Seniors Navigator

Shannex; Moncton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior care provider is seeking a Full-time Seniors Navigator in Moncton to support the Nursing Home Without Walls initiative. The role focuses on community outreach for seniors, ensuring access to services, and providing social health initiatives. The ideal candidate has a background in social work or gerontology and is fluent in English and French. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

24/7 virtual healthcare access

Employer-matched RRSP program

Vacation accrual

Continuing education opportunities

Recognition and rewards for service excellence

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills in English and French (required).
• Understanding of performance measurement and evaluation.
• Experience engaging people through assessments or group work is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of community outreach programs.
• Ensure seniors have access to appropriate services.
• Provide social health initiatives to counter social isolation.

Skills

Communication skills in English and French

Knowledge of aging and age-friendly communities

Self-motivation

Problem-solving skills

Ability to build positive relations

Education

College or university education in social work, gerontology, or related fields

Job description

Job Description

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 Full-time Seniors Navigator to support the Nursing Home Without Walls project in Moncton, New Brunswick.

This is a temporary contract for one year with an opportunity for renewal.

The Nursing Home Without Walls team will be based out of Pavillon Richard and Pavillon Landry, located in Moncton across from the University of Moncton.

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'll know you've made a measurable 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 5% 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

This is a Nursing Home Without Walls Initiative

Support the development and execution of community outreach programs for the older population to meet the objectives of the project. The community includes Moncton, Riverview, Dieppe, and surrounding areas.

• Ensure seniors have access to appropriate services and information related to aging in place
• Provide social health initiatives to counter social isolation and loneliness among seniors and their caregivers
• Increase knowledge on health-related issues important to aging in place and healthy aging for seniors and caregivers
• Empower the local community to respond to the needs of an aging population

Support the evaluation of how social and built environments can foster healthy aging by creating and implementing evaluation tools and reports on initiatives carried out.

• Based on the NB Home First Strategy and the NB Strategy on Aging/Family Plan, provide services and support options needed for aging in place
• Develop programs that address social isolation
• Provide health promotion opportunities
• Create a supportive community environment for seniors and caregivers
• Disseminate information supporting aging in place

Examine the capacity of community-level approaches to address health inequalities.

• Support interventions for aging in place
• Build capacity of social contacts so vulnerable seniors can remain safely at home
• Provide opportunities for community members to collaborate with the nursing home to support seniors
• Contribute to determining best practices for aging in place using existing community infrastructure
• Advocate for evidence-informed best practices

Work within the principles of:

• Respecting contributions of seniors, families, and the community
• Encouraging seniors to take charge of their health through wellness and lifelong learning
• Promoting independence and choices for seniors
• Fostering meaningful participation and partnerships
• Enhancing collaboration and developing an age-friendly community approach
• Respecting gender and equity

Business hours are typically 9:00-5:00; some weekends and evenings may be required.

About You

In addition to valuing continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability, you bring:

• College or university education in social work, gerontology, healthcare, project management, business management, or related fields
• Verbal and written communication skills in English and French (required)
• Knowledge of aging, age-friendly communities, resources, and issues related to older populations
• Understanding of performance measurement and evaluation
• Understanding of project management
• Excellent self-motivation and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relations and collaborations
• Experience engaging people through assessments or group work is an asset

About Us

Founded in 1988 by Joseph Shannon, Shannex has grown into a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services, and care across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our services are inspired by residents and delivered by various divisions dedicated to creating exceptional experiences and positive work environments 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, emphasizing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging—creating a culture that embraces individuals' uniqueness and treats everyone fairly without discrimination. All applications are kept confidential, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1