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Continuing Care Assistant in Training (CCAIT)

ParaMed - Bedford, Nova Scotia · ParaMed - Kentville, Nova Scotia · Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia · Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia · ParaMed - Bridgewater, Nova Scotia · Windsor, Nova Scotia

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
CA
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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Job Description

🚨 NOW HIRING: Continuing Care Assistant in Training (CCAITs)

⚡ SAME-WEEK HIRING | Immediate Start Available

Ready to get to work this week ? We’re urgently hiring CCAITs in Kentville/Windsor (Valley), Bridgewater/Lunenberg, Middle Musquodoboit and moving fast— apply today, interview quickly, and start working in days.

If you’re a compassionate caregiver looking for flexible hours and meaningful work, this is your opportunity to join a supportive team right away.

⚡ Fast-Track Hiring Process

Apply today

Quick interview turnaround

Start working within days

💥 Why Join Us Now

Immediate shifts available

Flexible full-time & part-time schedules

Paid training and onboarding

Health & dental benefits

Mileage reimbursement between client visits

Company-provided mobile device

Employee perks, recognition & support programs

Education assistance for you and your family

🏃‍♀️ Your Day-to-Day

Provide personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing)

Travel between client homes

Assist with meals and light housekeeping

Support daily living activities

Offer companionship and emotional support

✅ What You Need

At least 1 year of experience in providing personal care

Plan to successfully complete CCA exam in 4 months

Nursing background or extensive PSW experience will also be considered

Experience with elderly populations is preferred

A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is strongly preferred as travel to patient residences is required

Ability to effectively communicate both through oral and written mediums

Able to provide a current criminal check with clear Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS) if selected

Ability to demonstrate compassion, tact and diplomacy when interacting with residents/patients and their families

A passion for making a difference in your community.

#paramedns

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Time Type

  • Full time
  • ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@paramed.com.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do .

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