General Manager - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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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 General Manager to join our Arborstone Enhanced Care team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.Meaningful BenefitsYou 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:Salary commensurate with experience in fieldComprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance ProgramRRSP program (5% employer matching)Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insuranceFree onsite parkingEmployee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks ProgramAccess to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of ExcellenceOpportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiativesRecognition and Rewards for service excellence and safetyAbout the OpportunityAs the General Manager you will:Oversee the organizational structure and professional model of practice to maintain effective communication, assure client access to services, and clearly define responsibility and accountabilityEstablish and actively participate in a structure for receipt of resident/family feedbackLead the interdisciplinary site Management Team toward the organizational, facility and departmental goals and prioritiesParticipate as an active member of the divisional Senior Management TeamPromote a quality improvement culture by championing quality initiatives and programsLead the selection, integration, and development of the Management Team and support ongoing professional developmentEnsure organizational policies and procedures are followed in practice for all operating areasCollaborate on workforce planning for the departments to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintainedWork collaboratively with union partners in Collective Agreement applicationDevelop relationships with government departments, licensing personnel, physicians, service providers and other health related organizationsEnsure provincial licensing and regulatory requirements are metProvide financial stewardship for all aspects of operational expenditures for cost centresDeliver engagement strategies to motivate team members and provide excellence in resident serviceTake every reasonable precaution in all circumstances to ensure the health and safety of team members and all others in the workplace, including but not limited to, providing supervision, training, information, and equipment needed for employees to do their job safelyEnsure client safety by following and applying all standard operational procedures, safe work practices and training providedPerform other related duties as requiredAbout YouUndergraduate degree in a Health-related field or Business7-10 years management experience or equivalentPrevious experience working in a long-term care environment considered an assetBilingualism French/English would be considered an assetMasters in a health-related field or Business would be considered an assetStrong interpersonal and problem-solving skillsAbout UsIt 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.All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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