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Major Responsibilities:
 

• Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, providing resident/client information to aid in the development of care plans. Attends team meetings.
• Assists the Registered Practical Nurse with resident/client admittances, transfers, and departures/deaths, including familiarization with staff, residents, and surroundings, and personal care. Prepares a listing of personal clothing and other belongings upon arrival.
• Observes and reports on resident/client emotional and physical condition. Communicates general progress of resident/client, including sudden changes.
• Assists residents/clients with personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, etc.
• Provides general care for bedridden residents/clients, such as positioning, assisting with elimination, skin care, delivering food, and feeding. Applies topical medications such as skin care creams and lotions, as directed.
• Assists residents/clients in daily exercise program and use of rehabilitative equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc. Assists residents/clients with ambulation and transferring using applicable electric/hydraulic/manual equipment and lifting devices.
• Transfers residents to and from dining area.
• Checks residents/clients diet for prescribed consistency, feeds or assists with adaptive eating devices, monitors and logs intake, and provides hygienic and mouth care after meal. Collects and cleans dentures as required.
• Prepares and delivers beverages and snacks to residents/clients. Loads, unloads, and cleans cart.
• Measures weight and records bowel and bladder output. Collects specimens as directed.
• Cleans and shrouds bodies of deceased residents/clients. Packs and labels belongings.
• Changes linen, makes beds, and sorts and bags soiled linen. Stocks linen cart with clean supplies daily. Sorts personal laundry of residents/clients upon delivery and places in drawers and closets.
• Maintains the cleanliness and neatness of resident/client living area and the work unit, e.g. nursing station and rooms.
• Cleans, sanitizes and distributes personal care items such as brushes, combs, and nursing supplies. Rinses whirlpool tubs.
• Records observations and personal care provided to residents/clients.
• Promotes emotional well being of residents/clients through discussion, comforting, etc.
• Monitors resident/client safety in accordance with plan of care; implements precautionary measures as ordered by physician, e.g. collecting and securing personal belongings (glasses, hearing, aids, dentures, etc.). Reports incidents to Head Nurse or R.N., such as disruptive behaviour, fire hazards, and security problems.
• Participates in organizing and implementing social and recreational programs for residents/clients. Assists residents/participants with crafts and use of musical instruments, recreational and sports equipment.
• Reports resident/client participation and progress to R.N or Day Care Centre. Escort's residents/clients to outpatient clinics or on outings, as directed.
• Participates in organizing regular and special events for residents/clients, such as birthday parties, picnics, and shopping trips.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
 

• Bilingual in English and French in accordance with the French Language Services Act.
• Successfully completed a Personal Support Worker Program or Training that meets the vocational standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the standards established by the National Association of Career Colleges, or the standards established by the Ontario Community Support Association and other requirements as required by Ontario 246/22 of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021
• Experience in providing personal care to ambulant and non-ambulant residents in a long term or rehabilitation care setting.

You must also have:
 

• Excellent ability to communicate in writing care and service delivered to residents.
• Excellent ability to communicate verbally with residents, families, staff members, and the visiting public.
• Sensitive, empathetic and understanding of resident behaviour and needs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be willing to participate in in-service education programs.
• Physically capable of lifting, turning and transferring residents manually and with a mechanical lift as per standards and procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of Accountability, Adaptability and Change, Continuous Improvement and Innovation, Customer Service Focus, Teamwork, and Toronto Public Service Commitment.
• Ability to organize work in a manner that ensures resident safety.
• Knowledge of basic infection control principles and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Excellent ability to follow policies of the Senior Services & Long-Term Care Division and applicable legislation and regulations.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces.

Additional Information:

Hours of Work can be up to 75 hours bi-weekly; however, Hours of Work will be decided based on operational needs.

Please note:

As a condition of employment with the Senior Services & Long-Term Care Division, selected candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector screening, tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (O.Reg.246/22)

• Number of Positions Open: 4
• Posting Period: 09-Oct-2024 to 24-Oct-2024
• Location and Shift Information: 
  • Bendale Acres, 2920 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, M1P 2T8, (Evenings, Nights, and Weekend)
  • Kipling Acres & Child Care Centre, 2233 Kipling Ave, Toronto, M9W 4L3, (Evenings, Nights and Weekend)

The City’s Seniors Services and Long-Term Care Division supports residents in long-term care homes to have the healthiest, most fulfilling lives possible through exceptional care and services, enabling people to live with support and age with dignity. The Division believes in the values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. CareTO is our brand for the culture change we are investing in for the City’s directly operated long-term care homes (https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/rental-housing-tenant-information/finding-housing/long-term-care-homes/careto/). Based on evidence-informed research, our goal is to improve the experiences of all those who live, work, volunteer, and visit.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides nursing care through comprehensive assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans for residents/clients. Contributes to the development of the person-centred philosophy of care
• Observes, monitors and evaluates condition of residents. Reports vital signs, injuries, and general physical and emotional condition. Attends to critical incidents involving clients
• Measures and records blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse, and weight using equipment, such as blood pressure cuff
• Prepares and administers prescribed medications and treatments, i.e. eye drops and application of ointments & creams. Administers insulin injections. Records quantities administered
• Informs residents about medications and side effects
• Ensures that medication supplies meet designated inventories. Orders medication and medical/nursing supplies. Checks orders. Packages labels, and stores medication and medical supplies
• Prepares and applies clean dressings and bandages. Cleans wounds and lesions and replaces bandages. Removes stitches and clips
• Documents resident conditions and care provisions in the resident/client health care record.
• Administers first aid including C.P.R
• Orients new residents/clients and staff and familiarizes them with surroundings. Notifies divisions and individuals of admittance. Records and secures personal valuables
• Prepares resident for transfer or departure, including organization of personal belongings, contacting of appropriate organization (hospital, coroner's office, etc.), and completion of required documentation
• Schedules appointments with hospitals, clinics, diagnostic services, and health specialists by telephone, arranging for transportation and/or escort. Ensures results/hospital records are available to client
• Feeds residents or assists with adaptive eating devices.
• Provides personal care for residents/clients, i.e., hygiene, bathing, dressing and undressing, toileting, ambulation, and transferring using applicable electric/hydraulic/manual equipment and lifting devices
• Assists residents with proper exercise and ambulation techniques to support rehabilitative and activation programs
• Prepares and maintains documentation i.e., charts, records, and incident reports
• Accompanies physician on rounds, providing information on resident general condition and progress, and assisting in examinations, e.g., positioning, dressing and undressing residents
• Instructs resident/and family in planning care; offers emotional support; answers questions from resident/and family. Maintains personal care records
• Changes linens, makes beds and sorts and bags soiled linen as necessary
• Accompanies driver to drop-off or pick-up /residents in the community. Escort's residents/on outings
• Orders office supplies, checks orders and stocks shelves
• Assists in the operation of clinics, including booking of appointments and organizing resident files
• Obtains admission history with clients regarding medical history, immunizations, etc.
• Educates clients and emphasizes important health and medical information
• Refers and advocates with community agencies regarding health and social services
• Administers TB medication and monitors for side effects
• Arranges referrals, collects clinical specimens and accompanies clients to medical appointments.
• Trains students
• Promotes the residents’ integration to their environment
• Provides information to identify caregiver strategies that are resident-centred, age appropriate, maintain the resident’s dignity when responding to the behaviours and managing the associated risks
• Documents observational behaviours, recognize that they have meaning, assess and account for how the behaviours impact the care delivery process.
• Collaborates with the BSO Team in the development of behaviour management strategies
• Provides work direction, coaching and mentorship to BSU staff
• Collaborates with the Psychogeriatric Outreach Program (POP) Team, Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant (PRC), Ontario Health at Home, Acute Care, Tertiary Care, other LTC homes, families, and circle of care
• Maintains current knowledge of dementias, responsive behaviours, mental health, and relevant diagnoses
• Contributes to the BSO community of practice
• Assumes responsibility for personal development through participation in ongoing training to enhance skills
• Leads and participates in Behavioural Management rounds and care conferences as required
• Collaborates effectively when interacting with residents, family, team members and inter- professional care teams

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
2. Experience working in a long-term care environment, mental health, or geriatric populations.
3. Experience working in a specialized behavioural program, or populations with responsive behaviours, or completion of behavioural management training.

You must also have:

• Excellent communication, comprehension, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Ability to coach, engage, and support staff in dealing with responsive behaviours.
• Knowledge in dementia care, delirium, mental health, or neurological conditions.
• Creative problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Excellent care planning skills to ensure client’s physical, emotional, and cognitive needs are addressed.
• Ability to effectively lead an interprofessional care team.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, multitask effectively, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with strong self-direction, while excelling in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to use electronic documentation and computer applications such as PointClickCare and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

Certification in GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approach), PIECES (Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Capabilities, Environment and Social), DementAbility, U-First (Understand, Flag, Interact, Reflect and Support), Montessori Methods is an asset.

• Work Location: Bendale Acres, 2920 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, M1P 2T8 & Kipling Acres & Child Care Centre, 2233 Kipling Ave, Toronto, M9W 4L3

Please Note:

As a condition of employment with the Seniors Services & Long-Term Care Division, selected candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector screening, tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (O.Reg.246/22).

Overview

Overview

Posting Period: 27-Sep-2024 to 11-Oct-2024 

The City’s Seniors Services and Long-Term Care Division supports Toronto seniors and residents in long-term care homes to have the healthiest, most fulfilling lives possible through exceptional care and services. Vulnerable individuals who reside in the community are supported through adult day programs, supportive housing services, tenancy support and homemakers and nurses services. CareTO is our brand for the culture change we are investing in for the City’s 10 directly operated long-term care homes (https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/rental-housing-tenant-information/finding-housing/long-term-care-homes/careto/). The division values Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence which shape our organizational culture, our priorities, and the experiences of all those who live, work, volunteer, and visit.

Job Description

Provide nursing care to residents/clients in a Long-Term Care facility and provide work direction to nursing staff. Coordinates services within Long-Term Care Facility and the community for the health care needs of residents/clients

Major Responsibilities:

To provide the following Bilingual (French and English) Registered Nurse services:

• Develops, implements, evaluates, and modifies care plans for residents in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. This is guided by the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Provides work direction including assigning duties; establishing priorities; sharing knowledge and expertise, to members of the health care team as required (unregulated care providers, novices, students).
• Assesses the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of resident through observation and analysis of nursing related assessments, relevant tests, and indicators.
• Transcribes physician and/or nurse practitioner's orders for medication or other treatment.
• Prepares precise dosages of medication in accordance with physician and/or nurse practitioner's orders, including narcotic and controlled drugs, and administers to residents in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards.
• Maintains inventory, ensuring medications are properly stored, safe, and secure.
• Administers prescribed treatments and assessments as ordered by the physician and/or relevant practitioners.
• Performs delegated Medical Acts.
• Administers first aid and emergency health measures (example: cardiopulmonary resuscitation).
• Monitors and supports residents with activities of daily living as required.
• Liaises, refers, and advocates with community resources to coordinate, transfers, and departures/deaths: hospitals (acute care, rehabilitation, and palliation), public health department, home care program, long-term care homes, ambulance services, diagnostic services, the coroner's office, and social services.
• Prepares and maintains documentation in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario standards.
• Counsels, instructs, and confers with resident and family in planning care provides emotional support; acts as an advocate for resident and family; assesses learning needs and engages in health teaching; responds to enquiries, and resolves complaints with the goal to promote a safe and secure environment for all residents.
• Supports, trains, and mentors’ new staff and students.
• Provides nursing care, including counseling, instruction, and the coordination of resident care and participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives to improve resident well-being and care outcomes.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse.
2. Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or an approved Registered Nursing program equivalent.
3. Experience in long-term care, geriatrics complex continuing care and acute care.
4. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S) Certification.
5. Bilingual in English and French in accordance with the French Language Services Act
    

You must also have:

• Ability to effectively communicate and provide services to resident in both French and English
• Fundamental knowledge and practical application of nursing theory, biological and social sciences to the standard established by provincial nursing legislation.
• Ability to apply an analytical decision-making approach drawing on a comprehensive range of evidence-based practice to interpret, analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to perform holistic assessments/reassessments for residents regardless of complexity to establish a comprehensive plan for care and to identify the appropriate category of care provider.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and interpret deviations from predicted resident response to care/treatment and responds by modifying the plan of care using professional judgement and autonomous decision-making skills.
• Ability to develop, coordinate, monitor care delivery, and evaluate care plans that will promote resident independence and participation in decision making.
• Ability to educate residents and their families in health and wellness strategies to promote restorative care, prevention of disease, and knowledge of good health habits to assist in restoration.
• Knowledge to monitor staff performance and the environment ensuring a safe workplace for staff; provides reinstruction where needed.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of Customer Service, Fiscal Accountability, Innovation, Result Orientation and Teamwork.
   

Shift Information: Monday to Sunday, 37.5 hours per week

Note: As a condition of employment with the Seniors Services and Long-Term Care, selected candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector screening, tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Long-Term Care Homes Act (O.Reg.79/10).

This position is primarily responsible for managing all aspects of health and safety support and services to the assigned client field operations of OPG. This will include providing strategic advice, guidance and recommendations to the client group management and project teams, implementing and managing the OPG Health and Safety management system within their client groups operations, and continuous improvement initiatives, staffing, planning, organizing, and overseeing the technical support and services provided by the assigned professional staff, and monitoring compliance within the client group to the applicable Health and Safety laws and governance.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to growing its social license. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 
 

• Ensure optimal health and safety support is provided to their respective client groups, by supervising the work of staff, assignment and prioritization of tasks, monitoring progress and quality, and conducting reviews of work. 
• Carry out performance assessments of staff and assess their training and development needs. Address labour issues, application of union agreements, work to resolve conflicts, co-ordinate and integrate group's work toward achieving corporate health and safety work program. Optimize the use of resources and services available within OPG.
• Provide expertise to their respective client groups in the interpretation and administration of Corporate Health and Safety policies and procedures, standards, and health and safety related legislation.
• Plan, organize and direct the implementation of Corporate health and safety management system and initiatives including but not limited to: legislated requirements, governance and procedures, risk assessment, annual improvement plans, safe work planning, incident management, disability management including return to work, and health promotion, job matching and occupational disease prevention and surveillance, to meet both Corporate and legislative requirements under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). Review, assess and, if necessary, recommend modifications to existing corporate health and safety programs.
• Provide leadership in all aspects of health and safety management for the business, including contractor management. Develop and deliver health and safety work programs and comprehensive safety services to optimize business performance. Identify opportunities for improvement and follow through to manage the issues and risks. Provide technical and functional guidance to client groups in all matters pertaining to health and safety issues.
• Provide health and safety support and services to project managers and senior management / executives across the corporation on matters pertaining to contracting strategies, contract development, contract evaluations, contractor qualifications, contract monitoring, assessment, and response to contractor health and safety events.
•  Act as liaison for their respective client groups on all health and safety issues, concerns and initiatives, both internally and externally. Ensure effective communication and program support between their respective client groups and other areas of the company, and also between different departments within their respective client groups. Be cognizant of company-wide health and safety issues and ensure that divisional decisions do not set unwarranted precedents. Identify health and safety issues which must be communicated across departmental lines and across OPG.
• Provide management and oversight to ensure incident and claim information is effectively documented, including investigation and corrective measures as appropriate. Ensure their respective client groups are cognizant of this information and take appropriate actions to prevent recurrence.
• Foster and maintain constructive relationships with the unions, representing the interests of the Executive and Senior Management in tripartite relationships and forums and with the purpose of advancing the corporation's objectives in the area of employee safety and health. This will include coordinated support on behalf of management to Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Represent the Division on internal health and safety related committees.
• Manage, coordinate and oversee safety incidents, injury claims and regulatory events (e.g. MRPH events and determinations, critical injury investigations, Ministry of Labour visits/orders/charges, JHSC recommendations, Work Refusals).
• Responsible and accountable for the staffing and performance of the Health and Safety Field Services organization.
• Provide advice and support to line management, human resources, and OPG counsel in respect of litigation, including grievance/arbitration that arises in respect of health and safety matters. This will include providing advice throughout the litigation or grievance procedure, attending preparation meetings, advising at hearings / litigation and testifying when required.
• Provide functional advice and guidance, and ongoing assistance to management in all health and safety related matters. Participate in meetings where negotiation items, strategy and contingency plans are discussed. Analyze trends in the safety, health and wellness area, prepare materials for discussion on health related issues and make effective recommendations on changes to company policies and programs, collective agreement language and participate in the collective bargaining process on matters related to safety and health benefits.
• Provide advice, guidance, and ongoing assistance to management on Joint Health and Safety Committee effectiveness, including structure, composition, processes, regulatory obligations and duties, metrics. Monitor JHSC activities to ensure compliance with the OHSA. Prepare and provide advice, guidance, and recommendations to management to address such issues and in response to JHSC recommendations, issues, or grievances against the company.
• Provide advice, guidance, and ongoing assistance to management and employees on matters pertaining to disability management and return to work of employees, by influencing the parties to work in a manner that will lead to the employee remaining at work and/or on the development of plans that will encourage employees to return to work. Be accountable for the soundness of the advice and guidance given.
• Work with outside agencies to develop and execute plans to deal with public health issues in order to protect workers and the community. Provide leadership and co-ordination regarding these issues. Collect and maintain information and data regarding these issues.

EDUCATION
 

• 4-year University degree in a related field.
• A combination of education, certification and relevant experience.
• Certified safety professional is an asset. 

 
QUALIFICATIONS
 

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Health & Safety Manager 
• Overall hands-on experience in Safety industry; preferably in a construction / industrial environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and experience with, workplace hazards and the practical application of rules and procedures and workplace monitoring.
• Previous experience in a Nuclear environment is an asset.
• Prior experience in conducting incident/accident investigations including applying practical knowledge of applicable legislation and safety procedures.
• Demonstrated experience providing consultant/specialist services and problem-solving to management clients.
• Applied knowledge of the following: hazardous materials safe work planning and execution, working at heights electrical safety, industrial hygiene, 18001 OH&S Management System
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment.
• Experience in a Health and Safety function to be familiar with the policies and procedures governing Health and Safety issues

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy. 
At OPG, our values are our strengths.  They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change:  
Safety – it’s our business
Integrity – always lead with integrity
Excellence – never satisfied with good enough 
Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:
 

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 PM E.S.T., October 7, 2024.  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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We are looking for a strategic and result-oriented growth leader, with a passion to innovate and improve access to high quality healthcare for Canadians, to join the Canada Leadership Team as Director of Health System Partnerships. This role is responsible for initiating, cultivating and executing on strategic growth opportunities in the Hospitals and Health Systems (HHS) division of Teladoc Health Canada. Success in your role will be measured by your ability to meet revenue targets and overall expansion of our market presence across Canada.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the HHS commercial business, inclusive of leading a team of business development and client management professionals. You will liaise with appropriate provincial, territorial, and federal government agencies, health authorities, healthcare delivery organizations and provider groups in the West/East region to secure adoption and implementation of Teladoc Health’s virtual care suite of services and tools.

Role and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic growth plans for positioning and expanding Teladoc’s suite of products and services in Canada by fostering creative partnerships with provincial, territorial and federal governments, health authorities, and other hospital and health system executives

• Strengthen Teladoc Health brand as a leader in virtual care and trust advisor to the public healthcare system

• Grow pipeline and manage existing and future opportunities throughout the cycle from prospect, to discovery to proposals, contracting

• Facilitate executive conversations to identify partnership opportunities with Teladoc Health that yield to growth

• Coordinate projects pre and post sell with several groups within Teladoc leaders, to advance opportunities and set up for successful launch

• Monitor and report on all sales activities, revenue and pipeline to meet revenue targets

• Recruit, manage, inspire and coach a team of business development and client management professionals

• Travel, as needed, for in-person meetings, conferences, demos and partnership workshop sessions

• Define and improve partnership and sales processes and operating model

• Monitor competitive activity, trends, and report on all sales activities / potential for each prospect

• While this role has national scope, the ideal candidate is located in British Columbia or Alberta, is willing to travel 20-50% of the time within the Western provinces with occasional travel to Eastern provinces

The time spent on each responsibility reflects an estimate and is subject to change dependent on business needs.

Skill Requirements/Preferences

• Self-motivated, growth oriented, and disciplined with a passion to address gaps in healthcare through partnerships and innovation

• Bachelor degree required, in business administration, healthcare, technology or related field, Masters preferred

• Minimum 10+ years of experience, with minimum 5 years of demonstrated business development, partnerships and growth success in the public health sector in Canada and leading a team

• Strong understanding Canadian healthcare system, its challenges and opportunities, and emerging trends in models of care, technology adoption and healthcare transformation

• Strong communicator, comfortable with initiating and holding discovery discussions with senior executives, medical and clinical leadership, information technology and other leaders in the healthcare system, from hospitals, to regional authorities, ministries and beyond.

• Experience with overseeing and reviewing proposals, pricing and facilitating contracting and negotiation process

• Strong understanding of public sector sales principles, techniques and methodologies

• Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate complex concepts persuasively

• Proficiency in CRM software and tools for pipeline management and reporting

• Ability to travel 20%-50% of the time, as required for key in-person meetings

Saputo Dairy Products Canada is seeking a passionate Health & Safety Specialist, responsible for all activities and education related to health and safety and applicable legislation. Providing guidance to the location’s leadership team as with our employees to adopt best behavior and procedures to reflect the priority and focus we have on health and safety. This role acts as an ambassador of our culture and values and will be responsible for the Tavistock facility.

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Salary: $79,266 to $100,100. Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills and training.

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Collaborate closely with peer group in executing company safety policies by providing training and education to ensure that employees follow Corporate and Governmental Safety Standards.
• Work in collaboration with the Corporate Health & Safety team as well as other Health & Safety Specialists to foster and promote a culture of employee engagement and continuous learning.
• Influence change though comprehensive risk assessments and safety data analysis and proactively review and execute safety programs.
• Conduct frontline employee risk review and hazard assessments.
• Provide guidance and review of site incidents in developing supervisor’s skills in investigating and preparing detailed reports with strong corrective actions.
• Audit the facilities for legislative and corporate compliance and associated conditions to ensure that training, and preventative measures are addressing areas of opportunity.
• Partner with local agencies to develop strong relationships while developing a knowledge base within the dairy/food industry.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• A degree/diploma in Health and Safety or equivalent work experience. Registered as Canadian registered safety professional (CRSP) is preferred.
• 3-5 years of Health and Safety leadership experience in a medium to large organization.
• Possess a thorough understanding of Ontario provincial regulations; CSA standards and ISO 45001.
• An ideal candidate has experience in HOP, training delivery, coaching and is motivated to seek and understand problems in a systems approach.
• Ability to communicate key HOP messages to senior leaders, site leaders, workforce and business partners.
• Understanding in operational learning methodologies that include both learning from incidents and learning from normal work.
• Ability to evaluate safeguards for error likely scenarios.
• Possess a thorough understanding of provincial regulations; CSA standards and ISO 45001
• Ability to travel to Ontario sites and work all shifts as required.
• Recognized leadership and autonomy, excellent communication, planning and work organization skills.
• Team oriented and strong ability to engage people.
• Proficiency reporting in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint with the ability to learn other online systems
• Bilingual, French and English, an asset.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Vacation upon hire.
• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance.
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families.
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match.
• Paid Parental Leave program.
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off.
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA.
• Training and development programs.
• -Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs.
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

Note To Current City of Toronto Employees 

City of Toronto employees are eligible to apply for the posted job opportunity, but cannot hold two different jobs. To be considered for this job posting, you must indicate that you are a "Current City of Toronto employee" on the on-line application form, and provide your "Employee Number".

A Qualified List of candidates will be established for the HR CONS OCC HEALTH SAFE & DISABIL MGMT this position will remain active for up to two years from the creation of the eligibility list and may be used to fill future vacancies. Potential work locations include Etobicoke Civic Centre, Metro Hall, and Scarborough Civic Centre. Qualified candidates on the list may be considered when filling future permanent and temporary vacancies in this position.

Posting Period: 26-Aug-2024 to 21-Oct-2024

Location and Shift Information:

The City’s Seniors Services and Long-Term Care Division supports residents in long-term care homes to have the healthiest, most fulfilling lives possible through exceptional care and services, enabling people to live with support and age with dignity. The Division believes in the values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. CareTO is our brand for the culture change we are investing in for the City’s directly operated long-term care homes (https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/rental-housing-tenant-information/finding-housing/long-term-care-homes/careto/). Based on evidence-informed research, our goal is to improve the experiences of all those who live, work, volunteer, and visit.

To autonomously diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform procedures for residents in the Long-Term Care Homes and Services Division within their legislated scope of practice.

Major Responsibilities:

• Delivers primary health care to residents in the Long-Term Care Home in the management of acute and chronic medical conditions, therapeutic management, health promotion and disease/injury prevention in order to deliver comprehensive health services.
• Conducts focused health assessment using and adapting assessment tools and techniques based on resident needs.
• Completes health history into resident's situation, including physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural and ethnic dimensions of health.
• Performs physical examination and identifies and interprets normal and abnormal findings.
• Orders diagnostic investigations, and interprets results using evidence-based clinical reasoning.
• Synthesizes health information using critical inquiry and clinical reasoning to formulate a diagnosis, health risks and states of health/illness.
• Communicates with residents about the health assessment findings and/or diagnosis, including outcomes and prognosis through the application of knowledge of pathophysiology, psychopathology, epidemiology, infectious diseases, behavioural sciences and family processes when making diagnoses and providing overall therapeutic management.
• Selects appropriate interventions from a range of non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions to restore or maintain resident functional, physiological and mental stability to achieve optimal health.
• Promotes safe resident care by mitigating harm and addressing immediate risks for residents and others affected by adverse events and near misses.
• Participates with the Medical Director and other senior management staff in the development and implementation of evaluation processes and the identification of strategies to continually improve clinical outcomes and effectively manage risks.
• Collaborates with senior management in the Division and other community health services in initiatives for the development, implementation and evaluation of systems to promote continuity of resident care across the continuum.
• Ensures Accreditation Canada standards are evident in daily practice.
• Ensures resident files and health care records are properly maintained in compliance with applicable legislation and divisional expectations.
• Identifies, and collaborates with the Medical Director on, educational programs for the care team.

Key Qualifications:

1. Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class (Primary Health Care or Adult) and entitled to practise.
2. Experience as a Nurse Practitioner in long-term care, acute care, rehabilitation, continuing care or primary care.
3. Experience in long-term care, with providing empathetic/relational care for the elderly and those living in long-term care, and clinical work experience with frail older adults, critical care, and mental health as a Nurse Practitioner.
4. Certification in Geriatric Nursing from the Canadian Nursing Association or equivalent experience.

Must also have:

• Ability to incorporate knowledge of diversity, cultural safety and the determinants of health in the assessment, diagnosis and therapeutic management of residents and the evaluation of outcomes
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively
• Leadership skills, working well within an inter-professional team and ability to foster effective working relationships
• Ability to provide clinical supervision, education and mentoring for nursing students, medical students, and other learners, including residents/families
• Ability to develop and implement evaluation processes and identify strategies to improve clinical outcomes and manage risks
• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use computer software such as MS Office applications, email and web applications
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders as well as work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service Values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces
• Ability to work shifts, evenings, weekends and holidays, as required
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and statutes, including, but not limited to, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Fixing Long-Term Care Act
• Good verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability and willingness to provide a service that enhances the dignity and reflects the diversity of residents

Note: As a condition of employment with the Long-Term Care Homes & Services Division, selected candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector screening, tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (O.Reg. 246/22)

The City’s Seniors Services and Long-Term Care Division supports Toronto seniors and residents in long-term care homes to have the healthiest, most fulfilling lives possible through exceptional care and services. Vulnerable individuals who reside in the community are supported through adult day programs, supportive housing services, tenancy support and homemakers and nurses services. CareTO is our brand for the culture change we are investing in for the City’s 10 directly operated long-term care homes ( https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/rental-housing-tenant-information/finding-housing/long-term-care-homes/careto/). The division values Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence which shape our organizational culture, our priorities, and the experiences of all those who live, work, volunteer, and visit.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the Registered Practical Nurse plays an integral role in the day-to-day operations of the homes.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides nursing care and develops and modifies care plans for residents. Observes, monitors, and evaluates condition of residents.
• Provides leadership/direction to Care Team during the shift in collaboration with the RN.
• Reports vital signs, injuries, and general physical and emotional condition. Reports resident critical incidents as per policy.  Attends to critical incidents involving residents.
• Attends team meetings.
• Evaluates the residents' plan of care and revises as indicated by residents' health status.
• Measures and records blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse, and weight using equipment, such as blood pressure cuff.
• Prepares and administers prescribed medications and treatments (i.e. eye drops and application of ointments & creams).
• Administers insulin injections and records quantities administered. Assesses condition and administers complex skin and wound treatments. Informs residents about medications and side effects.
• Ensures that medication supplies meet designated inventories. Orders medication and medical/nursing supplies.
• Checks orders, packages, labels, and stores medication and medical supplies. Prepares and applies clean dressings and bandages.
• Cleans wounds and lesions, replaces bandages, and removes stitches and clips. Administers first aid including C.P.R.
• Orients new residents and staff and familiarizes them with surroundings. Notifies departments and individuals of admittance.
• Provides orientation and ongoing coaching for new staff.
• Provides orientation for new residents and their families and introduces them to other residents, staff, etc.
• Records and secures personal valuables.
• Prepares resident for transfer or departure, including organization of personal belongings, contacting of appropriate organization (hospital, coroner's office, etc.), and completion of required documentation.
• Schedules appointments with hospitals, clinics, diagnostic services, and health specialist, arranging for transportation and/or escort.
• Ensures results/hospital records are available to residents. Feeds residents or assists with adaptive eating devices.
• Provides support and leadership during meal service (ie: offering beverages, etc).
• Administers enteral feeds ensuring resident safety and maintains appropriate documentation.
• Provides personal care for residents (i.e. feeding, hygiene, bathing, dressing and undressing, toileting, ambulation, and transferring using applicable electric/hydraulic/manual equipment and lifting devices).
• Assists residents with proper exercise and ambulation techniques to support rehabilitative and activation programs.
• Prepares and maintains documentation (i.e. charts, records, and incident reports).
• Resident and family planning care; offers emotional support; answers questions from resident and family. Works collaboratively with resident and family/chosen family in planning care. 
• Maintains personal care records.
• Changes linens, makes beds and sorts and bags soiled linen as necessary. Orders office supplies, checks orders and stocks shelves.
• Obtains admission history regarding medical history, immunizations, etc. Educates clients and emphasizes important health and medical information.
• Refers and advocates with community agencies regarding health and social services.
• Administers medication and monitors for side effects.
• Assists in coaching and training students.
• Ensures proper storage and handling of all vaccinations ensuring adherence to cold chain procedures.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Current registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
2. Experience working as an RPN within a community-based setting, including working with the elderly population.
3. Experience working in acute care, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, mental health and/or long-term care.

You must also have:

• Ability to provide resident-centered care in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the Long-Term Care Homes Act and its regulations.
• Ability to complete the annual RAI-MDS certification as per Ministry of Health requirements for Assessment and Intelligence System Inc. (AIS).
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of people including residents, families and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ability to obtain Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. 
• Ability to document utilizing electronic software applications.
• Ability to work in a highly demanding work environment with many competing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

Additional Information:

Hours of Work can be up to 75 hours bi-weekly, however, Hours of Work will be decided based on operational needs.

Please Note:

As a condition of employment with the Seniors Services & Long-Term Care Division, selected candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector screening, tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (O.Reg.246/22).