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JOB SUMMARY

The Wastewater Collection Branch is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City’s Wastewater Collection infrastructure and systems including communal wastewater treatment facilities and wastewater system, and oversees the Sewer Use Program.    

You are responsible for performing or assisting with inspections, maintenance and general repairs of the City’s sanitary, combined and storm sewer system structures (e.g. access/maintenance chambers, catch basins, inlet/outlet grills, regulators, manhole covers) that don’t require excavation. 

Work activities are divided into the following groups and staff rotate through them on a regular basis: in-sewer inspection, in-house repairs, surveys, routine cleaning, special cleaning, service truck and inspection of contractor construction/major repairs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12

Minimum of 15 months of experience in sewer maintenance or a similar construction or maintenance field 

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Understanding of sanitary, combined and storm sewer systems and related structures Unit instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, manuals and processes
• Applicable City, ESD and Branch policies, standards, guidelines and processes
• Construction standards and methods for the installation and repair of   collection systems components
• Preventive maintenance activities for the sanitary, combined and storm sewer system
• Sewer Use By-law 
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Safely operate the various equipment and hydraulic/power/hand tools required for the job
• Work well independently and as part of a team
• Writing skills to complete required work documentation
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to use a personal and/or handheld computer and software such as MS Outlook, MS Word, ArcGIS, geoOttawa
• Read and understand drawings or sketches 
• Punctual and dependable
• Good attendance record
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job
• Willing to work on-call and overtime, as required

JOB SUMMARY

Hospitality Services is responsible for the planning, coordinated development, management and implementation of food, nutrition and environmental activities, programs, services and initiatives to the residents of a municipal long term care facility. 

You are responsible for performing housekeeping duties associated with the maintenance of a clean, comfortable, home-like and safe environment in the Long Term Care Home, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement, in accordance with the Long Term Care Homes Act, 2007.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 10 

Six months of experience in institutional cleaning

KNOWLEDGE

• Disinfection procedures
• Stripping and refinishing of floors
• Preservation of surfaces
• Shampooing of carpets and upholstery
• The use of housekeeping equipment
• Employee health and safety/WHMIS
• Good understanding of safe body mechanics for lifting and bending
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work under pressure
• Operate auto scrubber, floor buffer and carpet extractor
• Understand and follow directions
• Identify and report hazards in the workplace
• Organize and prioritize work assignments
• Dependable, reliable and professional
• Flexibility with changes in work assignments
• Work within a team environment
• Cooperative, respectful and courteous with residents, visitors and co-workers
• Physical and mental ability to perform assigned routines
• Ability to either fully squat or kneel
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Capable of lifting and carrying 35 lbs
• Good personal hygiene practices

JOB SUMMARY

The mandate of Long Term Care Services is to provide resident care based on the needs of individuals, as determined by medical, nursing, functional and psychosocial assessments, and on each resident’s expressed needs. The care provided in each Home includes specialized, restorative, supportive and palliative care for persons with dementia, disabilities and health problems who cannot live independently in their homes, and whose needs cannot be met in the community.

You are responsible for primary health care including clinical, counselling and referral services within the scope of practice and standards of care as outlined in the Regulated Health Professionals Act (RHPA) and the College of Nurses of Ontario for residents of the Long Term Care Homes.  As an autonomous health professional with advanced education, you will provide comprehensive health assessments, diagnose health/ illness conditions, and treat and manage acute and chronic illness within a holistic model of care.   Your Nurse Practitioner (NP) competencies will reflect advanced nursing practice by building and expanding upon the competencies of a registered nurse.  You will function as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and ensure collaboration with the resident, family or caregiver and the health team in the development, implementation and evaluation of a resident’s plan of care. 

Additionally, you will support the provision of leadership and mentorship to long term care home staff that enhances knowledge, assessment skills and the ability to support care for residents in place and by leading and collaborating in research, education and evidence-based practice initiatives to optimize the resident, long term care home and health system outcomes.

You will be accountable to the LTC Administrator and functionally accountable (for clinical practice issues) to the Medical Director and to the College of Nurses of Ontario for NP practice issues.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a 4-year university degree in Nursing (BScN)

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in long term care or other geriatric setting.

Completion of a certificate demonstrating “Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner” from an approved University.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of long-term care sector, relevant regulations/legislation, resident profiles, challenges and opportunities, roles and responsibilities, reporting requirements and health system navigation
• Knowledge of and ability to apply chronic disease frameworks
• Knowledge of and ability to provide advanced wound care skills 
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply a palliative approach to care in long-term care  
• Demonstrated and comprehensive understanding of ethical decision-making principles 
• Knowledge of community health care resources and referral physicians
• Demonstrates application of planning and evaluation methodologies
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
   

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within the stated scope of practice as per federal and provincial legislation and policy.
• Communicate effectively interpersonally, orally and in writing with management, staff and the public when required. 
• Multi-task and manage changing priorities and emergency situations.
• Engage in therapeutic conversations about holistic health care assessment, diagnosis, options, decisions and impact. 
• Conduct advanced assessment, examination and provide care and treatment.
• Develop and apply evaluation tools to analyze data, assist in writing write reports and prepare briefings.
• Mentor, supervise and evaluate students
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Leadership skills for chairing meetings, leading projects, providing functional direction to other nursing professionals.
• Use word processing and database software
• Able to work with clients from a variety of cultural, socio-economic and sexuality backgrounds.
• Be open, personable, flexible in approach, non-judgmental and able to establish rapport and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong commitment to long-term care as a role model and advocate when required.
• Able to work flexible hours.
• Owning a car to facilitate working in two different homes

This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?