Learning and Development Specialist, IT Focus

6 months ago


Halifax, Canada Shannex Full time

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 **Learning and Development Specialist, IT Focus **to join our Learning and Development 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**

As the Learning and Development Specialist, you will be responsible for understanding the various technologies (hardware and software) used across the organization and for identifying educational needs, designing educational materials, and delivering training to employees and managers across the organization. Regular travel is required to all provinces in which we operate.
- Determining learning objectives and outcomes using content
- Creating engaging learning activities and compelling course content
- Researching best practices to implement current programs
- Creating facilitator and participant guides, resources and training materials
- Providing exercises and activities that enhance the learning process
- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of training programs

**About You**

In addition to placing high value on continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability, you bring the following:

- A Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- A Certificate in Adult Education and/or Train the Trainer or equivalent experience
- Minimum 5 years experience in instructional design or educational design
- Minimum 5 years experience in content development
- Proficiency in Articulate Storyline and LMS implementation
- Bilingualism in French and English 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 35 years, 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, and a home care division of team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.
- 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._

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



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