Daily Living Assistant

Job Description
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
Daily Living Assistant
to join our
Parkland Clayton Park
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:

• 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

• Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as: bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment
• Assists in the provision of social, spiritual, and intellectual activities for residents;
• Cleans resident rooms, server and household common areas
• Administers resident medications as assigned under the direction of the Resident Services
• Coordinator/Manager and in accordance with Physician orders following all medication management policies and guidelines
• Completing all duties in a way which is consistent with Shannex's Philosophy of Service: Your life. Your choice. Your Home
• Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor

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

• A valid Personal Support Worker Diploma or Certificate
• You are registered in Nova Scotia's CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act (NS only)
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening upon hire;
• Proof of valid First Aid & CPR certificate is required

About Us
Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit .

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of
Great People
, apply today
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.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.