Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living\xe2\x84\xa2.

We are searching for a Business Manager to join our Caritas team in Halifax, NS

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you\'ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. We offer a competitive compensation package, additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex\'s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Supervises, directs and evaluates work of the Housekeeping department
• Administers Workforce Systems (Kronos, Gazebo, QHR) throughout the employee life cycle including terminating access when an employee leaves the organization
• Responsible for oversight of revenue, expenses, and labour budgets
• Ensures new team members are orientated and trained on all departmental standards while providing opportunities for further training and education
• Provides leadership and oversight to all departmental activities to ensure compliance to policies, procedures, and applicable legislation
• Assists in the internal recruitment process by tracking vacancies, posting internal jobs, and notifying hiring manager of applicants
• Establishes and measures departmental goals and objectives
• Promotes a safety culture by taking every reasonable precaution in the circumstances to ensure the health and safety of employees and all others in the workplace, including but not limited to, providing supervision, training, information, and equipment needed for employees to do their job safely
• Sets up new employees in Workforce Systems (Kronos, Shannex Connects, QHR)
• Creates new employee identification card and configures building access, including capturing ID photograph

About You

• You hold a University Degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration or similar education.
• Minimum two years\' experience in office administration, scheduling, and payroll processes.
• Minimum two years experience in people leadership or equivalent.
• Demonstrated leadership skills e.g. interpersonal skills, communication, supervisory skills, problem-solving skills, ability to motivate team member members and build a cohesive team.
• You are passionate about working with seniors and have experience working with the elderly in a seniors\' living or long-term care environment.
• Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in other languages considered an asset.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you\'re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19

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