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wellness coordinator
Posted on October 29, 2024 by Employer details Symphony Senior Living
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Tired of working for a large institution that has too many road blocks to your success and even worse to the quality of life for those you care for? Want to work where we know your name and better yet your husbands/wife/dog's name too! Symphony Senior Living's is a family company operating four locations in Ottawa, Canada. We provide private pay services to residents in our beautiful communities, from independent living, through to end of life. We are the true alternative to a Long-Term Care facility ? to that end we are NOT a medical institution we are the HOME to many seniors of many levels of ability. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated leader to join our team as Wellness Coordinator) for our Symphony Kanata community. The community serves seniors needing independant and assisted living care support. You should be interested in this position if you love building teams, working with people, and find connecting and serving seniors rewarding! The Wellness Coordinator leads the wellness team at the community, is sometimes hands on and is responsible for the ensuring a high level of care and customer service to our residents. The perfect candidate must demonstrate tenure in their previous positions and can highlight how they learned and succeeded in their past positions. We will teach you senior services, our systems and programs, but we cannot teach compassion and dedication - You will need to demonstrate you are hungry, humble and smart in the interview process. *Job Summary:* The Wellness Coordinator is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality care services. This position requires a compassionate and experienced individual who can effectively manage care staff, ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, and enhance the overall well-being of residents. The Wellness Coordinator will play a crucial role in developing care plans, providing guidance on best practices, and fostering a culture of excellence within the community. *Duties:* Reporting to the CEO, the Wellness Coordinator aides in the ongoing operation of the community through the completion of the following duties: * Lead and supervise nursing and care staff to ensure optimal resident care. * Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for residents, focusing on their unique needs. * Oversee medication administration processes to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. * Provide orientation, training and support to staff on dementia care, assisted living protocols, and senior care best practices. * Conduct regular assessments of resident health and well-being, making adjustments to care plans as necessary. * Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and community resources to enhance resident support. * Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements related to Ontario Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority. *Skills:* * Strong nursing background with experience in senior care environments. * Expertise in dementia care practices and techniques. * Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience supervising healthcare staff. * Knowledge of medication administration protocols and safety standards. * Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with residents, families, and team members. * Ability to foster a supportive environment that promotes resident dignity and independence. *Requirements:* * Must hold a valid RPN license in good standing with the Ontario College of Nurses * 1-3 years experience providing direct care * Computer skills ? advanced working knowledge with Word, Outlook and electronic charting software * Up to date Standard First Aid and CPR * Must be able to work through an Outbreak, Epidemic or Pandemic, must be covid vaccinated, must be able to work with pets including dogs and cats (allergies can not be accommodated). * Basic knowledge and understanding of Alzheimer?s Disease and related dementias and a desire to serve residents and famili- LocationKanata, ON
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$60,000 to $65,000YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Full time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9536497947
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