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™.
We are searching for an Outreach Coordinator to join our team based in Miramichi, New Brunswick.
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 upon hire) 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
• Successfully operates Community Programs including Lifeline Medical Alert, Adult Day and Meals on Wheels;
• Coordinates and collaborates with staff and volunteers to ensure resident and family program expectations and needs are being met;
• Consults with various public and private stakeholder groups and community agencies to establish and maintain partnerships to support community services;
• Administers the operating budget and other pertinent financial requirements for community programs;
• Works with community partners to source and maintain healthy volunteer pool for Meal on Wheels program;
• Maintain schedules for outreach staff to ensure coverage for outreach services;
• Demonstrates effective communication strategies and skills when relating to clients, team members and volunteers.
About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
• Post-Secondary Education diploma preferably in Business Administration.
• Valid Food Safety Certification, or willing to obtain one;
• Class 4 Driver’s license required for Adult Day client bus transportation;
• Previous experience supervising or managing staff and/or volunteers;
• Previous experience in the delivery of community support services;
• Valid First Aid & CPR Certification is an asset;
• Bilingualism in English and French is an asset;
• Previous experience working in long term care or with seniors is an asset;
• 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.