Manager, Health, Wellness

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 **Manager, Health, Wellness & Safety **to join our Health, Wellness & Safety 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**
- Supervises, directs, coaches and evaluates the work of the team, including recruitment and orientation for new team members
- Develops, assesses, monitors and adjusts the Working to Well program as it applies to all ill or injured employees to reduce claim volumes, mitigate lost time and promote employee wellness
- Identifies appropriate reports and statistics that demonstrate the frequency, nature and type of claims within the organization in order to effectively manage - including those from internal reports, WCBs, EFAP, etc.
- Maintains close relationships with external partners including WCBNS, WSIB, WorkSafe NB, various clinicians, physicians, unions, and health providers
- Acts as a central resource on claim adjudication and the implementation of workplace accommodations (temporary, permanent) for the organization
- Provides oversight to ensure appropriate documentation and storage of private medical information, consistency in adjudication of medical leaves and information requests that are in keeping with human rights legislation and case law.
- Continuously tracks statistics and assesses trends related to injuries at work or illnesses outside of work and identify strategic opportunities for the organization to implement wellness programs to improve employee health to prevent claims and reduce duration of absences.
- Organizes, facilitates, and sustains the continued roll-out for the Working Minds training. Ensures appropriate number of trainers and sessions for both employees and managers.
- Develops and plans communications to promote vaccinations and establish a process for consultations and support to employees who have questions or concerns

**About You**

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

- Bachelor of Nursing Degree, and Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing
- Alternatively, Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology); MSc (OT) degree; MSc (Physiotherapy) degree may be considered.
- Minimum of 8 years of Occupational Health Nursing and claims management (occupational and non-occupational)
- Minimum of 5 years leading and managing a team
- Certified Return to Work Coordinator (NIDMAR) or Certified Disability Professional (NIDMAR) 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.