Supervisor, Recreation and Resident Wellbeing

Status - Permanent Full-Time - Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months - Type of Position - a Replacement - Start Date - Immediate - Salary - Annually - Salary Grade - $96,924.00 - $109,829.00 - Department - York Region -> Community & Health Services -> Paramedic and Seniors Services - Location - Maple Program & Supp Serv - 10424 Keele Street - Maple, ON L6A 2L1 CA (Primary) - Job Description (E) **ABOUT US** Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada - and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources. **WHAT WE OFFER** Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace - aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls. - **Defined Benefit Pension Program** - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions. - **Employer of Choice** - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations. - **Benefits and Wellness** - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. - **Inclusive and Diverse Workforce** - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership. ABOUT THE ROLE This position is responsible for researching, planning, coordinating, evaluating and supervising recreation and wellbeing programs, including therapeutic, social, recreational, person centred, spiritual, cultural, religious and volunteer programs, wellbeing services for residents in the Region’s Long Term Care Homes to promote choice using a resident entered, holistic and emotional centred model which includes physical, social, spiritual, intellectual and emotional wellbeing programming and services. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING - Leads staff, volunteers and contracted services in the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based measurable programs and services including Therapeutic Recreation, Wellbeing Services (eg. Dentistry, optometry, hair, massage, contracted providers, etc.), Volunteer Services, Spiritual, Cultural and Religious Care in consultation with the inter-disciplinary Team. - Ensures programs and services are in compliance with related Ministry of Long-term Care legislation, Ministry of Labour, Public Health and York Region Policies and procedures and sector best practices. - Meets with resident council to discuss appointment process and if appointed, acts as resident council assistant with the Residents’ Council. - Oversees the assessments of residents to enhance quality of life and promote engagement within the Home and in the community; ensures all documentation are accurately completed and meet timelines and legislation. - Research innovative programs, technology, and delivery models and review and implement best practices. - Ensures program assessments and programs encompass an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive approach. - Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement program including the Accreditation activities. - Ensures contracts with external providers and agreements are reviewed, evaluated, and renewed, as required. - Promotes the code of conduct, Regional values PEC policies, Collective Agreement with staff. - Responds in a timely manner to emergency resident and staff situations outside of normal working hours to assist in resolving problems. - Develops action plans and responses to concerns regarding recreation, resident wellbeing, spiritual and volunteer services. - Promotes public awareness of programs and services through newsletters, activity calendars, bulletins, announcements, questionnaires and speaki