Work and Learn Program Coordinator

4 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 **Work and Learn Program Coordinator** to join our Learning and Development team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

This position is a temporary full time opportunity with a one year term.

**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**
- Completes full cycle recruitment process for the CCA Work and Learn participants.
- Arranges information sessions
- Coordinates the purchase of required learning materials and supplies, working with key partners.
- Works with operations to schedule participants in class room sessions and work placements
- Coordinates certificate program completion (both internal and external providers)
- Provides logístical support for learning events (room bookings, set up, refreshments, etc)
- Prepares the learning environment and resources (handouts, course materials program supplies), including setting up IT equipment where appropriate to support session structure
- Carries out research into training providers and completes cost comparisons before booking
- Develops and maintains accurate and easily accessible records and processes for all learning and development activities and processes
- Assists with periodic reporting as requested such as; creating and maintaining training activity records, updating training records and ensuring information is accurate and up-to-date and producing reports as required.
- Develops and maintains positive, collaborative working relationships with all staff to sustain the reputation of the Learning and Development team as a customer focused function

**About You**

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

- High school diploma/GED
- Certificate in Human Resources, considered an asset
- 3- 5 years experience coordinating programs or events
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); use of LMS
- Strong organization skills, high attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Experience working with regulated education programs and certificates, project management considered 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 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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