Assistant Coordinator, Enhanced Assisted Living

**POSITION TYPE** : Temporary, Part-time, Night, 52.5 hours / pay period, 0.7 FTE
**SALARY SCALE**: $34.65 to $39.80 per hour
**CLOSING DATE** : 2024 - 10- 07*

**Why should I join Bruyère?**

**At Bruyère, we're much more than a health organization; we're a true community built on respect, compassion, accountability, collaboration, and learning. If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to be part of something bigger than yourself, join us. Come and work at Bruyère, where compassion and innovation meet to make each life better.**

**Join Our Team at Bruyère Village**

At Bruyère Village, we are more than just a workplace - we are a thriving, non-profit community dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our tenants. Located along the picturesque Ottawa River in Orléans, Bruyère Village offers a unique blend of independent living and supportive services for eligible seniors, helping them maintain their independence within the comfort of their own homes.

Our vibrant community features 227 apartments designed to promote autonomy and well-being, with access to a variety of amenities and services that encourage a healthy, active, and engaged lifestyle. In addition, our Adult Day Program (ADP) provides a welcoming space where eligible participants can engage in meaningful activities, social connections, and receive personalized care in a supportive environment - while giving their caregivers much-needed respite and peace of mind.

As a bilingual community, we pride ourselves on offering services in both English and French, ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all. Our person-centered approach focuses on meeting the diverse needs of our tenants, fostering a sense of belonging and community.

By joining the Bruyère Village team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our tenants. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued, and professional growth is encouraged. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that truly cares, Bruyère Village is the place for you

**What is in it for me?**
- Generous percentages in lieu of benefits and annual leave
- Defined benefit pension plan (when applicable)
- Wellness program and on-site gyms
- Employee perks program
- Mental health support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Free parking and accessible by public transportation
- Surrounded by bike/walking paths and located near stores and the East end shopping center
- Comfortable lounge spaces with free WIFI
- Professional development and learning opportunities including annual full day face to face education sessions
- Career development with leadership opportunities or specialized roles

**What would my role be?**

Reporting to the Manager, Assisted Living Services, you will be accountable for planning, organizing, and evaluating activities of the assigned care and services for the Enhanced Assisted Living program which is financed through the Local Integrated Network (LHIN). Your main role would be to assist the tenants and their families to manage clinical conditions and maximize their self-care, psychosocial, spiritual, communicative and interpretive abilities.

**How do I qualify?**

Required:

- Two (2) year Community college diploma in Practical Nursing from a recognized program
- Minimum two (2) years of related clinical experience (work or educational related)
- Valid certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Level C certificate

Preferred:

- Familiar with Point Click Care software

**What skills should I possess to succeed in the role?**
- Extensive knowledge in the field of gerontology & dementia
- Able to manage communications and interpersonal skills
- Able to manage stressful situations and conflicts
- Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., regarding privacy, the provision of health care services, etc.)
- Advanced knowledge of medical terminology

**About Bruyère**

Bruyère is Eastern Ontario’s leading health organization specializing in aging, rehabilitation, and care for those with multiple complex medical conditions. We bring together compassionate, person-centered care with world-class research to maximize quality of life for those we care for and their loved ones.

Bruyère has a proven history of addressing gaps in our health system with compassion, innovation, and courage. Today, as an academic health sciences center, we are training the next generation of health professionals to see—and take action on creating—a better health system for all.

**Additional Information**

Bruyère promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyère is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free sel