Human Resources Business Partner

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 Human Resources Business Partner to join our team based in Truro, NS.

Meaningful Benefits

You will have the opportunity to work with 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) 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

About the Opportunity

Working with an amazing team of talented and dedicated people working hard to serve our Residents and make our communities a great place to live and work, you will:
Serve as a strategic human resources partner for business leaders, providing consultation, coaching and guidance on human resources matters

Provide confidential advice, counsel, and support operating leaders and team members in all functional areas including employee and labour relations, performance and development, employee engagement and retention, recruitment, workforce planning, attendance, and performance management

Serve as leadership coach and confidant, providing necessary counsel and feedback to build capacity and increase leadership capabilities of all team members

Support foreign worker program initiatives, abilities management processes, and leave of absence administration

Provide guidance on grievance responses, grievance meetings, and grievance resolutions.

Provide guidance in the interpretation and administration of Collective Agreements and Terms and Conditions

Support collective bargaining process; facilitate post-bargaining rollout and training initiatives

Participate in the review, revision, introduction and implementation of new or updated HR policies, programs, guidelines and processes.

Provide guidance on, and interpretation of HR policies, procedures and processes

About You

In addition to placing a high value on continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability, you bring:
Undergraduate degree with a concentration in a Human Resource discipline or equivalent obtained through training and experience

Minimum of five (5) years experience dealing with complex HR issues in a unionized environment

Working knowledge of Nova Scotia employment, labour and Human Rights legislation and other multiple human resource disciplines including, employee and labour relations, diversity & inclusion, performance management, compensation practices, and organizational development

Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize work in a fast-paced work environment

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and establish effective working relationships with others throughout the organization

Strong inter-personal, oral and written communication skills

High degree of professionalism and confidentiality at all times when dealing with sensitive issues

Strong analytical and decision-making skills

Current or previous experience within the healthcare sector 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 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.

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.

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