Director of Wellness

At S&R Seniors Living, "We LOVE our Residents". Our affection for our residents runs far deeper than a brand or a logo—this philosophy envelops all that we do. Dedicated to our residents, our role is to ensure their good physical and emotional well-being, and to tend the needs of the heart. We are looking for people who, like us, believe the work we do has a positive impact on their community and that together we can continue supporting our Residents and their families.

Responsibilities: 

• Facilitate and promote Resident choice and Resident-centered care within the Home. 

• Assist with hiring, performance management, discipline, and termination of team members when necessary, while fostering a culture of support and growth. 

• Maintain high standards of care that align with policies, ORCA standards, and Retirement Home regulations. 

• Liaise with external community partners to understand & enhance the services provided. 

• Oversee Resident care needs, ensuring care plans are developed and updated to reflect the best approach for each individual. Including managing the care programs, including services and fees. 

• Support IPAC and quality improvement initiatives to ensure the home operates at its best. 

• Review falls and incidents, recommend, and implement risk minimization strategies to maintain resident safety. 

• Actively support marketing teams by facilitating timely resident assessments. 

• Lead the Resident Care Team in developing and implementing departmental goals and objectives, revising policies and procedures. 

• Managing scheduling, staffing needs, and ensuring effective staffing patterns. 

• Collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary team. 

• Registered RPN with the College of Nurses of Ontario. 

• 3-5 years of experience managing or supervising staff in a unionized environment. 

• Strong ability to manage a budget and participate in the budgeting process. 

• Valid CPR and First Aid certification. 

• Working knowledge of risk and quality management principles. 

• Experience working with seniors and the geriatric population. 

• Clear understanding of Resident-centered care, Resident rights and RHA 2010. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills, innovative, creative, flexible, and enthusiastic. 

• Proficient in computer programs such as YARDI, MedeCare, and other Windows-related programs. 

While our Applicant Tracking System uses some AI-enhanced tools, every decision throughout screening, assessing, and selecting candidates is made by real people on our team.

This posting is for an upcoming vacancy.