Job Description

While this position is Casual in nature, all of our Casuals are currently receiving up to full-time hours each pay period.

Why join the Sunset Community?

For nearly 130 years, the Sunset Community has been a leader in supporting adults with diverse abilities to reach their full potential. Aside from providing a unique and truly enjoyable employment opportunity, we offer our employees great perks, including:

Upon entering an eligible position, staff are provided both an excellent Health Insurance (Dental, Vision, Travel, Health, etc.) package, via Health Association of Nova Scotia (HANS) and membership in one of the best pensions in the province (17.04% of earnings) via Nova Scotia Health Employee Pension Plan (NSHEPP) that is easily transferrable with prior service. On-site childcare provided by the YMCA, with 60% of seats reserved for the children of our employees. Great shift premiums (currently $3.50/hr.). Casual dress code (to promote a more home-feeling environment). and many more!
About Us:

We provide safe and supportive living, learning and work environments so each individual can live a personally satisfying and meaningful life. We are a leader in removing barriers which prevent those we support from having access to choices through our Person-Centered philosophy.

The Sunset Community operates out of Cumberland County, and includes an Adult Residential Center located on the Northumberland Strait in the picturesque village of Pugwash, Nova Scotia. Additionally, we also have two Social Enterprises, and we have an Independent Living Program that supports Participants to reside in our group home or independently within the communities found in Cumberland County.

Our Values:

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Salary & Benefits:

The wage for this position is $19.72/hr.. Additionally, this position has shift premiums of $4.00/hr. for weekend shifts.

Benefits are available to those who enter permanent positions (or temporary positions longer than one year, but excludes LTD). This includes Health, Dental, Group & Dependent Life, and Long Term Disability (which are compulsory). Those with permanent positions can enroll in optional Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and AD&D (which are optional).

We offer one of the best Pension Plans in all of Nova Scotia (NSHEPP: 7.82% Employee, 9.22% Employer, for a total of 17.04%). Employees are eligible to enroll after two years of service as a casual, or after 3 months of service in a position. Those with past history with NSHEPP can transfer to us and continue participation in the plan.

Responsibilities:

Support Services Casuals work in both our Housekeeping and Dietary departments, and their responsibilities differ depending on which department they work in:

Housekeeping:

Cleaning Washrooms, Tub Rooms, Day Rooms, Hallways and common areas on a daily, weekly and monthly basis Using chemical to clean surfaces Doing Laundry for residents in building Buffing/Waxing floors Supporting client workers in housekeeping duties
Dietary:

Operating dishwasher to wash dishes from meals and sanitizing all dishes and work areas Hand washing large equipment (pots, pans, Knives, etc.) Food Prep (peel, cut, prepare vegetables for cook) including food prep for people with allergies or intolerances, as well as desserts for each meal. Clean kitchen equipment and areas, including removing kitchen garbage and compost. Receive and put away orders
Physical Demands:

Physical demands include: bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, carrying loads up to 40 pounds and meeting the walking and standing needs that are required in this position.

Working Environment:

Well-lighted, warm indoor environment. However, it may be necessary to work outside even in inclement weather.

More Information:

This position is apart of a Bargaining Unit.

All of the necessary training for this position is paid for and provided by the Sunset Community. All Employees are paid to attend the necessary training for their role. Past experience preferred but is not necessary.

The Sunset Community is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We understand that all people are unique, and welcome the fresh perspectives offered. It is our goal to ensure that diversity and inclusion are foundational in all of our services and organization as a whole.

Please visit our website https://thesunsetcommunity.ca/ for more information and details on this position.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $19.72 per hour

Expected hours: 8 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee assistance program Flexible schedule On-site childcare On-site gym On-site parking Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:

Pugwash, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have experience working in an industrial sized kitchen? Do you have experience doing industrial cleaning? Are you comfortable working with individuals who may exhibit adverse behavioural changes?
Work Location: In person