Continuing Care Assistant - Saskatchewan Health Authority, Midale

Role overview

Are you seeking administration jobs in Midale or healthcare opportunities within the region? The Saskatchewan Health Authority is hiring a part-time Continuing Care Assistant to support clients, patients, and residents at Mainprize Manor. This role provides personal care and activities of daily living to encourage an optimum level of functioning while supporting individuals in meeting their physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.

This position operates under the CUPE union with a 0.59 FTE status. The scheduled hours of work involve 11 shifts of 6 hours per 3 weeks, primarily during evenings and weekends. Scheduled hours may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized.

Who we're looking for

Candidates must meet specific educational and competency standards to be considered for these Saskatchewan Health Authority careers. If no qualified applicants apply, unqualified applicants may be considered.

• Continuing Care Assistant certificate (CCA)
• Basic computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Valid driver's license, where required
• Food Safe certificate, where required

Applicants must upload all relevant documents, including certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses, and memberships. Those selected for an interview are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check dated within six months and including a vulnerable sector search.

Key duties

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living for clients, patients, and residents
• Encourage an optimum level of functioning for individuals in the long-term care nursing unit
• Support clients, patients, and residents in meeting their physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs

About the company

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The organization is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe, and patient-centred.

The SHA works together to improve health and well-being every day for everyone, building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce. The organization is committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action, working in the spirit of truth and reconciliation and acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.