Health and Wellness Supervisor (2025-8125)

Verve Senior Living; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Health & Wellness Supervisor who will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for seniors. This position offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, ensuring that residents receive the highest standard of care. You will be responsible for planning care, maintaining resident files, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Join a collaborative environment where your leadership and problem-solving skills will make a significant impact on the lives of older adults. This is your chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on excellence in senior living.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognized nursing license and be in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience in seniors living preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and assists with the care of residents under the Health & Wellness Manager.
• Tracks inventory and purchases medical supplies as required.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Fluency in English

Computer Skills (Word, Excel)

Education

Recognized Nursing License (CLPNA)

Experience in Seniors Living

Tools

SARA

E-Mar

MEDe-care

POC

Job description

Description

Come join us and help make a difference in the lives of older adults! As employees at a Riverwalk Retirement Residence, our primary goal is to help each person have a great day, every day! Our employees thrive on collaboration and have a passion for excellence, achieving multiple awards including the Order of Excellence in Quality from Excellence Canada. As part of our team, your work is key to helping us achieve our shared vision of helping seniors live longer, better.

Accountability Objective

Under the direction of the Health & Wellness Manager, the Health & Wellness Supervisor is responsible for planning and assisting with the care of residents in accordance with the philosophy, objectives, and standards of Verve Senior Living.

Background/Qualifications

• Has a recognized nursing license (CLPNA) and must be in good standing.
• Has demonstrated excellent leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Written and verbal fluency in English is required.
• Must have proficient computer skills (i.e., Word and Excel).
• Preference given to individuals with 2 or more years of experience working in seniors living.

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in the Verve Quality Improvement (VQI) program.
• Prepares daily LPN and HCA resident care assignments. Stays up to date on services provided and works with staff, residents, and their families to meet residents’ needs.
• Assists the Health & Wellness Manager with resident files to ensure proper documentation and safe practices related to care needs and medication administration.
• Stores all archived and year-end documents accordingly.
• Maintains all resident care files and computer systems (SARA, E-Mar, MEDe-care, POC).
• Provides feedback and contributes to organizing a plan of care to promote resident independence based on legislation.
• Participates in updates regarding residents’ plans of care every 6 months (or as required) under the direction of the Health & Wellness Manager.
• Serves as a leader and helps develop employees to ensure service quality and job standards are met.
• Assists with HCA and LPN scheduling as needed. On-call coverage every second weekend.
• Assists with training and orientation for new staff members.
• Assists with outbreak tracking and preparation of outbreak supplies.
• Tracks inventory and purchases medical supplies as required.
• Distributes medications according to resident medication times.
• Performs treatments for residents requiring them and assesses changes in residents’ conditions.
• Responds to emergency calls, providing assistance and contacting professional help or family when necessary.
• Ensures the safekeeping of medications and nursing supplies.
• Complies with relevant health and safety legislation, reports incidents, and participates in safety protocols and training.
• Completes mandatory training and complies with all policies and procedures.
• Performs other tasks delegated by the Health and Wellness Manager or General Manager.

All offers of employment are subject to Criminal Background Checks. We thank all applicants; only those under consideration will be contacted. We accommodate people with disabilities in the recruitment and hiring process.