Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits, a generous vacation plan and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.
Job Duties:
This role involves developing, implementing, and evaluating education programs and initiatives to ensure that staff members are adequately trained and informed about best practices, regulations, policies, and procedures related to Department Seniors and LTC Care, Community Services with the Disability Support and support Retirement and Assisted Living.
- Curriculum Development: Develop and maintain tailored educational curriculum and training materials covering patient care, safety protocols, compliance, etc.
- Training Programs: Coordinate and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars to enhance staff skills, knowledge, and competencies in-house and virtually. Complete monthly orientation sessions for new hires. Ensure orientation training and onboarding are consistent in all facilities.
- Compliance and Regulations: Ensure educational programs comply with healthcare regulations and industry standards that follow keeping staff informed of legal requirements.
- Technology Integration and Management LTC, Retirement, and Group Homes.
- PointClickCare and Surge Learning: Responsible for maintaining and utilizing PointClickCare and Surge Learning platforms to efficiently deliver and manage educational content for staff. Auditing of Surge Learning and PCC for all facilities, to ensure documentation and education is completed following policies and procedures.
- Utilize E-Learning Solutions: Leverage technology platforms and e-learning solutions to ensure easy access to training materials, track progress, and evaluate staff performance. Keeps documents, videos and training materials up to date.
- Staff Schedule Care: Monitor Retirement Assisted Living and Group Homes to ensure collective agreements are followed.
- Evaluation and Assessment: Assess the effectiveness of training programs, gather participant feedback, and use data to continuously improve educational initiatives.
- Program Development-·Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to design, develop, and implement innovative programs addressing residents' physical, emotional, and social needs Evaluate the effectiveness of new programs and services, making necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.
Quality Assurance and Monthly Statistics:
- Monthly Statistical Reporting: Develop and maintain a system for capturing, compiling, and reporting monthly statistics on completed education, including the number of participants, courses completed, and compliance rates.
- Quality Assessment: Implement quality assurance measures to assess the effectiveness and relevance of educational programs, ensuring they meet organizational goals and contribute to enhanced patient care and employee performance
(CCA) Programs and Placements in LTC:
- Program Development: Design and oversee Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) programs, ensuring they align with industry standards and best practices.
- Placement Coordination: Coordinate CCA placements within LTC facilities, liaising with educational institutions and LTC centers to facilitate smooth transitions and onboarding for CCA students.
- Relationship Building: Liaison with stakeholders to support CCA Student.
- Recordkeeping and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of training attendance, certifications, monthly education statistics, CCA program details, and other documentation to ensure compliance and facilitate reporting.
- Professional Development: Encourage and support staff in pursuing continuous education, certifications, and relevant career development opportunities.
Budget Management and Funding:
- Funding Applications: Identify and apply for grants, scholarships, and funding opportunities aligned with educational goals, providing comprehensive plans for fund utilization.
- Budget Alignment: Ensure educational initiatives, including CCA programs, align with the approved budget, effectively utilizing allocated funds to achieve program objectives.
- Financial Tracking and Reporting: Develop robust systems to track fund allocation and utilization, maintain financial records, and prepare accurate reports for compliance and transparency.
- Strategic Fund Allocation: Strategically allocate funds to educational programs, prioritizing areas that require immediate attention and align with organizational objectives.
- Staff Engagement and Motivation: Foster a culture of continuous learning, encouraging staff participation in educational opportunities and recognizing their achievements.
- Investigations: Assists with investigations, including documentation, interviewing and follow-up post-investigation to ensure requirements are met.
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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Experience:
- programming and planning for seniors: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- CPR Certification (preferred)
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
