Assistant Director of Care - #439133

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.


• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.


• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.


• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Director of Care, is responsible for the organization and management of the Nursing Program at the Long-Term Care Home(s) (the Home(s)) including responsibilities for effective day to day operation of nursing services in accordance with the organizational values, the Residents’ Bill of Rights, applicable legislation and regulations, corporate policies and procedures, and the collective agreements, ensuring safe and effective medical care is provided in the Homes and ensures the maintenance of a safe environment for residents, staff and visitors, mentoring and development of staff; budget development, and continuous quality improvement measures within a resident-centred multidisciplinary environment that promotes independence and quality of life for residents.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Supports the Director of Care in establishing and implementing nursing policies, procedures and programs to ensure that the level of nursing care conforms to applicable legislative, regulatory and professional standards; demonstrates and apply current knowledge of best practices in the provision of care in long-term care.


• Provides subject matter expert consulting advice to the organization on all matters of a clinical resident care nature, and support the Homes’ infection control program, education program, and health and safety program.


• Formulates and assigns the work of the staff and ensures appropriate nursing staffing levels to meet the needs of the residents.


• Assists the Director of Care in formulating Nursing policies and procedures.


• Demonstrates and applies current knowledge of continuous quality improvements in long-term care environment.


• Responsible for all matters related to the continuous quality care improvement, all required programs under the Long-Term Care Homes Act and Ontario Regulation 79/10.


• Assists the Director of Care in developing annual business/work plans and in developing service plans and staffing proposals.


• Supervises staff, including participation in recruitment, selection, hiring, scheduling, assigning and monitoring work, determining training and development needs, coaching and mentoring, conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements, Regional policies and practices.


• Responds to customer enquiries directly and/or resolves difficult or highly sensitive complaints either verbally or in writing.


• Assumes functions of the Director of Care in that person’s absence, as directed.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a Diploma in Health Sciences or related field from an accredited College.


• Current Registered Nurse Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario with current good standing as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.


• Minimum three (3) years experience in a nursing program service delivery within the Long Term Care sector and demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience.


• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and reliable vehicles for use on corporate business.


• As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC), tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Long-Term Care Homes Act (O.Reg.79/10).


• Sound knowledge of relevant best practices and research related to gerontological nursing, Regulatory Health Profession Act and adult learning principles. Advanced knowledge and skills in resident assessment, critical thinking, problem solving and clinical decision making.


• In-depth knowledge of RAI-MDS. Knowledge of Lean process and/or other Continuous Quality Improvement and Efficiency Focused methodologies.


• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Standards, Acts and Regulations pertaining to nursing care and long term care facilities, including best practices in the Long Term Care sector, CQI and Risk Management principles.


• Leadership competencies including operating strategically, leveraging diversity and differences, customer focused, ensuring accountability, managing complex problems, financial management, employing interactive and effective communication, fostering collaborative relationships, cultivating engagement to drive vision and purpose, managing and developing talent, establishing and maintaining trust, displaying self-awareness, and demonstrating resiliency.


• Ability to travel to off site locations in a timely and efficient manner, as required.


• Ability to work outside regular business hours, including evenings, and be available for on-call duties.