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(TM).

We are searching for a Temporary Human Resource Business Partner to join our Regional Corporate team in the Saint John, NB Region. This position is set to begin December 1, 2022 and is set to end March 1, 2024 (15-months) In your role, you will report to the Human Resources Manager and will provide support to management and employees by delivering professional advice on employee and labour matters, providing leadership and coaching on organizational best practices and engaging in organizational initiatives aimed at improving the workplace.

Meaningful Benefits

You will have the opportunity to work with 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) 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

Working with an amazing team of talented and dedicated people working hard to serve our Residents and make our communities a great place to live and work, you will:

• Serve as a strategic human resources partner for business leaders, providing consultation, coaching and guidance on human resources matters
• Provide confidential advice, counsel, and support operating leaders and team members in all functional areas including employee and labour relations, performance and development, employee engagement and retention, recruitment, workforce planning, attendance, and performance management
• Serve as leadership coach and confidant, providing necessary counsel and feedback to build capacity and increase leadership capabilities of all team members
• Support foreign worker program initiatives, abilities management processes, and leave of absence administration
• Provide guidance on grievance responses, grievance meetings, and grievance resolutions.
• Provide guidance in the interpretation and administration of Collective Agreements and Terms and Conditions
• Ensures all established procedures for the administration of HRIS and Workforce Systems throughout the employee life cycle including resignations, terminations, and status changes are followed;
• Participate in the review, revision, introduction and implementation of new or updated HR policies, programs, guidelines and processes.
• Provide guidance on, and interpretation of HR policies, procedures and processes
• Ensure employee and resident safety by following and applying all standard operational procedures, safe work practices and training provided

About You

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

• Undergraduate degree with a concentration in a Human Resource discipline or equivalent obtained through training and experience
• Minimum of five (5) years experience dealing with complex HR issues in a unionized environment
• Working knowledge of New Brunswick employment, labour and Human Rights legislation and other multiple human resource disciplines including, employee and labour relations, diversity & inclusion, performance management, compensation practices, and organizational development
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize work in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and establish effective working relationships with others throughout the organization
• Strong inter-personal, oral and written communication skills
• High degree of professionalism and confidentiality at all times when dealing with sensitive issues
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Current or previous experience within the healthcare sector is 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.