Long-Term Care Aide

Job Category: Work for Foreigners in Canada
Job Title: Long-Term Care Aide (Special Care Worker)
Employer: Balsam
Location: Dayspring, NS
Wage: $22.00 to $25.00 per hour
Terms of Employment: Casual employment, Part-time leading to full-time
Shift/Schedule: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, On Call

Balsam is seeking compassionate and dedicated Long-Term Care Aides (Special Care Workers) to provide high-quality care and support to residents. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about healthcare and committed to ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to patient care and comfort
• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, and grooming patients
• Serve meal trays and assist patients with feeding
• Make beds and maintain cleanliness in patients’ rooms
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for residents

Requirements

• Languages: English
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Experience an asset

Credentials:

• First Aid Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate

Additional Information
Security and Safety:

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/Travel Information: Own transportation required

Personal Suitability

• Client-focused
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Reliable
• Team player
• Strong values and ethics

Benefits
Health Benefits:

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits:

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Pension plan

Other Benefits:

• Free parking available
• Employer-paid learning/training opportunities

Work Environment

• Work in long-term care facilities, hospitals, or private residences
• Physically demanding tasks, including lifting and assisting patients
• Interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Shift work, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Skills and Knowledge Required

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene procedures
• Ability to handle emergency situations with calmness and efficiency
• Patience, empathy, and a caring attitude

Education and Certification Requirements

• Completion of a secondary school diploma
• Certification in First Aid, Food Safety, and Non-violent Crisis Intervention
• Additional training in healthcare or personal support work is an asset

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need of care!

Who Can Apply?

• Canadian citizens, permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit

How to Apply
Online: Apply via the company’s website.

Source: Job Bank (jobbank.gc.ca)