Clinical Services Lead (Stony Plain)

Location: Good Samaritan Stony Plain Care Centre Avenue, Stony Plain, AB (Approximately 45km west of Edmonton) Employment Type: Permanent Full-time 1 FTE Hours of Work: Wages: $81,267.59-$112,892.95 Start Date: Until a successful candidate is found. Employee Group: Out of Scope As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose. Reporting to the Manager, Site and Clinical Services the Clinical Services Lead (CSL) – Assisted/Supportive Living (AL/SL) provides leadership and direction for specific services including supportive living, assisted living, dementia care, and/or adult day programs. The CSL works with residents/clients/families and provides oversight and direct support to ensure safe and effective resident/client care is delivered maximizing the optimal utilization of available resources. The CSL – AL/SL assumes a leadership role empowering their team to build and maintain a safety culture that pursues leading practices, promotes quality improvement and learning in their unit/department. Additionally, the CSL – AL/SL is a key representative of Good Samaritan promoting a positive image of the organization team-oriented relationships with internal and external stakeholders of the organization. Educational and Other Qualifications - Undergraduate degree in nursing required (i.e. BScN) - Gerontology or healthcare administrator certificate preferred - Current CPR certification - Valid registration with the respective provincial licensing body Work Experience - Minimum of three (3) years proven leadership experience in a health care workplace - Minimum of five (5) years health related experience, primarily in seniors’ care, including dementia/geriatrics - Experience leading people within a unionized environment - Experience in understanding health care budgets Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: - Accreditation process - Human Resources and Labour Relations management - Seniors’ care industry including applicable contractual and legislative requirements - Comprehensive understanding of MDS/RAI coding and auditing - Demonstrates critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills to resolve issues independently and/or make recommendations that are supported by evidence consistent with legislation/policies, and that meets the standard of care - Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite, webinar, internet technology and charting platforms - Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner - Adept at written and oral communication with internal and external stakeholders - Exhibits an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally and support resident/client and family needs - Maintains an individual’s dignity and self-worth during conversations - Excellent active listening skills - Demonstrates flexibility by changing routine to accommodate employee, resident/client needs - Able to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility in a constant high energy environment while responding to complex priorities - Ability to independently manage the care home/program in the absence of the Manager, Site and Clinical Services - Ability to travel as required - Ability to occasionally work after regular hours in order to attend functions, meetings and to address urgent issues impacting the care home/program - Capable of balancing office tasks with people responsibilities equally - Ability to be on-call outside of regular business hours as required, willingness to participate in committees and projects Requirements - A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date. - A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date. Diversity‑Equity‑Inclusion‑Reconciliation Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. #J-18808-Ljbffr Required Skill Profession Management & Operations Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pdh5a