Recruitment Specialist

Job title: Recruitment Specialist

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 Recruitment 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:

• 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 (with employer matching)
• 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

As a key member of the Recruitment Team, you will be responsible for supporting recruitment for our Enhanced Care and Retirement Living divisions. Together with the rest of the Recruitment Specialists, 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 throughout the province.
• 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 35 years, 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 a home care division of 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.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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