Assistant Director of Care Regular Full Time [ITL ADOC2 1.00] AgeCare Trilogy

AgeCare Ltd.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Director of Care to enhance the quality of life for residents in a long-term care setting. This role involves collaborating with senior management to ensure the highest standards of care and compliance with health regulations. You will lead staff training initiatives and oversee the development of care plans, ensuring they are tailored to meet individual resident needs. If you are passionate about delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of seniors, this opportunity is for you. Join a dedicated team where your expertise will make a meaningful difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of long-term care nursing and regulations.
• Experience in staff education and health safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to coordinate resident care activities.
• Audit and ensure compliance with care documentation.

Skills

Geriatric Nursing

Rehabilitation Nursing

Personnel Administration

Infection Prevention and Control

Education

Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Post Graduate Studies in Nursing

Job description

Assistant Director of Care Regular Full Time [ITL ADOC2 1.00] AgeCare Trilogy

Apply locations Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Job requisition id: R25_02508

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity

The Assistant Director of Care of the Long-Term Care residence works collaboratively with the senior management team to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate resident care activities within approved policies and procedures (including onboarding and annual staff education, staff health and safety and infection prevention and control programs).

What Is In It For You

1. Ensures residents’ care is evaluated continuously.
2. Works closely with the Registered Staff team and the RAI-MDS Coordinator to ensure that the appropriate documentation is in place as per policy and to ensure regulatory compliance.
3. Reviews and audits Point Click Care documentation including progress notes, care plans and resident assessments.
4. Ensures that care plans are developed, updated, reviewed regularly, and followed consistently.
5. Audits resident care plans on a quarterly basis and ensures documentation accurately reflects the resident’s care requirements.
6. Responds to resident or family concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Director of Care.

What You Will Need

1. A sound knowledge and background in geriatric, rehabilitation or long-term care nursing including activation, nursing, and personnel administration.
2. Knowledge of The Nursing Homes Act and Regulations, Homes for Special Care Act, Extended Care Program Directives, the appropriate sections of The Health Disciplines Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food & Drugs Act (Canada), Narcotic Control Act (Canada) and other pertinent federal, provincial, and municipal Statutes, which influence the operation of the residence and more specifically the nursing department.
3. Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
4. Post graduate studies in nursing, nursing administration and geriatrics is considered an asset.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!