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 a Clinical Support to join our Maplestone team based in Halifax, Novascotia.

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
• Pension plan
• 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

• Ensures accurate completion of LTCF assessments.
• Prepares reports, records, statistics and other data as needed or requested.
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in assisting individual clients to meet their assessed needs.
• Provides support to clients and families as appropriate.
• Collaborates with clients and family/friends to meet their program expectations and needs.
• Supports the coordination of new admissions
• Supports ongoing education of employees
• Ensure all audits and inspections are completed as scheduled
• Collaborates with Site Manager and facility team to prepare for licensing inspections
• Prepares for and attends various site meetings such as risk management and family conferences
• Collaborates with Site Manager and staffing coordinator to ensure site staffing levels are maintained.

About You

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

• Practical Nursing diploma or other applicable education
• Membership in professional association
• Current First Aid & CPR required
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check
• Previous experience working in long-term care or with seniors
• Knowledge of the principles of human behavior and ability to apply program solving skills
• Awareness of how decisions impact budget; knowledge of budgetary limitations
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to develop and foster teamwork and motivate a group
• Strong computer literacy skills (including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software)
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care