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 Unit (Community) Manager to join our Harbourstone Enhanced Care team based in Sydney, 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. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching) or pension plan
• 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

• Directs and promotes a resident-directed philosophy by placing Residents first;
• Provides clinical leadership and oversight of the electronic resident documentation system;
• Promotes and maintains effective communication with all staff, residents and family to support quality resident care and services by building trusted partnerships;
• Directs, promotes and evaluates organizational standards, goals and objectives and policies to assure optimal level of care and services for residents and seeks opportunities to improve quality;
• Assures compliance with regulatory agencies and the accreditation process;

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability, you bring:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Nursing, a Health-related field or 5 Years Management experience in a Health Facility;
• Desire to work in a progressive environment that embraces change;
• A positive approach to new initiatives and opportunities for improvement;
• Knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization and administration;
• Knowledge of current literature and applied research for the delivery of health care;

• Knowledge of operational and personnel rules and regulations, collective bargaining agreement and regulations governing long term care;
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

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.

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