Long Term Care Aide

Job Description

Job Summary

Manor St. Jude Care Home is seeking a compassionate and dependable Long Term Care Aide to provide quality care and support to elderly residents and adults in a licensed Special Care Home setting. The successful candidate will assist residents with daily living activities, personal care, comfort, safety, and overall well-being while helping maintain a supportive and respectful living environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene
Serve meals and assist residents with feeding when required
Monitor and record residents’ vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
Respond promptly to residents’ call signals and requests for assistance
Make beds and maintain clean, safe, and comfortable resident rooms
Assist residents with mobility, exercise routines, and recreational activities
Observe residents’ physical, emotional, and behavioral conditions and report concerns to supervising staff
Administer and document medications in accordance with established care plans, physician instructions, and facility policies
Maintain accurate records related to resident care and medication administration
Maintain inventory of resident care supplies and household supplies
Provide companionship, emotional support, and encouragement to residents
Perform other duties related to resident care, comfort, and personal support
Qualifications

First Aid Certificate
CPR Certificate
Criminal Record Check
Vulnerable Sector Check
Previous experience in a long-term care, residential care, healthcare, caregiving, or personal support environment is considered an asset
Skills and Abilities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compassionate and resident-focused approach to care
Ability to follow care plans, medication protocols, and safety procedures
Strong observation and documentation skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Licensed Special Care Home providing 24-hour residential care services
Combination of sitting, standing, and walking throughout shifts
Ability to work under pressure in a residential care environment
Ability to lift up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Ability to assist residents with mobility and personal care needs
Personal Suitability

Dependable
Reliable
Flexible
Patient
Respectful
Efficient interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Strong commitment to resident safety and quality care
Pay: From $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Saint John, NB E2K 3R9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Long term care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Food Safety Certification (preferred)
CPR Certification (required)
Work Location: In person