Director of Wellness - Jobs in Long Sault

Job Description

Qualification

• Current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses Ontario
• Current CPRamp; First Aid Certificate
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• 3-5 years of leadership experience in the senior housing industry
• Competency in the Retirement Homes Act and other applicable legislation
• Familiarity with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Core Competencies

• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Effective listening skills
• Understands and demonstrates our mission/vision/values in his/her professional behaviour and performance.
• Respects and understands the Resident Bill of Rights
• Adheres to the policies of the community and understands the requirements of the Retirement Home Act

Essential Duties, not limited to :

• Recruitment and on-going performance management of all Wellness Staff
• Participates in inter-professional assessments in identifying Residents needs and develops an individualized plan of care within 14 days of admission.
• Attends Resident meetings as requested to discuss concerns/complaints, suggestions.
• Assigns, delegates, and evaluates the activities of the wellness department.
• Organizes and participates in the Resident Care conferences on admission, at 6-month intervals or if there is a change in the resident’s condition.
• Ensure the maintenance of accurate health records.
• Identify process improvements requirements and implement quality improvement as necessary.
• Liaise with partners in hospitals, patient flow coordinators and other community referral sources.
• Serve as the IPAC Coordinator for the community.
• Completes all Wellness staff scheduling and adjustments as required.
• Conduct home visits or on-site health assessments pre-admission to determine appropriateness for the community.
• Participate in on-going resident review to assess the need for additional services and make recommendations.
• On-going evaluation of Risk and remediation required to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers and residents.
• Participates in fire safety demonstrations and fire drills.