Wellness Manager

Wellness Manager - Mississauga at VIVA Retirement Communities As the Wellness Manager for a VVA Community, you are responsible for all aspects of the Wellness department and the related Community resources and agencies who will work with you to ensure VVA Retirement Communities provides the best in overall care for its Community Members. You will mentor a team of approximately 15. You will reach out to prospective Community Members, their families and local referral sources. Key Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day operations of the Wellness department including medication distribution and administration, care package services, regular Community Member assessments and communications with families and community resources Role model, drive excellence and innovation in customer service throughout the Community Provide leadership and empowerment within the department; achieve goals and objectives; manage a team, financial and physical resources Actively participate in the Orange Dot Program by living the VVA Values and acknowledging others for doing the same Participate in the budgeting process and manage the operation of the nursing/ wellness department within budget Select and develop Team Members and students; provide opportunities for growth and development; create an environment that will increase knowledge and skills among Team Members Actively participate in function of the management team including attending/leading meetings, problem-solving, department coverage and manager-on-duty responsibilities Liaise and consult with Community Members, families, company resources, professionals in relation to Community Member care needs and department activities Liaise with external community partners and agencies; including but not limited to public heath, LHIN, hospitals and other service providers Interpret nursing philosophy and establish and implement goals and objectives, policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements Lead the Infection Control and Risk Management Committee and IPAC protocol implementation throughout the Community Maintain all required records, reports, statistics, etc. for both Community Members and Team Members in accordance with policies and procedures Ensure appropriate level of care is determined prior to admission and that necessary documentation is completed Plan, organize, direct and supervise the activities of the Wellness / nursing department to provide quality, individualized Community Member care and services Attend Community Members’ councils and ensure resolution of issues relating to Nursing/Wellness services. Ensure RN, RPN and PSW accreditation for medication administration is up to date Role model and drive excellence in customer service throughout the Community Provide meaningful education and resources to Team Members, Community Members, families and prospects Qualifications Minimum 5 years hands‑on experience as a RN or RPN in an independent, assisted living and/or long term care home Minimum 5 years management experience in a similar environment (may be concurrent with industry experience) Graduate of a post‑secondary nursing program and maintain good standing with the Ontario College of Nurses as a registered or registered practical nurse. Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting in a leadership role with Community Members, their families and external agencies and resources Strong organizational and administrative skills Strong computer skills for job‑related functions including use of excel, word and various job‑related software programs Working knowledge of the Retirement Homes Act, 2010 Experience managing and leading infection prevention and control protocols Ability to educate, coach and guide Team Members to provide quality care Ability to work flexible hours and some weekends Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check including the vulnerable sector Additional Information VVA Retirement Communities welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Successful applicants will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada for the next 6 months. VVA Retirement works and operates in the vulnerable sector and the well‑being of our community members and team members is important. For this reason, VVA Retirement Communities requires all new team members are vaccinated for COVID‑19. Accommodation, including for those who cannot be vaccinated for COVID‑19 due to religious or medical reasons, will be provided in accordance with VVA Retirement’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, as amended from time to time, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as amended from time to time. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Health Care Provider, Customer Service, and Management Industries Hospitals and Health Care Hospitality Wellness and Fitness Services #J-18808-Ljbffr