Wellness Manager - Full Time

Wellness Manager

Status : Full Time

Location: On site at 298 Forest Avenue North, Orillia, ON at Leacock Retirement Lodge

Existing Vacancy

Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 55 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.

Leacock Retirement Lodge, a premier licensed retirement community situated in the picturesque city of Orillia, Ontario, offers an exceptional living experience for its residents. With 110 meticulously designed and well-appointed suites, the lodge provides a comfortable and secure environment for seniors seeking an active and fulfilling lifestyle.Orillia is approximately 30 km north-east of Barrie and is known for outdoor recreation, history, culture and lakeside living.Commonly known as the Sunshine City, Orillia boasts extensive waterfront trails and parks, a thriving arts and culture scene and a charming historic downtown teeming with excellent shopping and dining choices.

Join our team as the Wellness Manager !

Under the direction of the General Manager, the Wellness Manager is responsible and accountable to oversee the services and general well being of all of the residents in the Lodge.

Key duties include a focus on compliance with ORCA and RHA, cross-departmental collaboration, and fostering community involvement. Responsibilities also include managing documentation, budgets, risk management, occupational health and safety (including the Ontario Act), C.Q.I., inspections, and overseeing staff.

We are looking for the following qualifications and traits:

• Minimum of one-year relevant leadership experience preferred

• RPN with the College of Nurses (must be a member in good standing)

• Demonstrated ability to assess the health status of residents and effectively use the nursing process of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating to provide high quality nursing care to residents

• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking and clinical judgment

• Ability to provide positive role modeling and leadership to staff

• Provide required in-service training and orientation to new employees

• Experience in progressively responsible roles with demonstrated interpersonal skills· Ability to respond to emergency situations Knowledge of RHRA legislation an asset.

• Ability to manage the department's finance; including inventory management and purchasing, considered an asset.

• Experience in managing/ supervising employees, scheduling and disciplinary principles.

• Ability to build internal and external relationships with residents, family and interdisciplinary teams.

• GPA training and gerontology experience is an asset.

• Must be computer literate.

• Must have a Valid driver's license

Our offer to you may include:

• Competitive Health, Welfare and Dental Benefits

• Pension program where we match contributions and invest in your future

• Referral bonus

• Individualized assistance with tuition and further education

• Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career

• Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events

• Exclusive discounts on products,services and travel

• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs.

Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of vaccination against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, two positive references and, prior to starting at the location, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening.

Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.

All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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