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Personal Care Worker (PCW) - Various Positions Full Time/Part Time/Casual - Halifax Campus

Northwoodcare Inc. -
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Part-time
$19.67–$24.09 an hour

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Collaboration
Caregiving
Creative collaboration
First Aid Certification
Housekeeping
LPN
Communication skills

Full job description

Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood!

Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do—but we’re also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.

As Atlantic Canada’s largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.

When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you’ll find a place to thrive here.

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognize that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know—we’re here to support you.

Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger

Northwood’s long term care team is currently accepting applications for Personal Care Workers (PCW) to join our Halifax team.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the RN Clinical Leader, the PCW is responsible for providing service to residents through the individual care plan developed in collaboration with the RN Clinical Leader and interdisciplinary team members. The PCW performs the following tasks:

Performs light housekeeping duties (e.g. tidy room, clean closets, hang clothing)
Provides personal care (e.g., bathing, dressing grooming)
Assists residents with meals and between-meal refreshments
Engages residents/families in leisure/recreational activities in the unit
Facilitates resident/family participation in recreation programs
Provides opportunities for residents/families to interact in their respective environments
Practices safe client handling
Safely transfer/ mobilizes residents which may include utilizing assistive devices
Performs other related tasks as required

Qualifications:

A graduate of an approved PCW/ CCA program with NS provincial certification. Nova Scotia CCA Provincial Exam, or CCA Equivalency; or,
Students currently enrolled in LPN or RN programs
PSWs, Health Care Aides, or other applicable course
An Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) who is registered with the National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS) actively pursuing a license as an LPN or RN or registration with the CCA Program pursuing CCA Certification. Northwood has dedicated resources who can provide information on the above processes.
Individuals who are currently pursuing or registered within the PLAR program
Current Standard First-Aid and CPR required
Previous related experience preferred (Minimum 1 year Canadian care experience)
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and clinical skills
Able to work flexible hours and shifts including weekends and holidays
Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance

Hours/Shifts: Various positions (8 & 12-hour shifts) Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays

If you are interested in this career opportunity, please click APPLY!

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer that encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.67-$24.09 per hour

Application question(s):

Are you currently enrolled in the CCA Program and have you completed your last placement in your program?
Do you require PR Assistance?

Experience:

Care Giving and Personal Care: 2 years (required)
Canadian Care Giving: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

CPR and First Aid Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

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