Director of Wellness

Job Description:
**_ DIRECTOR OF WELLNESS, VICTORIA_**

**_ Full Time, PErmanent_**

Established in 1996, Amica Senior Lifestyles owns and operates over 30 senior living residences in British Columbia and Ontario, while continuing to grow in select markets. We offer Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL) and Memory Care (MC) lifestyle options, along with Long Term Care (LTC) in BC. We combine expert care with unparalleled premium hospitality and amenities for a personalized senior living experience.

At Amica, our values are at the heart of all we do. We are privileged to spend our days enriching the lives of seniors, their families and each other. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those of all religions, ethnicities, people of diverse sexual and gender identities and expressions, Black, Indigenous, Racialized People, and Persons with Disabilities.

Become part of a team where you can make a real impact in the lives of others each and every day.

**The Opportunity**:
As the Director of Wellness, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the Wellness Department. Your focus will be on enhancing the lives of our residents and ensuring the delivery of exceptional nursing and health-related programs. You will collaborate with a dedicated team and actively contribute to the overall well-being of our community. In this role, you will be placed at Amica residences on the island where assistance is needed.

**How is Amica’s Wellness team different?**
- Our unique care model emphasizes social connection, allowing you get to know each resident and their families to form purposeful relationships.
- Your feedback is valued, you will have room to directly contribute to personalized wellness plans.
- Your administrative and leadership skills will be nurtured through opportunities to provide proactive care, perform assessments, and build connections with Health Care Providers.

**How we will support you**:

- A diverse environment where individual differences are celebrated, and you’re encouraged to be your best self, alongside a collaborative team.
- Learning and development opportunities to help you grow.
- Comprehensive benefits package including RRSP matching.
- You are supported by inspiring leaders who show up for you.

**What will you be doing?**

**1. Holistic Program Management - Oversee Nursing, Infection Control, Quality Assurance, and Risk Management for Compliance and Excellence**:

- Develop and implement effective service delivery methods that capture all program elements and ensure accountability at all service levels while identifying inefficiencies and developing process improvements.
- Assess new residents' physical and cognitive functioning and determine level of care within 30 days on or before their move-in day.
- Devise and maintain personalized plans of care for residents.
- Evaluate pharmacy services on an ongoing basis and ensuring legislative requirements are being followed.
- Maintain complete medical and nursing records management system.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of all aspects of health and safety policies within the community.

**2. Education and Team Management**:

- Organize in-service and continuing education programs for the Wellness Department.
- Foster a positive work environment by recruiting, onboarding, developing, and retaining talented team members as well as forecasting future staffing levels.
- Conduct regular team meetings and encourage individual growth.

**3. Community Engagement, Collaboration and Communication**:

- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop holistic resident care plans, flow sheets and problem-oriented charting.
- Maintain a hands-on approach through regular visits and assessments of residents.
- Act as an expert resource, providing clear interpretations of wellness procedures and policies.
- Actively engage with residents, families, and guests in a professional, courteous manner.
- Contribute to the development and coordination of relevant marketing strategies for programs and services.
- Foster collaboration with community organizations/agencies.

**4. Financial Management**:

- Plan and monitor budgeting for the Wellness Department.
- Manage financial constraints effectively.

**What you will bring**:

- LPN or RN certification, in good standing with the provincial College of Nurses.
- 5+ years of nursing experience, with 3+ years in management roles.
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- Strong knowledge of senior care, dementia, and healthcare regulations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in medical record systems and MS Office suite.
- Courses in gerontology, aging, or dementia are an asset.
- Experience with YARDI (electronic care system) is preferred.
- Experience in a senior living care environment is preferred.
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