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We are searching for a Utility Worker (Dishwasher) to join our PARKLAND AT THE LAKES team based in DARTMOUTH, NOVA SCOTIA.

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, vision, and dental benefits plan  including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• 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

• Processing all dishware and maintaining sanitation of dish machine, kitchen aide and dish sinks according to established cleaning guidelines
• Returning clean dishware to appropriate storage areas for use by Culinary Services employees
• Bussing of tables in the dining rooms and catering areas as required
• Maintaining cleanliness to standard in the kitchen and kitchen aide areas
• All other duties as assigned

About You

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

• A high-school diploma or GED
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire
• CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification and/or Basics Food Safety Training/ Food Handler's Course would be considered an asset
• Previous experience working with seniors in a Retirement Living or Long-Term Care environment would be considered an asset

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset
Computer and technology knowledge: Database software, internet
Security and safety: Criminal record check

Physical Requirements:

• • The candidates should be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and a repetitive tasker

• The candidates should be able to work with attention to detail
• The candidates should be able to work in tight deadlines

Other Requirements:

• The candidate should be punctual, client focus, organized, initiative, flexible, reliable, and judgmental
• The candidates should have excellent oral communication, excellent written communication, efficient interpersonal skills, and be able to work as a team player

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to access and process information, address customers’ complaints or concerns
• The candidates should be able to answer inquiries and provide information to customers
• The candidates should be able to arrange for billing for services
• The candidates should be able to arrange for refunds and credits
• The candidates should be able to explain the type and cost of services offered
• The candidates should be able to maintain records and statistics
• The candidates should be able to perform general office duties, receive and log complaints

Benefits:

• The candidates will get on-site amenities, travel insurance, vision care benefits, health care plan, dental plan, and free parking

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]

We are searching for a Safety and Emergency Specialist to join our Health, Wellness and Safety Team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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 including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (with employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks 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

• Develop, assess, monitor and adjust the Health and Safety program and related documents to address trends in incidents, hazards, injuries and tasks across all job positions.
• Provide strategic oversight of Fire and Emergency preparedness for all sites.
• Develop, assess, monitor and adjust fire and emergency resources, guidelines and training.
• Review and stay updated on regulatory changes to determine updates to the Health and Safety Program, Fire and Emergency plans.
• Provide advice, recommendations and act as a resource for health, safety and emergency matters.
• Recognize health, safety and emergency issues with company-wide implications and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Monitor emerging compliance requirements, develop strategies to respond to compliance risk; conducting regular compliance audits and follow- up inspections.
• Create and distribute safety communications and alerts in collaboration with the Communications team.
• Analyze injury statistical data to develop prevention strategies; delivering safety training and education to support staff competency and compliance with relevant legislation.
• Co-lead monthly Corporate Risk Management meetings.
• Prepare deliverables for new buildings related to health, safety and emergency preparedness.
• Support orientations for new buildings; and health, safety, and emergency needs through transition to operations.
• Work with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external, to meet organizational needs and provide effective support.

About You

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

• A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution and certificate or diploma in emergency management or a related discipline that includes courses in emergency planning, response, and hazard and risk assessment, is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of Safety and Emergency Preparedness experience
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional / Technician (CRSP® / CRST), or Certified Health & Safety Consultant (CHSC®); Certified Health and Safety Management System Auditor CHSMSA
• MSc degree considered an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our PARKLAND CLAYTON PARK team based in HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA.

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, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching) 
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• 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

• Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff
• Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services
• Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures
• Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice
• Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting
• Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy
• Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff

About You

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

• Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body of Nova Scotia
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• A valid CPR & First Aid Certification (required)
• A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire
• Any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge asset
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

We are searching for a Maintenance Coordinator to join our Northumberland Hall team based in Amherst, Nova Scotia.

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 including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (with employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks 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

• Performs general maintenance duties and scheduled preventive maintenance work on physical facilities, equipment and grounds;
• Assembles, moves, delivers, sets up and picks up furniture and equipment;
• Performs general repair work on structures, patches & paints any damaged walls;
• Assists the Plant, Building & Safety Manager in the inspection of buildings, grounds and equipment; carries out preventive maintenance program actions;
• Accesses PM Worx program for Preventive Maintenance schedules and to process work orders;
• Requests necessary materials, supplies, parts and tools required and maintains control of storage and use;
• Takes every precaution that is reasonable in the circumstances to ensure the health and safety of employees, residents and all others in the workplace.
• Opportunity to be a lead hand for the right person.

About You

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

• High School Diploma or completion of equivalent education;
• 3 + years’ experience in construction or building maintenance;
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation;
• Experience with light plumbing, door handles, door closures, general repairs, ceiling tiles, locks etc. Experience with Nurse call systems and electronics is a bonus.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to provide leadership to the maintenance team, provide instruction to junior members of the team.
• You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

We are searching for a Truck Driver to join our Parkstone Enhanced Care team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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)
• 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
• Every 2nd weekend off
• Weekend and Evening Premiums

About the Opportunity

• Loads truck with distribution carts for the appropriate sites in an efficient manner according to the approved schedule.
• Documents and cross checks each load on Distribution Record to ensure that all destination serveries are accounted for.
• Operates vehicle with due care to ensure timely, safe and consistent delivery. All issues are to be reported immediately to supervisors and logged in truck binder.
• Packs green boxes appropriately before loading onto truck. Works with Panners to ensure all items are packed neatly and wrapped to avoid any food spillage.
• Porters carts from trucks to each site’s receiver kitchen walk-in refrigerator/freezer and stores in an orderly manner.
• Collects soiled carts for return to production kitchen; compiles requisition forms and QA forms for each servery as directed.
• Uses best efforts to maintain distribution schedule for all sites on route in the time allotted. Deviation from the route must be approved through supervisor.
• Delivers soiled carts from truck to cart wash holding area at central site as prescribed and back of truck washed out.
• Maintains truck in peak operating condition and carries out all prescribed routine maintenance functions; schedules regular mechanical tune-up with authorized service shop.
• Maintains truck and receiving area at central site clean, tidy and sanitary condition.
• Takes every reasonable precaution to protect own health and safety and the health and safety of other persons at or near the workplace.
• Follows safety, environmental and infection control practices as per facility policies.

About You

• A minimum of Grade 12 education
• Food Safety Training or equivalent,
• Class 5 drivers license with Air Brakes
• A clear driving abstract
• Ability to competently operate an 5-ton truck.
• Ability to carry out routine maintenance and general upkeep for a 5-ton truck.
• Works and communicates with internal and external customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behaviour and attention to detail

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 7 months to less than 1 year

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Benefits:

• The candidates will get health benefits such as dental plan, health care plan, vision care benefits and bonus

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, Cover letter, References attesting experience and this reference number m24) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

Application deadline: posted until filled 
Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues. 

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset
Security and safety: Criminal record check

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorized (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to greet people and direct them to contacts or service areas
• The candidates should be able to provide basic information to clients and the public
• The candidates should be able to obtain and process information required to provide services
• The candidates should be able to order office supplies
• The candidates should be able to record and relay information
• The candidates should be able to perform clerical duties, such as filing and sorting and distributing mail
• The candidates should be able to answer telephone and relay telephone calls and message

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset
Area of experience: Cleaning
Equipment: Industrial vacuum cleaners/power sweepers, Carpet cleaning machine

Physical Requirements:

• • The candidates should be able to work in all weather conditions and be physically capable of meeting demanding tasks, including bending, crouching, and kneeling

• The candidates should be capable of working under pressure, performing repetitive tasks, and lifting up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should demonstrate dependability, reliability, flexibility, and initiative
• The candidates should exhibit excellent oral communication and exercise good judgment
• The candidates should be organized

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to sweep, mop, scrub, and wax hallways, floors, and stairs, and operate industrial vacuum cleaners proficiently to maintain cleanliness and safety
• The candidates should be able to empty trash cans and waste containers regularly, wash windows, walls, and ceilings, and move heavy furniture and supplies using proper techniques
• The candidates should be able to clean and disinfect bathrooms thoroughly, demonstrating self-motivation and initiative while working with minimal supervision to complete tasks efficiently

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

In person
9514 Commercial Street
New Minas, NS
B4N 3E9
Between 09:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to work efficiently under pressure, capable of meeting tight deadlines
• The candidates should be physically fit for demanding tasks and able to perform repetitive tasks with precision, demonstrating attention to detail in their work
• The candidates should be comfortable with bending, crouching, and kneeling as needed, adaptable to a combination of sitting, standing, and walking, and able to stand for extended periods as required

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should prioritize punctuality in their work and demonstrate client focus in all interactions
• The candidates should exhibit dependability in their tasks and commitments and show flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances
• The candidates should display initiative in their work approach and be organized in managing tasks and schedules
• The candidates should be team players, collaborating effectively with colleagues, and uphold values and ethics in their professional conduct

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to sweep, mop, wash, and polish floors, vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies, and upholstered furniture, and provide basic information on facilities
• The candidates should be able to pick up debris and empty trash containers, perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, and wash windows, walls, and ceilings

Benefits:

• The candidates will get dental plan, the health care plan, free parking available, and team building opportunities

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]