Recruitment Specialist

at  Shannex

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.

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.

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

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