Associate Manager of Health & Wellness
About The Position
Cogir Senior Living is seeking an experienced nurse to step into a leadership role as an Associate Health and Wellness Manager. This position offers a blend of hands-on clinical work and management responsibilities, working under the Health and Wellness Manager. The role involves supervising the nursing department, participating in Care Conferences, addressing resident and family concerns, and contributing to the recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, supervision, and evaluation of clinical team members. The Associate Health and Wellness Manager also ensures compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and provincial/federal acts and regulations, such as the Health Disciplines Act, Human Rights Code, and College of Nurses Standards.
Requirements
- Currently registered as a Registered Practical Nurse, Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse from the applicable provincial professional regulatory body with competency to perform skills within their scope of practice.
- Minimum of three (3) years relevant clinical experience, preferably in a retirement residence.
- Experience with developing service plans for the best quality of care to our residents.
- Up-to-date knowledge of regulations, acts, program standards, and other pertinent provincial legislation.
- Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) within the last six months or be willing to obtain one.
- Clinical competence.
- Critical thinking to assess and make decisions on complex care scenarios.
- Effective communication skills both oral and written.
- Effective emotional support.
- Empathy and compassion.
- Attention to detail.
- Time management.
- Adaptable and comfortable working through unique situations.
- A team player, collaborative.
- Ready to jump in and roll up your sleeves to help out.
- Technical proficiency.
- Ethical and able to maintain confidentiality.
- Advocate for residents rights and needs.
- Keen on continuous learning.
Responsibilities
- Supervising and guiding the daily operations of the nursing department.
- Participating in Care Conferences.
- Engaging with residents and their families to address issues and concerns.
- Recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating clinical team members.
- Applying the disciplinary process in conjunction with the Health and Wellness Manager and Executive Director.
- Overseeing and assessing compliance of resident care staff with company policies, safety regulations, and proper work practices.
- Adhering to relevant provincial and federal acts and regulations.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Annual merit increases
- Comprehensive Onboarding and Training (four-week program)
- Coaching and Mentoring from Regional and National teams
- Dedicated support staff and resources (administrative, operational, Legal, Finance)
- Extensive Benefits Plan (comprehensive medical coverage, health benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP))
- RRSP matching program
- Manulife Vitality Program (opportunity to earn rewards and gift cards)
- Employee Perks Program (Perkopolis - discounts on entertainment, travel, shopping, gift card rewards)
- Generous Time Off (three weeks of vacation per year, additional sick and personal days)
- Rewards and Recognition (service awards program, celebration stations)
- Career Growth Opportunities (potential to move into Health and Wellness Manager or regional positions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
