendance record and cheerful dispositionPersonal care of residents including restorative care and the ability to lift up to 50lbsMaintenance of a clean and sanitary environmentEffective communication, both written and verbal in EnglishAbility to maintain confidentiality concerning residents, staff and organizational informationMust take initiative and be able to work with minimal supervisionRespectful and hardworking team player with a professional and courteous mannerCCAs will work within the NSAHO Scope of PracticeWill be accepting RN, LPN and CCA studentsTraining & Experience : Standard First Aid or Basic Life Support - CPR / Choking - AdultSuccessful completion of CCA / PCW courseAlzheimer course preferredSuccessful applicants must have successfully completed a CCA, First Aid and CPR course and be computer literateExperience in a similar environment is considered an assetSkillsConfidentiality, Emotional, Leasing, Skin, SupportArrayAbout GEM Health Care GroupGEM Health Care Group is a Nova Scotian, family run business which has been enhancing the lives of seniors in the communities where they operate since 1979.We continue to remain a leader in transforming how health care is delivered to seniors in Nova Scotia and we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment.GEM currently operates various levels of seniors' care facilities throughout Nova Scotia, Ontario, and in Hollywood, Florida.Other InformationJob Types : Full-time, Part-time, CasualPay : Up to $48,000.00 per year - Wages based on UNIFOR contract.Benefits : Company pensionDental careEmployee assistance programExtended health careOn-site parkingPaid time offSchedule : 8 hour shiftDay shiftNight shiftSupplemental Pay : Overtime pay