Position Overview

Reporting to the respective Director Health Services, the Manager Health Services - Long Term Care Administration is responsible for providing leadership in the delivery of quality resident care within their Personal Care Home.

The Manager Health Services - Long Term Care Administration has responsibility for the implementation and evaluation of regional policies/procedures and guidelines to meet standards, allocation and monitoring of budgeted resources, human resource management, quality improvement, mitigation of risk, supporting education, research and applying lean methodology in achieving highly efficient and effective processes.

The incumbent will exercise the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the relevant clinical area within the last 5 years.
• Minimum of 2 years in health care management preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.
• Current BCLS certification.
• A suitable combination of post-secondary education and health care management experience relative to the position may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba/College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba.

Qualifications and Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of theory, practice and research in relation to geriatrics care.
• Knowledge of an integrated health care system and standards of care.
• Knowledge of quality improvement, risk management, patient safety initiatives and lean methodology.
• Demonstrated Leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, promote innovation and initiate actions toward the achievement of goals.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate the multiple components of an integrated system.
• Demonstrated effective collaboration, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and be sensitive to the needs of a diverse population and adjusts interactions appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability, flexibility and willingness to change behaviour and opinion in accordance with best practices, and across different environments and cultures.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve in complex situations and effectively manage rapidly changing situations.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop skills and knowledge in self, colleagues, and clients, based on learning and communicating best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and adhere to the organization’s values and standards of ethical behaviour.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency in both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Demonstrated computer literacy in software programs.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• Adheres to the organizations policies and procedures.
• May work occasionally evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• Will travel as the position duties may require.