Job prospects Client Care Attendant - Home Care in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Home support workers, housekeepers and related occupations in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations (NOC 44101) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• An ageing population will continue to drive demand for homecare services, as is a rising emphasis on providing health services at home rather than in a hospital setting.
• A valid driver's license is typically required as workers will commute to various places to provide care.
• First Aid and C.P.R. training are generally required.
• Hours may be irregular.

Here are some key facts about Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

• Approximately 540 people work in this occupation.
• Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 51%
  • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 24%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 19%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology