NHWW Recreation Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Saint John, Canada Shannex Incorporated Full time
Job Number: J- Job Title: NHWW Recreation Coordinator Job Category: Recreation & Wellness Job Type: Temporary Full Time Date Posted: June 19, Closing Date: July 17, Work Location: Cohen Hall Schedule: Rotational Number of Positions: 1

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 Seniors’ Wellness Coordinator to join our Nursing Home Without Walls team based in Saint John, New Brunswick.

This is a temporary full-time position for one year with potential of extension.

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, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) 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

• Support development of and executes a community outreach program for the older population.
•Community social visits, participate in events/programming such as outings with participants, networking within the community, promotion of senior friendly events;
•Appointment booking for assessments and follow-ups for the senior navigator;
•Updating participant files and entering date for the tracker, measurement check ins;
• Examine the capacity of community level approach to address health inequalities;
•Support interventions for aging in place;
•Build capacity of social contacts so that vulnerable seniors can safety remain at home;
• Provide opportunities for members of the community to collaborate with the nursing home to support seniors in their community;
• Contribute to determining best practices for aging in place by relying on infrastructures already present and available in most communities;
• Advocate for evidence informed best practices.

About You

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

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in Therapeutic Recreation with certification in the field of Therapeutic Recreation (preferred) or a combination of education and experience
• Ability to write and speak English is required, French considered a strong asset.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check required upon hire
• Class 4 Drivers’ License is an asset

About Us

It all began in 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.


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