Why Choose Northwood?

Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood!
Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do—but we’re also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.
As Atlantic Canada’s largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.
When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you’ll find a place to thrive here.
We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognize that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know—we’re here to support you.
Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger!

Responsibilities

Provide support to residents and/or families (supports and understands needs of people in transition).
Complete administrative tasks such as requests for internal funds and government funding request to Continuing Care.
Assist with data entry within department
Accompany residents who require assistance for appointments
Provide practical assistance to residents such as shopping for personal items.
Provide support in the office with reception, answering phone calls and day to day office functions.
Assist with the orientation of new residents and their family/friend caregivers.

Qualifications

Enrollment in, or recent completion of, post secondary education, with a preference for Social work training or Office Administration 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

Location

NORTHWOOD HALIFAX

Department

SOCIAL WORK

Schedule

TERM PART TIME (70 HOURS BIWEEKLY)
DAYS

8 WEEK TERM

How to apply

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Company

Northwoodcare Group Inc.

Location

10 - Social Work HFX

Opening Date

May 22, 2026

Starting Date

May 19, 2026

Requirements

Type

Description

Status

TDFED-000

High School Diploma

Required Before Job Starts