About the role
Why Choose Northwood?
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!
Responsibilities
Welcomes and helps new clients settle into their new home
Assists with client’s personal needs according to their daily service plan(s)
Plans and organizes daily work assignments; prioritizes the specific needs of the clients
Develops an awareness of the specific desires of each client
Provides social, spiritual, restorative, and intellectual activities for clients
Liaises with and participates in family meetings as needed
Provides support for daily living activities based on client needs
Follows medication pass procedures according to the established practice guidelines
Provides full dining room service for all meals including meal preparation, portioning, service, dining room set up, and clean up
Completes daily housekeeping functions for clients and the common areas according to the service plan including light housekeeping, and personal laundry
Completes required documentation of work
Communicates with the Supervisor of Assisted Living or manager throughout the shift to ensure continuity of service for clients
Reports areas and equipment in need of repair
Participates in the client and employee incident reporting and investigation process as required
Qualifications
High School / GED completion
Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Course or equivalent, or currently enrolled under Entry to Practice
Current CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification
Medication Awareness Course
Safe Food Handling Course
Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays
Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance
Hospitality/Customer Service training/experience (preferred)
Previous experience in working with seniors in long-term care and/ or senior living environments (preferred)
Ability to work shifts of days, including holidays.
Must maintain regular and consistent attendance in accordance with the Northwood standard
Location
NORTHWOOD HALIFAX
Department
RETIREMENT LIVING
Schedule
CASUAL
DAYS/EVENINGS/WEEKENDS
How to apply
PLEASE CLICK APPLY!
Company
Northwoodcare Group Inc.
Location
15 - Retirement Living SS
Opening Date
Mar 20, 2026
Starting Date
Mar 20, 2026
Requirements
Type
Description
Status
TDFED-000
High School Diploma
Required Before Job Starts
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About Northwood
Northwood is Nova Scotia’s original senior citizen advocate, dating back to 1962. Since that time, we have led the way as Nova Scotia’s most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. We are the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and are recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love! When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people, not on profit margins.
Northwood is a full spectrum health, lifestyle and continuing care organization with a staff of more than 1,700. We are continuously recognized as a great place to work, with the distinction of being one of Nova Scotia’s Top Employers as well as a Top Employer in Atlantic Canada. These special designations recognize employers who lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.
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About the role
Why Choose Northwood?
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!
Responsibilities
Welcomes and helps new clients settle into their new home
Assists with client’s personal needs according to their daily service plan(s)
Plans and organizes daily work assignments; prioritizes the specific needs of the clients
Develops an awareness of the specific desires of each client
Provides social, spiritual, restorative, and intellectual activities for clients
Liaises with and participates in family meetings as needed
Provides support for daily living activities based on client needs
Follows medication pass procedures according to the established practice guidelines
Provides full dining room service for all meals including meal preparation, portioning, service, dining room set up, and clean up
Completes daily housekeeping functions for clients and the common areas according to the service plan including light housekeeping, and personal laundry
Completes required documentation of work
Communicates with the Supervisor of Assisted Living or manager throughout the shift to ensure continuity of service for clients
Reports areas and equipment in need of repair
Participates in the client and employee incident reporting and investigation process as required
Qualifications
High School / GED completion
Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Course or equivalent, or currently enrolled under Entry to Practice
Current CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification
Medication Awareness Course
Safe Food Handling Course
Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays
Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance
Hospitality/Customer Service training/experience (preferred)
Previous experience in working with seniors in long-term care and/ or senior living environments (preferred)
Ability to work shifts of days, including holidays.
Must maintain regular and consistent attendance in accordance with the Northwood standard
Location
NORTHWOOD HALIFAX
Department
RETIREMENT LIVING
Schedule
CASUAL
DAYS/EVENINGS/WEEKENDS
How to apply
PLEASE CLICK APPLY!
Company
Northwoodcare Group Inc.
Location
15 - Retirement Living SS
Opening Date
Mar 20, 2026
Starting Date
Mar 20, 2026
Requirements
Type
Description
Status
TDFED-000
High School Diploma
Required Before Job Starts
Not the right fit? Search for RETIRMENT LIVING ASSISTANT - 2 MANOR jobs in Halifax, NS
About Northwood
Northwood is Nova Scotia’s original senior citizen advocate, dating back to 1962. Since that time, we have led the way as Nova Scotia’s most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. We are the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and are recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love! When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people, not on profit margins.
Northwood is a full spectrum health, lifestyle and continuing care organization with a staff of more than 1,700. We are continuously recognized as a great place to work, with the distinction of being one of Nova Scotia’s Top Employers as well as a Top Employer in Atlantic Canada. These special designations recognize employers who lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.