Job Number: J0325-0883 Job Title: Academic Program and Partnership Coordinator Job Category: Human Resources Job Type: Permanent Part Time Date Posted: March 20, 2025 Closing Date: April 20, 2025 Number of Positions: 1
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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 an Academic Program and Partnership Coordinator to join our Learning and Development 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

• Maintains student placement tracking spreadsheet and participant trackers of programs (ie. LPN, CCA, PLAR) led by Shannex.
• Responds to inquiries from students/participants
• Assists with the administration of the student placement software called HSP.net and acts as back up for Academic Program and Partnership Coordinator
• Assists with administrative functions
• Maintains accurate records for each participant
• Prepares printed materials
• Provides reports to operational leaders monthly
• Alerts Academic Program and Partnership Coordinator if students are not processing as expected
• In collaboration with Academic Program and Partnership Coordinator, follows up with employees who are not on track
• Provides administrative support for any government initiatives – such as exam challenges, accelerated PLAR

About You

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

• High school diploma/GED
• Administrative Professional diploma
• 3- 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Bilingualism in English and French
• Experience with student placement tracking software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); use of Learning Management System (LMS)
• Strong organization skills, high attention to detail and demonstrated initiative
• Strong interpersonal skills

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.