Director of Wellness
About The Position
At Aspira Valleylands Oshawa Retirement Living, the Director of Wellness role is a dynamic leadership position that offers the chance to engage in guiding a team while also providing compassionate care to residents. This role is situated in an environment where leadership skills can be developed daily, fostering deeper connections with both the team and those under care. The purpose of this role is to cultivate happiness in daily life and serve seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with comfort, dignity, and respect. The Director of Wellness reports to the General Manager and leads a clinical team to provide care support and services.
Requirements
- An exceptional manager with a demonstrated track record of delivering results and continuously improving performance
- A Registered Practical Nurse in good standing and has a minimum three years’ experience in Geriatrics, Rehabilitation and/or senior health industry
- Good judgement, the ability to identify risk and can foster a positive work environment
- Demonstrate strong technology skills in Microsoft Office suite programs
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
- Must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Records Check
Responsibilities
- Ensure resident’s needs are assessed; develop service plans of care and determine corresponding care fees and team member requirements as applicable
- Monitor all resident incidents and direct team members regarding interventions to prevent reoccurrence as applicable
- Monitor the quality indicators and evaluates nursing and related services to ensure quality of resident care (Falls, Behaviours, Infection Control etc.)
- Responsible for departmental recruitment, selection, orientation, development, scheduling and performance management of Guest Attendants, Unregulated Care Providers, and Registered Practical Nurses.
- Develop and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with hospital team members and our home and community care partners.
- Participate in marketing outreach such as presentations on wellness services and aging in place philosophy, and interview prospective residents conducting assessments to determine suitability for admission
- Participate in the preparation of the department budget and administer the approved budget within established parameters
Benefits
- A competitive salary and vacation package
- Health & Dental benefits program
- Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
- Continuous learning and growth
- A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
