If compassion, professionalism, and integrity drive you, a rewarding career at Shannex could be your next great move. Our communities are more than places to work — they’re places where Great People connect, care, and Lead the Way to Better Living.
We are searching for a Full time Recreation Programmer to join our new Adeline Hall Enhanced Care based in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
Why Shannex?
When you join Shannex, you join a community of talented professionals who care deeply about what they do — and about each other. We’re proud to offer meaningful work, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment where you can truly make a difference.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (if eligible)
- Vacation accrual begins immediately and travel insurance (if eligible)
- Pension plan for part-time and full-time staff
- Free onsite parking
- 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
What You’ll Do
- Collaborates with each resident and/or family to assess their engagement of meaningful activities in the six dimensions of wellness- Physical, Social, Intellectual, Vocational, Emotional, and Spiritual;
- Assists each resident in achieving their goals to enhance their overall wellness and assist with defining strategies for achieving those goals;
- Develops, analyzes, and reviews resident-directed individualized and community-wide programs;
- Fosters partnerships with local businesses and community groups to facilitate program development;
- Evaluates programming to ensure that the programs are meeting the residents’ needs and expectations along with upholding the established expectations;
- Collaborates with the Recreation team to develop a plan for full-scope wellness programming for all service lines;
- Oversees the process of orientation for each new resident to the recreation department, services offered and activities/amenities available to them;
- Oversees Recreation services for special functions ensuring organization, cost efficiency & appropriate staffing;
What You Bring
- You have a diploma/degree in recreation or a related discipline.
- You have a passion for creative arts such as music therapy, art therapy, or artistic expression.
- 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.
- You have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong computer skills.
- Possession of a Class G Driver’s License is an asset.
- Proof of current, valid CPR and First Aid Certification, as well as a Safe Food Handler’s Course, is required.
- You can work flexible hours and shifts (including some weekends and evenings).
