Posted 2 months ago
Continuing Care Assistant
@ Shannex
Eskasoni, Nova Scotia
Overview
Shannex is hiring a part-time Continuing Care Assistant for Kiknu, a long-term care home on the Eskasoni First Nation in Nova Scotia. The role supports elders with daily living, care planning and leisure activities, and requires a valid CCA certification, registration in Nova Scotia's CCA registry, and flexible availability including nights, weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities:
- Assist residents with hygiene and daily living activities
- Contribute to individualized resident care plans
- Plan and run daily resident leisure activities
- Perform light housekeeping
- Perform delegated nursing acts within scope of practice
Requirements summary:
- Valid Continuing Care Certification or Provincial Personal Care Worker course or equivalent
- Registered in Nova Scotia CCA registry
- Valid CPR and First Aid certification
- Flexible availability for days, nights, weekends and holidays
- Alzheimer's and dementia care course an asset
- Experience with elders in long-term care or senior living an asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Continuing Care Assistant certification, CPR, First Aid |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Employee discount, Transit support, Paid training |
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Shannex
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Full company description
Shannex Inc. offers Retirement Living, Care at Home, and Nursing Home services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Shannex has been built on the commitment to place clients first, to provide service excellence and respect each client as an individual. Shannex is a family-owned, Maritime-based company that has been providing care to clients since 1988. Our core values; Clients First, Building Trusted Partnerships, Always Improving Quality and Being Accountable, define what Shannex stands for and create the framework for all that we do. Shannex is more than a place to live or work. We are a community of people and friendships where the focus is on living well in the place our clients call home
- LinkedIn followers
- 18,879
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,853
- Reported office locations
- 621 Starboard Dr, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3M 0N5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Shannex Incorporated
- Specialties
- Care at Home
- Retirement Living
- and Nursing Home
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Shannex Inc. offers Retirement Living, Care at Home, and Nursing Home services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Shannex has been built on the commitment to place clients first, to provide service excellence and respect each client as an individual. Shannex is a family-owned, Maritime-based company that has been providing care to clients since 1988. Our core values; Clients First, Building Trusted…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1988 |
| Specialties | Care at HomeRetirement Livingand Nursing Home |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 261 |
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Kiknu, meaning “our home” in Mi’kmaq, is Nova Scotia’s first long term care home on a First Nation community. A residents-first approach to care and service ensures Kiknu is supporting independence, promoting dignity and placing value on the choices for how elders want to live their lives.
Shannex acts as the operating partner alongside the First Nations community of Eskasoni in the operation of Kiknu. Together, we will ensure the community will deliver exceptional service and care while honouring Mi’kmaw culture, values and traditions.
We are searching for a Continuing Care Assistant to join our Kiknu team based in Eskasoni, Nova Scotia.
Meaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who will make Kiknu a great place to live, work and visit. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of elders. Additional benefits include:
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Life, travel, and other insurances
- Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
- Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan (8.7% Kiknu matching)
- Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
- Free onsite parking
- Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
- Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
- Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
About the Opportunity
- Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment.
- Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan.
- Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities daily.
- Assists with light housekeeping duties.
- Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice
- Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor.
- Additional related duties as assigned
About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
- You have a valid Continuing Care Certification or Provincial Personal Care Worker course or equivalent.
- You are registered in Nova Scotia’s CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act
- For more information on how to become a certified CCA in Nova Scotia:novascotiacca.ca/careers/education-options/recognize-prior-learning/
- You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays,
- Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset.
- Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
- Valid CPR & First Aid Certification
- Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment.
- A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care
About Us
A long-term care home for elders located on the Eskasoni First Nation. Kiknu envisions being a trailblazing Indigenous long term care home, fostering cultural revitalization, holistic care, and community empowerment. We strive to create a loving environment where Indigenous elders and residents thrive, embracing their heritage, respected for their wisdom, cared for with dignity and surrounded by love.
Shannex is a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario.
If you’re ready to join our team, apply today!
All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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As a general note, part-time opportunities at Kiknu do not include support for immigration. Candidates requiring immigration assistance should be aware of this before applying.
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