Client Services Assistant

Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment

Assists in the provision of social, spiritual, and intellectual activities for residents

Cleans resident rooms, server and household common areas

Check laundry for tears, holes, missing buttons, etc. and repair as required or inform Supervisor if permanent damage

Monitor, fill and replenish supplies in resident’s suites, nursing units, and washrooms

Empties/cleans waste bins in resident’s suites – move waste to designated trash area

Ensure personal health and safety by taking every reasonable precaution in all circumstances

Understand role, and participate in the testing process for emergency response

Follows safety, environmental and infection control practices as per facility policies

Provides input for Wellness Consultation meetings as requested

Reports areas and equipment in need of repair to a supervisor

Participates in the resident and employee incident reporting and investigation process as required

Completing all duties in a way which is consistent with Shannex’s Philosophy of Service: Your life. Your choice. Your Home

Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor

Additional duties as assigned/required

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

High school diploma or equivalent

Home/Personal Support Worker program, Special Care Home program, Health Care Aide or Human Services program, or equivalent

Ability to assess and prioritize multiple work assignments while displaying a high level of professionalism and commitment to quality service

Adheres to the Standards of Nursing Practice, Code of Ethics, Registered Nurses Act and Regulations as defined by provincial legislation

Current knowledge of community resources (e.g., services and programs), and roles of health care professionals

Able to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Education in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care is considered an asset

Completed Back in Form Lift and Transfer Program is considered an asset

Proof of valid CPR & First Aid Certification is considered an asset

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a?clear Criminal Record Check, and?where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment.

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.