Restorative Care Coordinator

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Newmarket; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading municipality in Ontario seeks a dedicated professional to lead restorative care programs for residents. This role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating care plans while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance residents' independence and well-being. Candidates should possess a diploma in Clinical Kinesiology and have experience in long-term care. The position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Program

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits

Inclusive and diverse workforce

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in long term care as a direct care provider.
• Knowledge of the Fixing Long Term Care Act and Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate restorative care programs for residents.
• Document and evaluate restorative care plans and resident progress.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Report Writing

Education

College Diploma in Clinical Kinesiology

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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 Programand 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

This position is responsible to plan, prepare and facilitate restorative care programs and focuses on the residents’ continuity of care to encourage independence and opportunities to meet the social, emotional, physical, and restorative care needs of residents. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, collaborates with contracted physiotherapist, the Restorative Care Aide and other professionals, this position is responsible for leading the implementation, evaluation, and revision of the therapeutic plan of care for residents for the restorative care program.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Ensures that participating residents in the restorative care program receive care and assistance towards independence based on a restorative care philosophy to maximize autonomy a per the Resident Bill of Rights.

• Coordinates and integrates restorative care approaches into each participating resident plan of care to help maintain or improve their functional and cognitive capacities in all aspects of daily living to the extent of their abilities.

• Documents restorative plan of care to reflect residents needs, preferences and current status.

• Ensures that the resident, and the resident’s substitute decision-maker, if any, are consulted in the development, implementation, and progress of the restorative plan of care.

• Assesses new admitted residents for current physical and functional capacity to determine eligibility for restorative care program.

• Reassesses the restorative plan of care at weekly reviews that includes documentation.

• Completes monthly evaluation and as needed to ensure the resident’s restorative care needs and progress are documented and implemented in a timely manner.

• Tracks and documents residents’ attendance and participation in the Restorative Care Program.

• Develops and offer a variety of stretching, strengthening, and mobility exercises to residents at and structured times throughout the week to collaborate the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist (OT) as per resident needs and plan of care.

• Collaborates with therapists to ensure residents are properly using their assistive devices and sitting posture.

• Liaises with nursing and therapy services to ensure timely communication between program areas.

• Provides residents with a safe and comfortable environment by being aware of risk management issues and concerns that could compromise safety or incur liability.

• Leads program evaluations through interviews, observations, surveys to assess the effectiveness of restorative care program and future planning.

• Responsible for the maintenance and accessibility of equipment inventory.

• Leads the preparation of accurate, timely and current reports, documentation of services provided, and other data as required.

• Ensures accurate and complete documentation.

• Participates and contributes to the Continuous Quality Improvement Committee including submitting timely restorative care program data and analysis.

• Complies with all Regional policies including code of conduct, privacy and confidentiality, attendance.

• Reports incidents or complaints in a timely manner to the Director of Care/designate and ensures compliance with applicable policy and legislation.

• Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate.

• Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards.

• Participates on committees, work groups, task forces and special projects, as assigned.

• Manages information in accordance with legislation and corporate standards.

• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a College Diploma in Clinical Kinesiology involving studies such as activation techniques, accredited restorative care or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum two (2) years experience in long term care as a direct care provider in restorative care or rehabilitation.

• 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).

• A sound knowledge of the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, Occupational Health and Safety Act and any other pertinent Federal, Provincial and Municipal legislation that influence the operation of a nursing home.

• Ability to work with diverse residents, families, staff, and colleagues and comply with the Region’s EDI policy and complete the relevant EDI educational requirements.

• Demonstrated ability in the Region’s core competencies.

• Intermediate skills in virtual platforms and MS Office Suite.

• Demonstrates ability to work independently and as an effective team member in a cooperative manner with all members of staff, families, residents, volunteers, and internal and external partners.

• Strong report writing, research, analytical and presentation skills and work to tight deadlines.

• Ability to travel to offsite locations, as required.

• Ability to work outside regular business hours including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays, as required.