Wellness Coach - Halifax, Canada - Shannex

Shannex

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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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
Wellness Coach to join our Parkland at the Gardens 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:

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

Collaborating with each client to assess their engagement of meaningful activities in the six dimensions of wellness
Physical, Social, Intellectual, Vocational, Emotional, and Spiritual
Assisting each client in achieving their goals to enhance their overall wellness and assist with defining strategies for achieving those goals
Developing, analyzing and reviewing clientdirected individualized and communitywide programs
Fostering partnerships with local businesses and community groups to facilitate program development
Managing the Harmony Program technology to enhance communication with clients and staff
Demonstrates an understanding of the residentdirected Philosophy of Service
Evaluating the Harmony Program to ensure that the program is meeting the clients' needs and expectations along with upholding the established expectations of the program
Collaborating with the Harmony & Wellness team to develop a plan for fullscope wellness programming in the Hospitality & Wellness, Assisted Living and Memory Care service lines

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

Post-Secondary education in recreation/leisure studies, or another related program (preferred)
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
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong computer skills
Current First Aid & CPR certification is required
Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire
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.

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._

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.