Recuperative Care Supervisor

**Division**:
Housing / Hostels / Homelessness

**Important Notices & Amendments**:
The recuperative program is a new service of the Niagara Region that supports individuals who are homeless who require to recuperate and successfully transition back into the community after discharge from hospital.

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more. In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

**Temporary Duration**:
Approximate Duration: 12-18 months

**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.

Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.

**Job Summary**:
Reporting to the Manager Homeless Operations, the Recuperative Care Supervisor, will liaise with the hospital to assist individuals who are homeless with the supports they require to recuperate and successfully transition back into the community after discharge from hospital. This position will work closely with the Niagara Health System to ensure individuals meet the eligibility criteria of entering into this program. The Supervisor is responsible for managing the recuperative care unit in Bridge Housing while providing safe, client focused, and quality care. They will perform and collaborate as a member of the interdisciplinary team which includes the Recuperative Care Support Worker, Intensive Case Manager, Bridge Housing Shelter Supervisor, Homelessness Operations Manager and Medical Director.

**Education**:

- Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field with active registration / membership in a health or health related professional college.
- Regulated Healthcare Professional with current registration with a relevant college and member in good standing (e.g.) RN, RPN, OT, Social Work etc.

**Knowledge**:

- At least 3 years experience working with marginalized peoples and/or vulnerable population.
- At least 3 years of current related experience in a leadership position.
- At least 3 years experience in a human services and/or public sector environment, working with multiple social/community agencies.
- Dynamic interpersonal and leadership skills including critical thinking, communication, responsiveness, conflict resolution and problem solving.
- Experience supervising or managing shelter and/or hostel operations an asset.
- Experience in collaborative care planning within hospital and community setting an asset.
- Knowledge of relevant Acts and Regulations.

**Responsibilities**:
**_ Admission and Discharge of Recuperative Care program. (30% of time)._**:

- Collaborate with Niagara Health System on discharge of homeless individuals from Hospital to Recuperative Beds.
- Supports/coordinates client discharge from hospital to program ensuring client needs are consistent with program resources and suitability criteria.
- Facilitate all aspects of admission process.
- Document all client admissions as per program requirements.
- Review care plans as outlined by discharge planners at the hospital and identify the clients who require a short-term recuperation as outlined in the admission eligibility.
- Manage and maintain waitlist in consultation with the hospital discharge planner and Medical Director.
- Successfully transition individuals back into community after discharge from program in collaboration with Medical Director and Bridge Housing Shelter Manager.
- Discharge decisions will be made in the client’s best interest to ensure their ongoing success and health.
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