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 Recruitment Specialist to join our team based in Sydney, Cape Breton- 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 (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks 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

As a key member of the Recruitment Team, you will be responsible for supporting recruitment for our Cape Breton division. In your role, you will:

• Evaluate recruitment needs and proactively implement recruitment strategies to address those gaps.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for a specific portfolio from start to finish of frontline, management, and specialist positions.
• Network with potential sources of candidates, advertising, screening, supporting the selection and onboarding of high caliber talent and supporting their integration into the organization.
• Act as brand ambassador for the organization to attract candidates.
• Build and maintains strong networks with internal and external stakeholders including local and provincial colleges, universities, and professional associations.
• Participate in relevant job fairs, conferences, workshops and learning opportunities.

About You

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

• A post-secondary degree or certificate in Human Resources or a related field
• A minimum three to five (3-5) years recruitment experience with a focus on high volume recruitment
• Comfortability working in a professional, consultative role
• Adaptable, highly organized, detail-oriented, solution-driven individual committed to providing a high level of client service
• You thrive as part of a high performing team and are an effective and clear communicator
• Current or previous experience recruiting in the hospitality and/or health sector is 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 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.   

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.

 In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Parkland will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities.  If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.