WHO ARE WE?
peopleCare Communities is a long-term care and retirement living organization that has operated throughout Ontario for over 50 years. We are thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the twelfth year in a row. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. We are also accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest award possible through Accreditation Canada’s Qmentum program.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Employer Paid Benefits
- Employer Matched RPP
- Employee Wellness Program
- Education Assistance Program
THE ROLE
As a member of the peopleCare home leadership team, the Assistant Director of Health and Wellness will ensure adherence to the respective regulations and legislation contained within the Retirement Homes Act 2010, (RHA) the Resident’s Bill of Rights, mandatory programs, the standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the home’s mission, vision, values and policies.
Reports to: The Director of Health and Wellness
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborates with the Director of Health & Wellness to promote and ensure standards of practice are achieved and evaluated; completing resident assessments, developing service plans and arranging resident/family care conferences as required to ensure all data is valid and up to date.
- Ensures resident care needs are assessed; developing plan of care and determining corresponding care fees and staffing requirements.
- Collaborates with the Director of Health & Wellness to schedule and adjust staffing levels to ensure consistency with the residence’s occupancy levels, the acuity of the residents and the services being offered.
- Oversees and supervises the medication administration program including administering of medications, completing audits, monitor control and safekeeping of drugs and narcotics.
- Develops professional and collaborative relationships with hospital staff, participate in marketing outreach such as presentations on wellness services and aging in place philosophy and interviews prospective residents and conducts assessments to determine suitability for admission.
- Administers strategic plan for health & wellness, including relationships, philosophies and communications.
- Directs the implementation and review of relevant company policies, procedures and processes required to meet government legislation and industry standards.
- Ensures all residents receive care and services according to their needs and according to the Retirement Home Act and Regulation.
- Monitors the quality of nursing and wellness services using quality indicators from a variety of sources, the tools provided for in the quality assurance program.
- Implements goals and objectives to achieve the corporate vision for resident care and services.
- Ensures appropriate documentation and maintenance of records including resident health records, personnel records etc.
- Acts as a liaison with RHRA, other clinical services, support services, external stakeholders / agencies including research and professional associations in relation to the needs/care of residents
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Registered practical nurse with current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing.
- At least one year of experience working as a registered practical nurse in Ontario retirement home industry.
- At least three years of experience working as a registered practical nurse in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a health care setting; and has demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
- Must possess excellent supervisory and leadership abilities.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
Thank you for your interest in joining peopleCare. We are excited to learn more about you and the experience you would bring to our team.
peopleCare is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. peopleCare does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants. Applications are reviewed by members of our recruitment team.
Compensation for this role will be discussed during the interview process and will be determined based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience and internal equity.
peopleCare is committed to providing and arranging accommodation to candidates upon request.
Thank you for your interest in working with us!
