North York Seniors Centre provides programs and services to promote the physical, emotional and social well-being of adults 55+ living in our diverse community.
Through the support and promotion of North York Seniors Centre’s Mission and Vision Statements, the position will oversee the Senior Care Division. This position is a member of NYSC’s Senior Management Team.
The successful candidate will:
• Mentor direct reports to perform duties to meet performance targets and goals
• Focus on program development and flexibility to meet changing client needs and environmental pressures
• Ensure performance targets are met and submit accurate data and statistics for internal/funder reports and submissions
• Ensure compliance to contracts with external partner organizations
• Develop and adhere to annual budget for Senior Care division
• Develop and implement policies, practices and procedures to ensure person centred services
• Implement NYSC’s CQI processes which adhere to CARF accreditation standards
• Represent NYSC on external committees and partnership ventures
• Support the work of NYSC internal committees
• Adhere to all health and safety programs to support a positive work environment for Team members, volunteers and clients
The successful candidate will possess:
• University degree or college diploma in social work or Registered Practical Nurse designation
• Minimum five years related experience in Team supervision and direct service delivery
• Education in quality improvement concepts, an asset
• Extensive knowledge of seniors issues, healthcare environment and delivery of programs and services in a community setting
Key Skills and abilities:
• Applied computer skills in MS Office, Gold Care database, and CareDove
• Experienced with interRAI-CHA/HC assessment tools, IAR and HPG
• Possess a current first aid/CPR certification
• Proficient in written and verbal English, a second language is an asset
Other requirements:
• Must have a valid driver’s license with use of a reliable vehicle
• Proof of a current vulnerable sector screening check