Health Services Manager

Job Description

Job Description
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're opening
Adeline Hall Enhanced Care
in Bedford, Nova Scotia, in June 2026, and we're searching for an experienced and passionate
Health Services Manager
to join our opening team.

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 & dental benefits (starting immediately)
• Free 24/7 access to healthcare through our benefits plan
• RRSP program with 5% employer matching
• Vacation accrual from day one + travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts through our Perks Program
• Ongoing education through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Recognition and rewards for safety and service excellence
• Opportunities to lead innovation in the continuing care sector

What You'll Do
As the Health Services Manager, you'll provide strong clinical and operational leadership to ensure residents receive exceptional, client-centered care. You'll:

• Lead and promote a Client-Directed philosophy, ensuring every decision puts residents first
• Oversee the electronic client documentation system and ensure quality standards are met
• Build trusted partnerships with residents and families through open communication
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements
• Lead, mentor, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional care and service
• Collaborate on assessments, care planning, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives
• Manage human resources activities, policy implementation, and operational efficiency
• Step in to support clinical staff as needed to maintain seamless care delivery

What You Bring

• A clinical background with relevant education and credentials (e.g., Nursing, Allied Health, or another regulated healthcare discipline)
• Active registration and good standing with the appropriate Nova Scotia regulatory body
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Proven ability to lead with empathy, integrity, and accountability
• Strong understanding of supervision, healthcare operations, and best practices in care delivery
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, collective agreements, and sector standards
• A collaborative, innovative mindset and passion for continuous improvement

About Us
Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit .

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.