Infection Prevention and Control

1 week ago

Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada Niagara Region Full time

Job Opening

Non Union

Job Title:

  • Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Program Manager
    Job Opening Id:
  • 38812
    # Required:
  • 7
    Business Unit:
  • Community Services
    Division:
  • Long Term Care Homes
    Location:
  • Various Locations (see notes below)
    Standard Hours:
/ week
Full/Part Time:

  • Full-Time
    Regular/Temporary:
  • Regular
    Salary Grade:
  • 7
    Salary Range:
- $ 92, $ 109,220.

00
Post Date:

Close Date:

Division:

Long Term Care Homes

Important Notices & Amendments:

There are seven (7) Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Program Manager positions available in the Niagara Region's Seniors Services Division, supporting the Long-Term Care Homes.

This posting will be used to gather applicants to fill one position at each of the following locations:

  • Linhaven Home (St. Catharines)
  • Deer Park Villa (Grimsby) & Linhaven Home (St. Catharines) _this position will split time between both locations_
  • Woodlands of Sunset (Welland)
  • Rapelje Lodge (Welland)
  • Northland Pointe (Port Colborne)
  • Gilmore Lodge (Fort Erie)
  • The Meadows of Dorchester (Niagara Falls)

About Us:


Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.


Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

Job Summary


Reporting to the Manager Clinical Practice, the Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Program Manager is responsible to implement, oversee and manage the Long-Term Care (LTC) Home's infection prevention and control program with an interdisciplinary team.

This role also ensures the delivery of infection prevention and control education and enforcement to all staff, caregivers, volunteers, visitors and residents, auditing of practices in the home, monitoring surveillance and managing outbreaks in the home.

The IPAC Program Manager will ensure the home is in compliance with all relevant legislation and best practices such as Public Health Ontario, Ministry Long Term Care, Ministry of Labour and Accreditation Canada.


Education:

  • Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Nursing or other related discipline.
  • Current Certification from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC; LTC-CIP) or evidence of enrollment and plan to complete within 3 years
  • Completion of an Infection Prevention and Control course endorsed by IPAC Canada, CHICA or APIC-USA (preferred)
  • Current Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification by the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development approved training program as required under section 9 of Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
Knowledge

  • Minimum of 3 years recent experience working in infectious diseases and outbreak management
  • Knowledge and/or experience working with cleaning and disinfectant products
  • Knowledge of Public Health Regulations, Registered Health Professionals Act, Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee (PIDAC), Long-Term Care Act and Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act

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