Client Services Assistant

Job Number : J- Job Title : Client Services Assistant Job Category : Support Worker / Caregiver Job Type : Permanent Part Time Date Posted : November 5, Closing Date : December 5, Work Location : Parkland Antigonish Number of Positions : 2

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 Client Services Assistant to join our Parkland Antigonish team based in Antigonish, 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 (5% employer matching) or pension plan
• 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

• 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

• You have valid post-secondary education in a related field.
• You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening.
• We consider any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be an asset.
• A valid CPR & First Aid Certification 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, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.