Become 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.
Location: Heart of the Valley - Middleton
Title: Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) / Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Schedule: ( Permanent part-time, casual)
Responsibilities:
- Provide personal hygiene, oral care, skin care, toileting, bathing, feeding, dressing and grooming to residents
- Encourage and assist in maintaining the autonomy of residents whenever possible
- 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 policies
- Record keeping, updating and maintaining resident charts and reporting any changes in a resident’s condition
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current Standard First-Aid and CPR certification
- Successful completion or enrollment in a CCA/PSW program
- Effective communication, both written and verbal in English
- Physically fit/able to perform physically demanding job duties
- Reliable and punctual with a good attendance record
- Registered with the CCA Registry
- Previous experience working in geriatrics is an asset
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.97-$25.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Experience:
- long-term care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- CCA Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
