Bilingual Wellness Assistant

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 Full-Time Wellness Assistant (Recreation) to join our Faubourg du Mascaret team based in Moncton, New Brunswick.

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:

• Approximate hourly wage:$16.19
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• 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

• Assisting with planning, implementing and evaluating internal and external recreation programs focusing on emotional, intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual needs of the clients;
• Conducting recreation programs in a variety of settings, such as large groups, small groups and one-to-one;
• Preparing rooms, materials and equipment for recreation programs;
• Motivating and facilitating client participation in recreation programs and involvement with the community;
• Documenting client progress evaluations, admission assessments and other reports as required;
• Maintaining accurate client participation records; analyzes data to assist in the development of appropriate programs;
• Assisting in the training, supervision, and evaluation of volunteers and student placements.

About You

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

• A high-school diploma or equivalent education;
• A post-secondary education in a relative field considered a strong asset and is preferred;
• Advanced proficiency in the English & Fremch language is required;
• You are an energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly and has experience in programming and planning for seniors in a recreational environment;
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate considered an asset;
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire;
• Class 4 Driver's License considered an asset;
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

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.