Summer Student - Client Services Clerk - Term Part Time Position (8 Weeks) - Halifax Campus
Other - Part-time, Term
Competition #: SUMGRANTCSC-25
Posted: April 16, 2025
Closes: May 2, 2025 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time
Location: Northwood Halifax Campus
Job Type: Part-time Term
Schedule: Day
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:
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
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, 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 interest you, please 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.
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