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Extendicare (Canada)3 days ago

Continuing Care Assistant in Training (CCAIT)

On-site · Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada or Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada

Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
Not Specified
Company size
Large

Job Summary

Provide personal care and daily living support to clients in their homes, including bathing, grooming, dressing, meal assistance, light housekeeping, companionship, and support for daily living activities. Travel between client homes is required. Roles include flexible full-time and part-time schedules with paid training and onboarding, education assistance, and benefits. Applicants should have at least 1 year of personal-care experience, be prepared to complete the CCA exam within 4 months (nursing background or PSW experience welcome), hold a valid driver’s license (preferred), and be able to pass a criminal check with VPS verification. ParaMed emphasizes accessible, inclusive hiring and may use AI tools during recruitment; every application will be reviewed by a human recruiter. Location options include Halifax, Kentville, Peggy’s Cove, Lower Sackville, Middle Musquodoboit, Bridgewater, and Windsor in Nova Scotia, Canada. Our team delivers compassionate, person-centered care across Canada with a focus on enabling independence and supporting communities.

Required Qualifications

  • 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
  • A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is strongly preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Current criminal check with clear VPS if selected
  • Ability to provide compassionate, tactful care to residents/patients and families
  • Flexibility for scheduling, including travel between client residences
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