Clinical Manager, Terraces

Job Summary

Reporting to the Clinical Care and Residential Programs Director, the Clinical Manager provides leadership to an inter-professional team for day-to-day operations for all clinical areas at Baycrest Terraces. The clinical manager will be responsible for managing assigned human resources for the provision of safe resident care and will be accountable to ensure compliance with RHRA regulatory guidelines and CNO Nursing standards of practice. The Clinical Manager at Baycrest Terraces is expected to assess, plan, make decisions and communicate for the purpose of resolving clinical team issues and provide support consultation to internal/external stakeholders on all aspects of clinical services to residents. Operating independently, the role adheres to relevant legislation, collective agreements, and Baycrest Terraces’ care philosophy to ensure service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Accountable to ensure resident and family care needs are supported via the inter-professional team in the development of solutions/service delivery that provides exceptional patient/family care
Coaches, mentors, supports and facilities the creation and maintenance of an environment that fosters creativity, professional judgment and supports ethical practice
Maintains responsibility for the day-to-day staffing needs of all clinical staff to ensure effective 24/7 coverage
Participates in ongoing planning, development and improvements of the Clinical Program
Complies with the legislative, regulatory and internal responsibilities as set forth in the Occupational Health & Safety Act, including health & safety, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), workplace violence, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Performs job responsibilities in a manner that supports Baycrest’s safety culture
Participates in skills and knowledge development initiatives

Qualifications

Current membership in good standing with a Regulated Health Discipline Professional College in Ontario
BScN Degree is required
Master’s Degree in a Health Discipline is an asset
5-7 years related health care experience
Minimum 3 years experience in a supervisory capacity, including labour and employee relations experience, preferred
Experience in program planning, development, implementation and evaluation is required
Computer literacy including proficiency in the Microsoft suite of software, Meditech, Point Click Care, Staffing/Scheduling Software, Budgeting Software
Effective assessment, leadership and written/verbal communication skills
Clinical expertise in assessing, planning and performing care for Geriatric and dementia residents
Demonstrated ability to manage and facilitate change, while utilizing strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Expertise in delegating tasks effectively, fostering team collaboration, and providing counseling and support to team members