Health & Wellness Manager

Revera; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living management company is seeking a Health and Wellness Manager in Mississauga. The ideal candidate will oversee clinical programs and ensure top-notch care for residents. Responsibilities include managing assessments and service plans, ensuring compliance with regulations, and building strong relationships within the community. Requires 5+ years clinical experience and leadership capabilities.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Comprehensive Onboarding and Training

Coaching and Mentoring

Dedicated Support

Extensive Benefits Plan

Generous Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years relevant clinical experience and one (1) year of leadership experience.
• Experience managing a multidisciplinary team in a unionized environment.
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check within the last six months.

Responsibilities

• Participate in care conferences, conduct resident assessments, and develop service plans.
• Cultivate strong relationships with residents, family members, and regional support teams.
• Adhere to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal acts and regulations.

Skills

Clinical competence

Critical thinking

Strong people leadership skills

Effective oral and written communication

Empathy and compassion

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player and collaborative

Education

Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Overview

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Are you a driven clinical leader looking to make an impact? Are you passionate about senior care?

Our next Health and Wellness Manager is a values-driven leader with a passion for overseeing and managing the clinical program. Your strong clinical skills and compassion for delivering exceptional care will enable you to provide top-notch, individualized service to our residents. You\'ll excel at resident and employee safety and well-being, and your expertise in hiring and training superstar clinical experts will ensure a highly effective team. As a dedicated clinician, you\'ll deliver best-in-class care to our residents, living our values and inspiring your team to do the same.

You will work closely with the Executive Director, regional clinical team, and departmental managers to maximize resident satisfaction, ensuring a positive living experience for our residents. Cultivating strong relationships with residents, family members, employees, managers, and regional support teams and agencies will be integral to fostering a supportive and caring community for our residents.

You'll participate in care conferences, conduct resident assessments, and develop service plans, ensuring individualized care for each resident. You will diligently adhere to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal acts and regulations, ensuring legal and ethical compliance in all aspects of resident care.

Responsibilities

• Participate in care conferences, conduct resident assessments, and develop service plans, ensuring individualized care for each resident.
• Adhere to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal acts and regulations, ensuring legal and ethical compliance in all aspects of resident care.
• Work with the Executive Director, regional clinical team, and departmental managers to maximize resident satisfaction and a positive living experience.
• Cultivate strong relationships with residents, family members, employees, managers, and regional support teams and agencies to foster a supportive and caring community.

Perks and Benefits for the Health and Wellness Manager:

• Competitive Compensation Package: A lucrative compensation package with a competitive salary, eligibility to a department manager bonus plan, and potential annual merit increases.
• Comprehensive Onboarding and Training: Four-week onboarding program to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and tools to excel in your role.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Guidance and mentorship from Regional and National teams to support your growth.
• Dedicated Support: Access to dedicated support staff and resources across administrative, operational, Legal or Finance areas.
• Extensive Benefits Plan: Comprehensive medical coverage, health benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and RRSP matching.
• Manulife Vitality Program: Opportunity to earn rewards and gift cards through wellness activities.
• Employee Perks Program: Perkopolis discounts on entertainment, travel, shopping, gift cards, and more.
• Generous Time Off: Three weeks of vacation per year plus additional sick and personal days.
• Rewards and Recognition: Service awards and celebration stations to recognize dedication and achievements.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Clear paths for advancement within the organization to regional and national positions.

Skills for success:

• Clinical competence
• Critical thinking to assess and make decisions on complex care scenarios
• Strong people leadership skills
• Effective oral and written communication
• Emotional support
• Empathy and compassion
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Adaptable and comfortable working through unique situations
• Team player and collaborative
• Technical proficiency with solid computer skills
• Ethical and able to maintain confidentiality
• Advocate for residents\' rights and needs
• Keen on continuous learning

Your experience

• Currently registered as a Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse from the applicable provincial 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 mentoring, training, and developing nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment and 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
• Understanding of budgets and financials 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 within the last six months or be willing to obtain one

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

If you’re excited about working with us but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.