Continuing care assistant
Shannex RLC Limited based in Saint John, NB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Continuing care assistant. Shannex RLC Limited is a leading provider of innovative senior living and retirement solutions. With a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for residents, Shannex offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, and independent living options. The company’s state-of-the-art facilities and compassionate staff create a supportive and engaging environment for seniors. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Shannex RLC Limited
Position: Continuing care assistant
No of Vacancies: 11
Salary: $21.74 hourly for 120 hours per month
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: 40 Vitality Way Saint John, NB E2K 0J5
Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Morning
Work setting: Urban area and Nursing home/home for the aged
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 7 months to less than 1 year
Credentials: Acute Care Nursing Certificate, Geriatric Certificate, Continuing Care Assistant Certification, Nursing Aide Certificate, Health Care Aide Certificate
Security and safety: Criminal record check and Vulnerable sector check
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to work under pressure
- The candidates should be adept at handling repetitive tasks, physically fit for demanding tasks, and possess manual dexterity for intricate tasks
- The candidates should have a strong attention to detail, be capable of standing for extended periods, and be adaptable to a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
- The candidates should be capable of bending, crouching, kneeling, and walking, and able to handle loads up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have a strong client focus, ensuring satisfaction, and meeting client needs, and possess efficient interpersonal skills for effective communication
- The candidates should demonstrate dependability in fulfilling responsibilities and exhibit excellent oral communication skills
- The candidates should demonstrate flexibility in adapting to various tasks and situations, show initiative in taking on additional responsibilities, and have interpersonal awareness, understanding, and navigating social dynamics
- The candidates should exercise good judgment in decision-making and be organized in their approach to work
- The candidates should exhibit reliability in meeting commitments and be team players, fostering collaboration with colleagues
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
- If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to bring clean dishes, flatware, and other items to serving areas, set tables, and carry and replace linen
- The candidates should be able to clean and sanitize items such as dishwasher mats, carts, and waste disposal units, clear and clean tables, trays, and chairs, and load bus pans and trays
- The candidates should be able to operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware, and flatware, place dishes in the storage area, and replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving areas
- The candidates should be able to sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand, scour pots and pans, and keep records of the quantities of food used
- The candidates should be able to package take-out food, portion and wrap foods, prepare, heat, and finish simple food items, and serve customers at counters or buffet tables
- The candidates should be able to stock refrigerators and salad bars, take customers’ orders, and use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foodstuffs
- The candidates should be able to clean and sanitize the kitchen, including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances, and equipment, handle and store cleaning products, and receive, unpack, and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards, and other storage areas
- The candidates should be able to remove kitchen garbage and trash, sharpen kitchen knives, sweep, mop, wash, and polish floors, and wash, peel, and cut vegetables and fruit
- The candidates should be able to train staff in the preparation, cooking, and handling of food, prepare special orders, and ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
- The candidates should be able to bake mixed dough and batters, organize and maintain inventory, and demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
- The candidates should be able to instruct cooks in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food, prepare and cook meals or specialty foods, and prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
- The candidates should be able to prepare dough for pies, bread, rolls, and sweet goods, batters for muffins, cookies, and cakes, and icings and frostings according to recipes or special customer orders
- The candidates should be able to operate machinery
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, health care plan, vision care benefits, as per collective agreement, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, Cover letter and Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed) through the below-mentioned details
By email
jobs@shannex.com
Be prepared for the screening questions. Include answering the following questions while applying:
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!