Summer Student Term Position - Halifax Campus

Join the Northwood team this summer 2025!

We are looking for dynamic individuals to be a part of our team at the Halifax Campus for the following position:

• Client Services Clerk in Social Work Department

All Positions Details:

Length of the term: 8 weeks - Part time positions

Number of hours: 70 hours bi-weekly (Varied Shifts - Days, Evenings)

Salary: $16.30 per hour

Start Date: June 13, 2025

End Date: August 7, 2025

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Grade 11 or higher
• Must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment;
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act(1). , and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
• Must have an interest in working in Long Term Care

CLIENT SERVICES CLERK:

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance of the Social Workers, the Client Services Clerk will:
• Assist with the admission and orientation of new residents and their family/friend caregivers, including the provisions of tours of the Halifax campus to new and prospective clients.
• Provide support to residents and/or families (supports and understands needs of people in transition).
• Complete administrative tasks such as requests for Dignified Living Funds and Overcost Fund Requests to Continuing Care.
• Assist with data entry for resident data management systems
• Accompany residents who require assistance for appointments
• Prepare lease agreements for new residents and assist with Lease signings as needed.
• Provide practical assistance to residents such as shopping for personal items.

Qualifications:

• Enrollment in, or recent completion of, post secondary education, with a preference for Social work training.
• Familiarity with the Long - Term Care placement process is an asset.
• Relevant experience in mental health geriatrics, dementia care, palliative care is recommended.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required.
• Knowledge or experience with a person-centered model of care is an asset.
• Experience with Point Click Care and Pathways computer programs is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis is required

If these exciting opportunities interests you, please send click APPLY! Include a current resume.

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.