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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).

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out the day-to-day execution of clerical duties to ensure BGIS operations are provided with administrative support
• Support the portfolio with communication requirements, utilizing BGIS corporate communications resources & standards
• Coordinate portfolio management meetings with the TA & other concerned parties as requested
• Organize monthly operations & project update meetings
• Assist Custodians in meeting evolving, unique-to-government information, communication & audit requirements related to service delivery
• Organize semi-annual executive management meetings & other management & team meetings, as requested
• Coordinate corporate initiatives throughout the portfolio including sustainability & environmental initiatives
• Attend & prepare minutes of meetings (monthly PWGSC meetings, semi-annual team building sessions)
• Support joint communication strategies as requested in both English & French
• Maintain the Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) inventory

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• High school diploma plus a specialized technical or business course
• Requires three (3) to five (5) years of administrative experience
• Excellent computer skills, proficient with MS Office
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Effective leadership skills – may have personnel to manage
• Strong time management skills and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer focus

General Repair Technician III is responsible for operating the facility including, but not limited to mechanical other supporting systems; performing structured inspections, preventative and corrective maintenance, routine and on-demand services on facility mechanical equipment and other systems. The Technician III is also responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices and for complying with internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, fire protection.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Troubleshooting

•    Provides observations about residential houses, mechanical and electrical equipment, and systems conditions and deficiencies and provides suggestions for enhancement and repair.

Maintenance

• Performs work in accordance with established processes and practices.
• Complies with all internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, fire protection.
• Performs regular facility, mechanical and other equipment and systems monitoring inspections, preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure facility uptime objectives are met, uninterrupted client operation and asset integrity of assigned facility are maintained.
• Responds to routine and on-demand service requests and performs preventative and corrective maintenance on residential equipment and other systems.
• Monitors assigned facility by conducting facility walkthroughs for mechanical, electrical, and other equipment system monitoring and inspection.
• Operates facility mechanical and other systems
• Manages work order life cycle progressing the work form dispatched through to completion and records resolution data within service maintenance management database. Ensures work completed meets quality, contract response, and all other requirements
• Assists in the implementation of preventative maintenance (PM) program. Ensures that deficiencies are identified, recorded and escalated, and that related documents are maintained.

Client Relations

• Assists in enhancing tenant and customer satisfaction and maintaining positive relations through the manner in which work is performed and services delivered.

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Administration

• Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.
• Ensures the manner in which work is performed is in compliance with corporate and legislated policies, procedures, practices, and guidelines related to environmental, health and safety, fire protection, and any other applicable requirements. 
• Maintains all assigned tools and arranges for repair and replacement where required
• Submits all expenditures on a timely basis.
• Ability to research, learn and gain greater proficiency in applying on-the-job – fire, life, safety and building codes and standards.
• Create scopes of work for various residential repairs / renovations.  
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, JOB-RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma plus trades training and/or certification or licensing.
• Minimum 3 years experience in residential construction and maintenance. 
• Sound knowledge of processes and practices relating to residential maintenance
• Ability to create a quality scope or work, engage with contractors and follow up on the progress of work to completion. 
• Demonstrated ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair (as per applicable qualifications) mechanical and other building systems and equipment.
• Possesses a strong environmental, health, and safety mindset.
• Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency
• Knowledge and understanding of HVAC Systems, residential plumbing, or  water wells and septic systems.
• Effective communication skills for the purpose of data relay, exchange, feedback, and clarification
• Mentoring skills required to support lower level technician’s development
• Must be available for on-call/standby and emergency call-outs as they arise
• Must strictly adhere to Health and Safety policies including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be capable of obtaining appropriate security clearance
• Hold a valid driver's license

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation (one of the following bullet points)

• Demonstrates an interest in enrolling and completing a trades certification or license, or beginning to work towards a trades certification or license
• Must meet enhanced security clearance requirements
• Valid drivers’ license

Job Summary: As a Cleaner of the BGIS SCS Team, you will be generally responsible for cleaning in a designated zone with an emphasis on quality control, health and safety & striving to exceed client expectations. 

Key Responsibilities: Functioning as a core member of the operational team and reporting to the Manager/ Supervisor the Cleaner will:

• Clean floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming
• Sweeping of exterior perimeter of the building
• Empty waste receptacle
• Transport garbage from drop points to garbage bins or compactor 
• Cleans and stores equipment and machinery used
• Replenishes cleaning solutions
• Follow procedures for dilution of detergents
• Low and high dusting, wiping surfaces, glass cleaning and cleaning bathrooms as required
• Notify supervisors concerning the need for major repairs 
• Other duties that management may assign depending on facility needs (cleaning appliances, run dishwashers etc.)

 Job Requirements:

• Experience in performing various cleaning, housekeeping and maintenance activities in an institutionalized environment.
• Experience in using floor maintenance machines, cleaning equipment, materials and solutions.
•  Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the provisions that apply to this work including WHMIS.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, clients and the general public.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays and shifts as assigned as well as work in multiple locations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, prepare and maintain manual and electronic records.

Physical demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and talk or hear. The employee is required to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

The selected candidate must be able to obtain a reliability status issued by the federal government.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• - Update various databases;
• - Archive various files on the network;
• - Prepare prints and assemble thematic binders;
• - Make shipments via messengers;
• - Carry out all other related tasks for the department.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Training in office automation, secretarial or administrative skills or equivalent experience;
• Mastery of Microsoft Office office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
• Oral and written communication skills, ability to work in a team, discretion, and professionalism;
• Ability to manage several tasks at once, prioritize, and meet deadlines;
• French, spoken and written.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

Application Close: 31/10/2024

The Community and Social Services Department is committed to an equitable and inclusive hiring process and supports a workforce that reflects the diverse population of Ottawa. In addition to meeting the operation requirements of the position, valued assets include:  

• lived experience and identity as a member of Indigenous, Black and/or People of Colour communities and/or as a Person with Disabilities, or member of other equity groups
• experience working with diverse communities or groups historically facing the greatest systemic and structural barriers
• knowledge of social welfare systems, community demographics and the related social economic realities of diverse groups  
• demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace  
• ability to apply an equity and inclusion lens to customer service and to internal decision-making processes  
• the ability to communicate in a language other than French or English

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Various Language Requirements       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check.  
• You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement. 
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

The Contract Inspector II working for Infrastructure Maintenance in the summer and Infrastructure Operations in the winter and spring is part of a team responsible for the coordination and inspection of contracted work for, but not limited to, the following: snow and ice control and sweeping of public sidewalks, civic facility walkways, and civic facility parking lots, street sweeping, concrete sidewalk elevation, removal and replacement of brick and paving stones, crack sealing, mastic repairs, micro surfacing, and curb ramp construction. Inspection staff will monitor contractors to ensure adherence to the various specifications for each individual contract and that work goals and priorities are met through consistent and documented inspection processes. The Inspector II reports directly to the Contracts Roadway Maintenance Supervisor and supervises Inspector Is that are actively in the field with contractors completing the work. 

What will you do?

• Provide status/performance updates of contracted work to the Contracts Roadways Maintenance Supervisor
• Supervision and management of Contract Inspector I’s designated programs and deliverables
• Provide subject matter expertise/guidance to Inspector I’s to ensure work complies with established contract specification parameters and that the work falls within the scope of the project
• Prepare/review daily reports of program progress and to verify payment quantities
• Oversee and coordinate any required hired equipment and CoE manpower to assist contracted work where necessary to meet program requirements
• Conduct quality control field inspections of Inspector I’s and contractors
• Identify errors in Inspector I’s data entry and assist in making necessary corrections
• Identify/address site concerns that may impact required work and provide direction to Inspector I’s, relay these concerns to the Contracts Roadways Maintenance Supervisor
• Respond, update, and provide consistent messaging for notifications including escalations through 311 and POSSE
• Schedule and coordinate work with contractors to avoid conflicts with other projects or events

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED 
• 5 years related to roadway maintenance and operational activities
• Proficiency in City systems such as SAP, SLIM, and Google Suites is required

Assets: 

• Inspection and/or crew supervision would be considered an asset

Skills required for success:

• Advanced knowledge of city policies related to maintenance and operations including, but not limited to, OH&S, City Design and Construction Standards, Snow & Ice Control, Enviso, etc.
• Ability to collect, enter, and maintain accurate records of work completed, as well as the ability to perform routine mathematical calculations without error
• Good time management and multitasking skills to be able to manage and coordinate contractors and Inspector I’s across multiple projects at the same time
• Excellent interpersonal skills in order to address and speak to concerns related to contractor supervision, 311 complaints, and external communications
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm) 
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful candidates will be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position, such as wearing steel-toed boots, is a requirement for this position
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position

Up to 2 permanent full-time positions

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $36.375 (Hourly); $75,951.00 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: RK/SG

Classification Title: Roadway Maintenance Inspector II
Posting Date: Aug 27, 2024
Closing Date: Sept 10, 2024 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 2 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): 10517 - 95 Street Edmonton T5H 2C2

Main Purpose and Function

The City Protective Services (CPS) Fire & Life Safety Advisor provides advice and operational management pertaining to the City’s internal Fire and Life Safety Program.  This includes audits to ensure all City assets are compliant with BC Fire Code and Building Code.  This position will provide on-site tactical planning with respect to fire safety plans, life safety equipment inspection programs, fire and life safety education and training, and internal fire prevention activities. The CPS Fire & Life Safety Advisor provides fire and life safety advice and expertise to City managers, and works with facility operational staff to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, codes, standards and best practices.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Advises a designated portfolio of business portfolios as assigned and acts as a backup for other portfolios when necessary.
• Develops and oversees the implementation of fire and life safety programs/systems/approaches.
• Works with managers and supervisors to develop appropriate and coordinated fire safety plans and responses by on-site personnel.
• Advises managers and supervisors on practices, policies and duties required to be in compliance with Fire Code.
• Provides consultation to City departments/programs regarding fire and life safety issues and requirements.
• Works with Managers, supervisors and staff to develop Life Safety programs specific to leased properties, including roles and responsibilities.
• In conjunction with Real Estate and Facilities Management, Planning and Development (Capital Project) ensures that appropriate equipment and fire safety plans are in place in leased facilities and that drills are conducted and staff educated to code in these facilities.
• Works with the CPS Manager, Fire and Life Safety to develop policies and procedures to ensure City assets continue to be compliant.
• Develops and maintains fire and life safety response protocols for on-site personnel.
• Maintains records of all required fire and life safety activities. 
• Develops and updates, as required, site specific fire safety plans for each directly managed facility.
• Supports managers in the implementation of their departmental specific fire safety plan.
• Interprets and maintains compliance standards in accordance with the BC Fire Code and BC building code and related regulations. 
• Advises the monitoring stations of changes in the status of the building life safety systems impairments.
• Coordinates Fire Watch activities during irregular operations related to building, life safety system outages and impairments.
• Documents and ensures annual testing of fire alarm and building suppression systems through a trade qualified professional.
• Coordinates training of the facility supervisory staff and other occupants in their responsibilities for fire safety and carrying out the fire emergency procedures described in the fire safety plan.
• Identifies the need for, and leads or updates, risk assessments.
• Analyzes and produces statistics and metrics related to  CPS fire and life safety.
• Ensures fire drills are conducted in all directly managed facilities as per British Columbia Fire Code regulations. 
• Ensures that designated staff complete weekly fire safety hazard checks and take immediate action to remedy.
• Ensures that all portable fire extinguishers and hoses are inspected and maintained as required by regulations. 
• Monitors designated personnel to ensure that they can function as a facility operational responder in fire alarm response. 
• Supervise and coordinate subordinate staff and or work performed by a contracted service including making recommendations regarding the use of contracted services.
• Acts as a liaison with Vancouver Fire Rescue Services. 
• Establishes and fosters a “fire safety culture” within The City. 

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Post-secondary education in a related field (minimum 2-year diploma) or equivalent education and experience
• Industry recognized professional certification in risk management, emergency management and/or fire and prevention is preferred 
• Fire and life safety experience preferably in a corporate environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable regulatory knowledge and demonstrated practical application of fire safety policies and programs.
• Ability to develop and foster relationships and collaborate with client groups and colleagues
• A broad based knowledge of principles and techniques related to fire safety planning
• Ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information with a high degree of discretion and impartially 
• Ability to converse with, writes reports for, and create/deliver presentations in ways that support problem solving and planning
• Strong management and facilitation skills.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion and work effectively within a team environment
• Ability to prepare and deliver training material
• Ability to supervise and coordinate subordinate staff and/or contracted work
• Skilled in conflict resolution and the ability to identify potential pitfalls and problems areas
• Good computer skills and working knowledge of computer information access and protection

Drivers License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid BC Driver’s License
• A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Business Unit/Department: Chief Safety Officer (1090) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: October 2024 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-025: $43.78 to $51.70 per hour

Application Close: September 6, 2024

Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services (VFRS) is committed to being the international leader in fire, rescue, community risk reduction, and staff safety and wellness. Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working to be the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada’s Top Employers, and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our team and being part of a dynamic, exciting, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

VFRS employs over 850 people, has 20 fire halls, a training site, and two fire prevention offices. In addition to fire suppression, VFRS provides pre-hospital care, vehicle rescue, marine response, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and many other emergency services in Vancouver. We work to create safe communities through public education for all ages, fire prevention and inspection services, and by working closely with partner agencies and community groups.

Application Close: Open until vacancies filled

We are committed to service excellence and recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

To be considered for this exciting and impactful career opportunity with a generous benefits package, please apply through our careers site. We thank all applicants for their interest. 

Closing Date: 09/11/2024

Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 86,858.00 - $ 115,812.00 
Hours of Work: 35 
Work Location: Civic Centre 
Department/Division/Section: CPS/Corporate Services Dept , CPS/IT Division , Infrastructure Services 
Non-Union/Union: Non Union 

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