Continuing Care Assistant in Training

Closing the Gap Healthcare


Date: 1 week ago
City: Halifax, NS
Contract type: Full time
Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) is dedicated to providing Canadians with the highest level of care across a wide range of home-based and community-setting services.

We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Continuing Care Assistants in Training. In this role, you will undergo training that would help become a successful Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) and provide essential support to individuals requiring assistance with daily activities.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Each shift may be varied and could include helping with daily activities of living, personal care, respite for caregivers, recreation activities or meal preparation. Care takes place in home of the client.

The Successful Continuing Care Assistant In Training Must Have

  • Plans to successfully complete CCA Exam in four months
  • Possession of a driver's license and access to a vehicle is preferred but not mandatory; applicants without transportation will still be considered
  • Flexibility on your schedule is required for this role
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification required.
  • Must pass a thorough criminal background check and vulnerable sector screening.
  • Genuine interest in providing care and support to individuals in need.
  • Demonstrated commitment to client safety and building respectful relationships with clients and their families to fulfill their care requirements.
  • Proven history of accountability for multiple tasks, documentation and reporting
  • Proficiency in problem-solving, while also knowing when to seek assistance from colleagues or supervisors.
  • Appreciation for collaborative teamwork and the guidance of experienced supervisors. At CTG, we promote ongoing learning and the sharing of best practices.

As a member of A Team Made for Caring at Closing the Gap, you can expect:

  • Competitive wages
  • Group benefits including an Employee Assistance Plan
  • Company contributions to your RRSP
  • Ongoing tools, webinars and resources to support mental health
  • A culture of recognition and appreciation
  • A dynamic and collaborative team committed to excellence
  • Paid travel time
  • Paid orientation
  • A company issued mobile phone

Who We Are

Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) is proud to be a Canadian-owned, award-winning, fully accredited and publicly funded organization.

We are A Team Made for Caring dedicated to providing people of all ages the highest level of care across a wide range of home and community-based and clinic healthcare services. Our philosophy and care approach are based on ethical principles and compassion, together with a commitment to meet the highest practice standards.

The Not So Fine Print

We are excited you are considering applying to become a valued member of our “Team Made for Caring”.

This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work in Canada, and who meet all the essential requirements stated above. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under the CTG Accessibility policy.

Closing the Gap is committed to a high-quality and safe environment for our team members and clients/families. At Closing the Gap, we strongly encourage all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza as unvaccinated team members put themselves, co-workers, their clients, their client’s families, and CTG’s communities at unnecessary risk.

Closing the Gap is committed to the success of all its team members. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at [email protected] at your earliest convenience.

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