Health and Wellness Manager- 10 Month Contract
About The Position
Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For over 25 years, they have been dedicated to the happiness of retirees. This is a 10-month contract position for a driven clinical leader passionate about senior care. The Health and Wellness Manager is a values-driven leader responsible for overseeing and managing the clinical program. Their strong clinical skills and compassion will ensure top-notch, individualized service to residents, focusing on resident and employee safety and well-being. Expertise in hiring and training clinical experts will ensure a highly effective team. The role involves working closely with the Executive Director, regional clinical team, and departmental managers to maximize resident satisfaction and ensure a positive living experience. Cultivating strong relationships with residents, family members, employees, managers, and regional support teams and agencies is integral to fostering a supportive community. Responsibilities include participating in care conferences, conducting resident assessments, and developing service plans. Diligent adherence to all relevant organizational, provincial, and federal acts and regulations is required for legal and ethical compliance.
Requirements
- Currently registered as a Registered Practical Nurse or 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 five (5) years relevant clinical experience and one (1) year of leadership experience, preferably in a retirement residence.
- Experience managing a multidisciplinary team in a unionized environment.
- Experience in mentoring, training, and developing nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment and facilitating ongoing education for your team.
- Experience recruiting and building a strong team that delivers personalized clinical support, is on top of resident assessments, and develops care plans for the best quality of care.
- A good understanding of budgets and financials to be able to monitor department expenses while ensuring all care and labour services are billed appropriately.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Clinical competence
- Critical thinking to assess and make decisions on complex care scenarios
- Strong people leadership skills
- 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
- Technical proficiency with better than average computer skills
- Ethical and able to maintain confidentiality
- Advocate for residents rights and needs
- Keen on continuous learning
Responsibilities
- Overseeing and managing the clinical program.
- Ensuring resident and employee safety and well-being.
- Hiring and training clinical experts to ensure a highly effective team.
- Delivering best-in-class care to residents.
- Working closely with the Executive Director, regional clinical team, and departmental managers to maximize resident satisfaction.
- Cultivating strong relationships with residents, family members, employees, managers, and regional support teams and agencies.
- Participating in care conferences.
- Conducting resident assessments.
- Developing service plans, ensuring individualized care for each resident.
- Diligently adhering to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal acts and regulations, ensuring legal and ethical compliance in all aspects of resident care.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Competitive salary
- Eligibility to our department manager bonus plan
- Opportunity for 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 - exclusive 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 (clear paths for career progression, potential to move into regional and national positions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
