JOB POSTING #031-24
POSTING DATE: March 5, 2024
JOB TITLE: Physiotherapist – Temporary, Full Time
INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: In-Home (SUD IH PT-011)
BARGAINING AGENT: OPSEU
LOCATION: Sudbury
LANGUAGE(S): English
EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately to April 30, 2025
Home and Community Care Support Services North East offers a wide-range of quality health-care services and resources to support people of all ages at home, school or in community. In addition to planning, delivering and coordinating care for thousands of people each day in Northeastern Ontario, we also manage eligibility and admissions to long-term care homes, short stay respite, assisted living, and adult day programs. We need caring, motivated people who are driven to help others and make difference in their community, to join our multi-disciplinary team.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Physiotherapist is responsible for the provision of physiotherapy services to Home and Community Care patients in order to reduce, eliminate, or prevent physical disabilities/impairments and improve the patient’s functional independence and safety in their respective environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Physiotherapist in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario;
- In-depth knowledge of physiotherapy services and other community resources;
- Good understanding of the roles of health care professionals;
- Relevant physiotherapy experience in a community/health care environment;
- Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of physiotherapy tools, processes, equipment, and assistive technology;
- Knowledge of funding agencies related to the physiotherapy recommendations;
- Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. regarding the provision of health care services, privacy, health and safety, etc.);
- Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and professional guidelines set forth by CPO;
- Ability to prioritize professional duties, manage multiple patients, and efficiently organize workload;
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with diverse patient groups, case managers, family members/caregivers/Substitute Decision Makers, health care professionals, community organizations and service providers;
- Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills;
- Ability to communicate information effectively through a variety of means including reports, letters, meetings, and presentations;
- Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel);
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle;
- Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential.
Physiotherapists may qualify for a Rehabilitation Professionals Incentive Grant of $5,000 per year for three years which is paid by the Underserviced Area Program of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
Home and Community Care Support Services North East is an equal opportunity employer. Personal information submitted will be used only for the purpose of determining suitability for this vacancy. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume byvisiting and applying through the organization website at:
North East Careers | Home and Community Care Support Services (healthcareathome.ca)
Please refer to posting number 031-24 when applying.
Home and Community Care Support Services has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy across the province that requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants being considered for employment will be required to provide proof of vaccination documentation confidentially to Human Resources upon hire. Any medical or human rights exemption requests will be reviewed and validated prior to an offer of employment.
Are you highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work accurately in a busy environment with frequent interruptions? Are you seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in an organization that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Team Assistant, you will provide support for the assigned team in their daily activities to ensure that patients receive prompt, effective customer service.
By applying your health care administrative support experience – you will have the opportunity to play a key role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
- Provide administrative support services to Care Coordinators
- Process new referrals, and orders for services, supplies and equipment
- Process and assist in managing confidential patient records
- Enter, update and maintain a high volume of patient data in the electronic database
- Answer a high volume of telephone inquiries from patients, families and service providers, and refer callers as appropriate
- Provide back-up support to other positions, as required
What must you have?
- A Grade 12 diploma (minimum)
- 2+ years’ related office experience
- Accurate keyboarding/data-entry skills
- Proficient with database software, MS Word and Excel, and other applications in a Windows environment
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Advanced multi-tasking skills, with the ability to meet performance and service goals
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team and interact tactfully and sensitively with patients from wide-ranging cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including strong listening skills
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
What would give you the edge?
- A college diploma in the health or social services field, or business/office administration
- Familiarity with medical terminology, and office administrative procedures/concepts
- Knowledge of services provided by Home and Community Care Support Services
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who we are
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Are you an experienced registered nurse (BScN), physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker, or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
We are currently recruiting for a temporary full-time (1 year contract) Care Coordinator on our Trillium Health Partners – Mississauga Hospital and Queensway Healthcare Centre team. The position may be required to work at either hospital site. Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm or Monday or Friday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm with a requirement to work one Saturday shift and one Sunday shift every 6 weeks. Candidates must be available to start on April 15th to attend a full-time 5 to 6-week orientation session scheduled Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
What will you do?
- In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans
- Link patients with service providers
- Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery
- Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families
- Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected
What must you have?
- Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
- 2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field
- Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
- Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Proficient in a Windows environment
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.
What would give you the edge?
- Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics
- Case management experience or recent related community experience
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who we are
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Are you an experienced registered nurse (BScN), physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker, or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
We are currently recruiting for a permanent part-time (0.6 full-time equivalent) Care Coordinator on our Trillium Health Partners – Mississauga Hospital and Queensway Healthcare Centre team. The position may be required to work at either hospital site. Hours of work will be every Thursday and Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm and every other Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Candidates must be available to start on April 15th to attend a full-time 5 to 6-week orientation session scheduled Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
What will you do?
- In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans
- Link patients with service providers
- Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery
- Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families
- Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected
What must you have?
- Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
- 2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field
- Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
- Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Proficient in a Windows environment
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.
What would give you the edge?
- Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics
- Case management experience or recent related community experience
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who we are
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME
Do you have Project Management experience and enjoy the challenge of coordinating the administrative aspects of Project Management to help drive initiatives forward? Do you have strong relationship building skills and thrive in a collaborative work environment? Are you passionate about exceptional health care and driven by a desire to help others?
If so, take a look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals. We are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move to a more connected health care system through the Ontario Health Teams model of care.
Home and Community Care Support Services Mississauga Halton is looking for a permanent full-time Project Specialist, reporting to the Manager, Strategy Management Office. The Project Specialist is responsible for collaborating across the organization with regard to the planning and implementation of corporate projects including the creation, maintenance and monitoring of projects plans and schedules, assist in the management and monitoring status reports and project budgets and is responsible for leading project risk management, communication and facilitating project meetings. Accountabilities include tracking and status reporting related to projects in support of the Strategy and Project Management Office (SPMO). The role also leads simple to moderately complex projects of small to medium scope, at provincial, regional or local levels.
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
- Hybrid work environment with the flexibility to be located at any of the 14 HCCSS office locations across the province
What will you do?
- Collaborate with all areas of the organization in the planning and implementation of projects
- Ensure that all projects follow SPMO processes from Project Initiation to Project Close providing support and coaching to Project Leads and Project Teams
- Exercise indirect influence to support and motivate project team members in the completion of work deliverables within schedule parameters
- Build positive working relationships with project stakeholders that result in consistent positive customer satisfaction
- Perform project scope definition and management
- Lead and conduct requirements gathering and analysis utilizing various techniques to engage stakeholders and key subject matter experts
- In collaboration with the Project Lead and Manager, SMO, identify and track project tasks and status and project performance metrics
- Lead project monitoring and control
- Perform project schedule definition and management
- Record and maintain lessons learned providing recommendations to support and implement changes for continuous improvement
- Create and maintain project plans, schedules, status reports and budgets independently and in collaboration with other team members as required
- Lead project risk management
- Identify, and record project risks and develop recommendations for risk mitigation in collaboration with project stakeholders
- Maintain project risk, issue and change control logs ensuring that actions and decisions are recorded and addressed, following SPMO processes
- Analyze project change requests for their impact on the project and raising concerns as appropriate
- Work with functional managers and project leads to identify project resource requirements and work effort estimates, revising and forecasting estimates in collaboration with Projects Leads as required, in order to support project prioritization and resource planning
- Support project communication management, ensuring succinct and timely communication with all stakeholders
- Develop and execute against an approved Project Management Plan
- Perform document management, including document revision and versioning, and archiving of project and SPMO materials
- Facilitate project meetings and produce/distribute meeting documents as required
- Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of project progress, including analyzing and consolidating project data and preparing reports
- Actively contribute to the development of project management capacity across the organization by developing and/or providing education, coaching, and support to clinical, technical and administrative staff as appropriate
- Work closely with the team’s Manager, Director and/or other department and project leads in the implementation of Business Plan initiatives
- Contribute toward improving project management methods and practices, including the development of tools and processes.
What do you need?
- Undergraduate Baccalaureate degree in Health Care, Business or other relevant field; Master’s Degree is an asset.
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Professional (PMP) designation or relevant PMI certification is an asset
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience
- Clear, concise, and accurate communication skills in English, both verbal and written
- Demonstrated experience in the area of project management and familiarity with various project management tools, techniques, and methodologies
- Knowledge of and experience in the area of portfolio management and strategic planning considered an asset
- Knowledge of and experience with SharePoint platform or other similar system an asset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience in Visio, MS Project and, MS Teams an asset
- Experience in business process improvement
- Business insight and modelling to understand functional requirements and processes
- Influencing, negotiation and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and set priorities
- Ability to perform multiple tasks among various projects while maintaining deadlines in accordance with organization standards
- Proficiency in French is an asset
- Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy; as a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
Who are we?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
Why join us?
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Are you an experienced registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker, dietician, or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
- In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans
- Link patients with service providers
- Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery
- Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families
- Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected
What must you have?
- Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- College of Dietitians of Ontario
- 2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field
- Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
- Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Proficiency in a Windows environment
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
What would give you the edge?
- Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics
- Case management experience or recent related community experience
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who are we?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Are you an experienced registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker, dietician, or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
- In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans
- Link patients with service providers
- Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery
- Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families
- Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected
What must you have?
- Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- College of Dietitians of Ontario
- 2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field
- Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
- Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Proficiency in a Windows environment
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
What would give you the edge?
- Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics
- Case management experience or recent related community experience
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who are we?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Are you an experienced registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker, dietician, or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
- In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans
- Link patients with service providers
- Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery
- Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families
- Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected
What must you have?
- Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- College of Dietitians of Ontario
- 2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field
- Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
- Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Proficiency in a Windows environment
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
What would give you the edge?
- Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics
- Case management experience or recent related community experience
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who are we?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
JOB POSTING #037-24
POSTING DATE: March 14, 2024
JOB TITLE: Physiotherapist – Temporary, Full Time
INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: In-Home (SUD IH PT-005)
BARGAINING AGENT: OPSEU
LOCATION: Sudbury
LANGUAGE(S): English
EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately to July 4,2025
Home and Community Care Support Services North East offers a wide-range of quality health-care services and resources to support people of all ages at home, school or in community. In addition to planning, delivering and coordinating care for thousands of people each day in Northeastern Ontario, we also manage eligibility and admissions to long-term care homes, short stay respite, assisted living, and adult day programs. We need caring, motivated people who are driven to help others and make difference in their community, to join our multi-disciplinary team.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Physiotherapist is responsible for the provision of physiotherapy services to Home and Community Care patients in order to reduce, eliminate, or prevent physical disabilities/impairments and improve the patient’s functional independence and safety in their respective environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Physiotherapist in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario;
- In-depth knowledge of physiotherapy services and other community resources;
- Good understanding of the roles of health care professionals;
- Relevant physiotherapy experience in a community/health care environment;
- Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of physiotherapy tools, processes, equipment, and assistive technology;
- Knowledge of funding agencies related to the physiotherapy recommendations;
- Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. regarding the provision of health care services, privacy, health and safety, etc.);
- Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and professional guidelines set forth by CPO;
- Ability to prioritize professional duties, manage multiple patients, and efficiently organize workload;
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with diverse patient groups, case managers, family members/caregivers/Substitute Decision Makers, health care professionals, community organizations and service providers;
- Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills;
- Ability to communicate information effectively through a variety of means including reports, letters, meetings, and presentations;
- Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel);
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle;
- Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential.
Physiotherapists may qualify for a Rehabilitation Professionals Incentive Grant of $5,000 per year for three years which is paid by the Underserviced Area Program of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
Home and Community Care Support Services North East is an equal opportunity employer. Personal information submitted will be used only for the purpose of determining suitability for this vacancy. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by visiting and applying through the organization website at:
North East Careers | Home and Community Care Support Services (healthcareathome.ca)
Please refer to posting number 037-24 when applying.
Home and Community Care Support Services has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy across the province that requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants being considered for employment will be required to provide proof of vaccination documentation confidentially to Human Resources upon hire. Any medical or human rights exemption requests will be reviewed and validated prior to an offer of employment.
JOB POSTING #038-24
POSTING DATE: March 14, 2024
JOB TITLE: Occupational Therapist – Full-Time
INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: In-Home (PS IH OT-001)
BARGAINING AGENT: OPSEU
LOCATION: Parry Sound
LANGUAGE(S): English
EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately
Home and Community Care Support Services North East offers a wide-range of quality health-care services and resources to support people of all ages at home, school or in community. In addition to planning, delivering and coordinating care for thousands of people each day in Northeastern Ontario, we also manage eligibility and admissions to long-term care homes, short stay respite, assisted living, and adult day programs. We need caring, motivated people who are driven to help others and make difference in their community, to join our multi-disciplinary team.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the provision of occupational therapy services to Home and Community Care Support Services North East patients in order to maximize the patient’s function, independence, and safety in their respective environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario;
- In-depth knowledge of occupational therapy services and other community resources;
- Good understanding of the roles of health care professionals;
- Relevant occupational therapy experience in a community/health care environment;
- Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of occupational therapy tools, processes, equipment, and assistive technology;
- Knowledge of funding agencies related to the occupational therapy recommendations;
- Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. regarding the provision of health care services, privacy, health and safety, etc.);
- Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and professional guidelines set forth by COTO;
- Ability to prioritize professional duties, manage multiple patients, and efficiently organize workload;
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with diverse patient groups, case managers, family members/caregivers/Substitute Decision Makers, health care professionals, community organizations and service providers;
- Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills;
- Ability to communicate information effectively through a variety of means including reports, letters, meetings, and presentations;
- Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel);
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle;
- Advanced oral and written proficiency in English and French is essential.
Occupational Therapists may qualify for a Rehabilitation Professionals Incentive Grant of $5,000 per year for three years which is paid by the Underserviced Area Program of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
Home and Community Care Support Services North East is an equal opportunity employer. Personal information submitted will be used only for the purpose of determining suitability for this vacancy. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by visiting and applying through the organization website at:
North East Careers | Home and Community Care Support Services (healthcareathome.ca)
Please refer to posting number 038-24 when applying.
Home and Community Care Support Services has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy across the province that requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants being considered for employment will be required to provide proof of vaccination documentation confidentially to Human Resources upon hire. Any medical or human rights exemption requests will be reviewed and validated prior to an offer of employment.
JOB POSTING #039-24
POSTING DATE: March 14, 2024
JOB TITLE: Social Worker – Temporary, Full-Time
INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: In-Home (TI IH SW-002)
BARGAINING AGENT: OPSEU
LOCATION: Kapuskasing, Hearst, or Timmins
LANGUAGE(S): English and French
EFFECTIVE DATE: July 2, 2024 to July 18, 2025
Home and Community Care Support Services North East offers a wide-range of quality health-care services and resources to support people of all ages at home, school or in community. In addition to planning, delivering and coordinating care for thousands of people each day in Northeastern Ontario, we also manage eligibility and admissions to long-term care homes, short stay respite, assisted living, and adult day programs. We need caring, motivated people who are driven to help others and make difference in their community, to join our multi-disciplinary team.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Social Worker is responsible for the provision of social work services to Home and Community Care Support Services North East patients, in order to achieve optimum psycho-social functioning, prevent unnecessary deterioration, and promote patient independence.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW);
- Relevant social work experience in a community/health care environment;
- Comprehensive knowledge of social work interventions, practice methods, and professional skills;
- Knowledge of other community resources, funding agencies, treatment centers, social service networks, and organizations;
- Good understanding of the roles of other health care professionals;
- Up-to-date knowledge of social work theories, practices, and procedures;
- Ability to prioritize professional duties and manage caseload in a time efficient manner;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills;
- Strong mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to respond or assist in emergency situations;
- Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook);
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle, as regular travel within the Cochrane District will be required. Travel to other areas withing the North East geography may also be required from time to time, as the business needs require;
- Advanced oral and written proficiency in English and French is essential.
Home and Community Care Support Services North East is an equal opportunity employer. Personal information submitted will be used only for the purpose of determining suitability for this vacancy. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by visiting and applying through the organization website at:
North East Careers | Home and Community Care Support Services (healthcareathome.ca)
Please refer to posting number 039-24 when applying.
Home and Community Care Support Services has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy across the province that requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants being considered for employment will be required to provide proof of vaccination documentation confidentially to Human Resources upon hire. Any medical or human rights exemption requests will be reviewed and validated prior to an offer of employment.
JOB POSTING #040-24
POSTING DATE: March 14, 2024
JOB TITLE: Dietitian – Temporary, Full-Time
INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: In-Home (SM IH Dietitian-002)
BARGAINING AGENT: OPSEU
LOCATION: Sault Ste. Marie or Elliot Lake
LANGUAGE(S): English
EFFECTIVE DATE: July 2, 2024 to July 18, 2025
Home and Community Care Support Services North East offers a wide-range of quality health-care services and resources to support people of all ages at home, school or in community. In addition to planning, delivering and coordinating care for thousands of people each day in Northeastern Ontario, we also manage eligibility and admissions to long-term care homes, short stay respite, assisted living, and adult day programs. We need caring, motivated people who are driven to help others and make difference in their community, to join our multi-disciplinary team.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Dietitian is responsible for the provision of dietetic and nutritional services to Home and Community Care patients in order to optimize nutritional intake, promote overall health and well-being, and individualize food plans to meet specific nutritional, dietary, and/or functional needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Dietitian in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario(CDO);
- Relevant experience providing nutritional and dietetic services in a community/health care environment;
- Comprehensive knowledge of dietetic services, practice methods, professional skills, nutritional principles and dietary strategies;
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to manage service delivery in conjunction with case managers, patients, their family members/caregivers, and other health care professionals;
- Good understanding of the roles of other health care professionals and complementary therapies;
- Knowledge of funding agencies available to assist patients in accessing needed support services and community resources and other community resources, treatment centres, and organizations;
- Practical knowledge and understanding of pertinent legislation;
- Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and professional guidelines set forth by CDO;
- Ability to prioritize professional duties and manage caseload in a time efficient manner;
- Ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports, forms, and recommendations;
- Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills;
- Ability to communicate information effectively through a variety of means including meetings, reports, letters, and presentations;
- Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel);
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle;
- Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential.
Less qualified candidates may be considered. However, candidates who meet all requirements will be given priority for an interview.
Home and Community Care support Services North East is an equal opportunity employer. Personal information submitted will be used only for the purpose of determining suitability for this vacancy. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by visiting and applying through the organization website at:
North East Careers | Home and Community Care Support Services (healthcareathome.ca)
Please refer to posting number 040-24 when applying.
Home and Community Care Support Services has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy across the province that requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants being considered for employment will be required to provide proof of vaccination documentation confidentially to Human Resources upon hire. Any medical or human rights exemption requests will be reviewed and validated prior to an offer of employment.
Are you passionate about learning & development and seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in an organization that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
The Organizational Development Business Partner provides consultation in change management, organization effectiveness, performance issues, and works in partnership with administration and client groups to orchestrate cultural development and organization change initiatives that address corporate goals and strategies. Through learning and program development, project management, and research, the incumbent provides advice and support aimed at building organizational cohesion, health and flexibility.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
Reporting to the Manager, Organizational Development, s/he/they will have responsibilities for the overall integration, design, delivery and monitoring of learning and organizational development programs and services for a portfolio of divisional clients.
Major responsibilities include:
- Support the design, development, and implementation of an organization wide, competency-based learning strategy focused on mobile, real-time learning solutions to further the development of Home and Community Care Support Services Toronto Central leaders and staff.
- Develop and implement learning standards to ensure uniform and consistent communication, training and delivery methods across all learning programs.
- Design, develop and deliver training courses, curriculum, content, job aids, and interventions for organization-wide learning projects and initiatives.
- Facilitate front-line, management and leadership development sessions, programs, techniques, tactics, and tools that enhance individual, leadership and team performance.
- Develop and use quantitative and qualitative methods, and metrics to assess the effectiveness of learning programs and recommend appropriate tactical changes to improve results.
- Collaborate with Learning and Development Business partners to administer and provide expertise on the Learning Management System (LMS).
Change Leadership
- Adopt a structured change management implementation strategy so that there is consistency in facilitating change for every employee, every project team and every department.
- Identify the most expected and potential points of resistance to change. Develop counter strategies to reduce the resistance and address the doubts and uncertainty surrounding the change to foster a positive acceptance of change.
- Establish parameters to measure early adoption, effective utilization and proficiency to new change initiatives for individual employees as well as groups or departments.
- Identify deviations in performance from the change standards and implement strategies for corrective action to achieve full organizational adoption to change.
- Perform the role of a coach or mentor for managers and staff to assist them in fulfilling their role as change sponsors within their respective departments and teams.
- Engage with key project teams to help integrate projects with crucial change management initiatives undertaken by the organization.
- Create specific change management plans with respect to training and orientation of employees.
- Continue to maintain a close engagement with HR, business intelligence, and communication departments to ensure a smooth transition to change and organization-wide successful implementation of change initiatives.
Performance Measurement & Evaluation
- Serve as an internal knowledge resource for instructional design, facilitation, leadership and management development, learning effectiveness, and other organizational development methodologies and tools.
- Conduct quantitative research, statistical analysis and environmental scans to support and maintain employee engagement, performance and talent management efforts.
- Design and develop a scorecard to track organizational culture change trends.
- Provide leadership in the research, development and implementation of policy projects including program quality analysis, governance and accountability mechanisms.
- Work with counterparts in the health sector and with stakeholders on a broad range of policy issues.
Project Management
- Lead and facilitate organizational projects related to a variety of focus areas including new employee onboarding, high potential staff development, employee engagement, career development, and leadership development.
- Develop detailed project plans that follow established practices, timelines and budgets for the execution and delivery of organizational learning, development and engagement initiatives.
- Build collaborative relationships and partnerships with all levels of the organization in the identification and implementation of learning and organizational development solutions.
- Train learning facilitators, provide oversight, and assure instructional quality and appropriate content of contracted service providers.
- Develop and maintain training contacts within industry, professional organizations, educational institutions, and consulting firms.
- Provide project support for key learning and organizational development initiatives as well as for important entities internal and external to the Human Resources and Organizational Development Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What must you have?
- Master’s degree in allied health, healthcare management, social work, organizational development, adult education, behavioural science, or another related field is required.
- Minimum five to seven (5-7) years experience in learning and organizational development or related field required.
- Minimum five to seven (5-7) years experience designing, developing and facilitating live classroom workshops and web-based instruction with remote and cross-functional audiences is required.
What would give you the edge?
- Thorough knowledge of learning and organizational development best practices, instructional design and development, and program management and evaluation.
- Extensive change management, project management experience, demonstrated ability to lead complex projects simultaneously, and to provide technical direction to project teams and members is required.
- Highly proficient computer skills with experience using a Learning Management System (LMS) and other learning technology is required.
- Excellent research and analytical skills to research and analyze data in order to identify trends, assess implications and develop policy options.
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization and with members of external groups is desired.
- Experience serving as an internal consultant providing organizational development support to all levels of the organization is highly desired.
- Professional certifications in project management, leadership development, coaching, instructional design, personality and leadership assessments is highly desired.
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who we are?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME
Do you have experience in lease administration, property management or commercial real estate in a corporate environment? Do you thrive in fast-paced collaborative settings? Are you passionate about exceptional health care and driven by a desire to help others?
If so, take a look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals. We are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move to a more connected health care system through the Ontario Health Teams model of care.
Home and Community Care Support Services is looking for a permanent full-time Leasing Analyst. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Leasing Analyst is responsible for managing Home and Community Care Support Services (HCCSS) lease portfolio in line with the HCCSS Realty Strategy and Management Board of Cabinet Realty Directive. The position acts as a subject matter expert for lease agreements and works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to manage and negotiate leases across the province, focusing on cost savings and and mitigating risk. The position has a strong collaborative working relationship with teams across HCCSS and with Ontario Health and supports initiatives related to patient services, staffing planning and business continuity, including labour relations planning.
What will you do?
- Oversee all aspects of facilities leases across multiple locations within the province
- Negotiate or work with Infrastructure Ontario to negotiate lease agreements, including terms, conditions and lease rates to achieve favourable outcomes for HCCSS.
- Working with Infrastructure Ontario conduct thorough lease portfolio analysis to identify potential risks, opportunities and cost saving measures.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure lease agreements align with business objectives, regulatory requirements and the organization realty strategy.
- Maintain accurate lease databases and documentation including original leases, amendments and renewals.
- Monitor lease expiration dates and proactively manage lease renewals, terminations and extensions.
- Serve as a secondary point of contact for landlords, property managers and other external stakeholders regarding lease related matters.
- Provide regular reports and updates to management on leasing activities and portfolio metrics.
- Assist in the development and implementation of the organization leasing strategy to optimize space utilization and minimize costs.
- Prepare leasing briefing notes and documents for execution by senior management.
- Provide regular and ad hoc reports and updates to the Ministry of Health (MOH).
- Work with the finance department to ensure lease payments are accurate and Audited Financial Statements accurately reflect future lease commitments.
- Ensure compliance with Management Board of Cabinet Realty Directive.
- Maintain data and accuracy of rent reconciliations.
- Reconcile Infrastructure Ontario invoices to ensure accuracy.
What do you need?
- Post-secondary education in business, finance, accounting or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in lease administration, property management or commercial real estate preferably within a corporate environment.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting commercial leases.
- Strong understanding of lease agreements, contract law and lease accounting principles
- Working knowledge of government, Infrastructure Ontario and MOH policies, processes and legislation affecting facilities administration.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation including but not limited to the Ontario Building code, Fire Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
- Excellent understanding of current industry practices, trends and requirements.
- Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Motivated and results driven with a proactive approach and the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and working knowledge in SharePoint
- Knowledge of lease administration software or databases is an asset
We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
- Hybrid work environment
Who are we?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
Why join us?
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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JOB POSTING #042-24
POSTING DATE: March 19, 2024
JOB TITLE: Registered Nurse, Rapid Response - Full-Time
INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: Rapid Response Nurse Program (TI RRRN-001)
BARGAINING AGENT: ONA
LOCATION: Timmins
LANGUAGE(S): English
EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately
Home and Community Care Support Services North East offers a wide-range of quality health-care services and resources to support people of all ages at home, school or in community. In addition to planning, delivering and coordinating care for thousands of people each day in Northeastern Ontario, we also manage eligibility and admissions to long-term care homes, short stay respite, assisted living, and adult day programs. We need caring, motivated people who are driven to help others and make difference in their community, to join our multi-disciplinary team.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Registered Nurse - Rapid Response focuses on the care during transition from acute care to home care for eligible complex/chronic adults and medically fragile children.
NATURE & SCOPE:
- Provides the first in-home nursing visit within twenty-four (24) hours of hospital discharge for patients with complex/chronic diseases including CHF, COPD, Diabetes or other;
- Completes a clinical, problem-based head to toe assessment;
- Confirms the patient’s hospital discharge plan;
- Performs medication reconciliation for patient and reviews medication protocol with patient and caregiver;
- Utilizes a "teach back" approach to help the patient and family understand the care plan, treatments, symptom management, and when/who to ask for help;
- Initiates communication with the patient's primary care provider, and ensures follow up with primary care within seven (7) days;
- Refers to longer-term community programs through the Care Coordinator as required, once goals of Rapid Response program are met.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
- Minimum 3-5 years clinical experience working as a Registered Nurse;
- Recent and relevant experience providing direct (hands-on) nursing care within the areas of Paediatrics, Chronic Disease Management, Medicine or Cardiology. Preference will be given to experience within the last 2-3 years;
- Certificate in Geriatric Nursing (GNC) or Certified Nurse in Critical Care Pediatrics (CNCCP) an asset;
- Superior clinical assessment skills;
- Ability to provide quality clinical service delivery in conjunction with patients and other stakeholders;
- Ability to work independently;
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills;
- Effective interpersonal and communications skills;
- Ability to provide health coaching and disease-specific education to patients;
- Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential;
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle, as travel to patient homes will be required;
- Valid Emergency First Aid Certification.
Less qualified candidates may be considered. However, candidates who meet all requirements will be given priority for an interview.
Home and Community Care Support Services North East is an equal opportunity employer. Personal information submitted will be used only for the purpose of determining suitability for this vacancy. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by April 1, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. by visiting and applying through the organization website at:
North East Careers | Home and Community Care Support Services (healthcareathome.ca)
Please refer to posting #042-24 when applying.
Home and Community Care Support Services has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy across the province that requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants being considered for employment will be required to provide proof of vaccination documentation confidentially to Human Resources upon hire. Any medical or human rights exemption requests will be reviewed and validated prior to an offer of employment.
CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME
Are you passionate about learning & development and seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in an organization that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
Take a look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals. We are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move to a more connected health care system through the Ontario Health Teams model of care.
Home and Community Care Support Services Mississauga Halton is looking for temporary full-time (1-year contract) Organizational Development Business Partner. Reporting to the Manager, Organizational Development, the Organizational Development Business Partner is responsible to implement learning and development initiatives that foster employee engagement, develop employee and leadership functioning and build organizational effectiveness at Home and Community Care Support Services Mississauga Halton.
What will you do?
- Models a coach-approach in interactions with all leaders and staff and promotes skill development in this area
- Provides group facilitation support for team interventions, leadership development programming, and provincial OD requests as needed
- Develops learning strategies for Home and Community Care Support Services Mississauga Halton initiatives/projects
- Supports leaders, subject matter experts and departments with the planning and delivery of department specific learning activities
- Uses an evidence-based approach to develop appropriate learning programs to address organizational and/or employee and leadership needs
- Provides advice on internal and external learning and organizational development issues to staff and leadership as requested
- Collaborates with the provincial OD community to prepare proposals and to facilitate sessions for organizational learning and development services as needed
- Develops and facilitates sessions for corporate orientation as needed
- Develops and evaluates Performance Evaluation and Development tools and processes to ensure alignment to strategic goals
- Assesses the need for audiovisual and other training equipment/ resources
What do you need?
- University degree in industrial/organizational psychology, organizational behavior, human resources, adult learning, business or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Four to six years related work experience
- Practical understanding and application of methodologies and approaches for; learning, departmental planning, organization design, leadership development, change management, performance management, coaching, diversity, and work/life balance, conflict management and communication skills
- Practical understanding and value of collaboration, consulting, organizational processes and problem solving to build organizational effectiveness
- Effective project management knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of appropriate resources, techniques and approaches for addressing organizational learning needs
- In-depth knowledge of: adult learning principles, assessment and analysis of learning needs, learning and design development and evaluation
- Ability to develop, prepare and facilitate large and small group educational sessions both virtually and in-person as needed
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing, using a variety of mediums to develop professional reports, slides, and learning materials
- Strong customer/client centered approach
- Strong consulting and coaching skills to work with a variety of managers and staff
- Ability to communicate in French or another language an asset
- Adept in the use of MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy; as a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
- Hybrid work environment
Who are we?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
Why join us?
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Are you an experienced registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker, dietician, or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
- In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans
- Link patients with service providers
- Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery
- Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families
- Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected
What must you have?
- Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- College of Dietitians of Ontario
- 2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field
- Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
- Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Proficiency in a Windows environment
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
What would give you the edge?
- Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics
- Case management experience or recent related community experience
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who are we?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
ESC 013/24
Are you highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work accurately in a busy environment with frequent interruptions? Are you seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in an organization that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will provide support for the front line staff and leaders in their daily activities to ensure that patients receive prompt, effective customer service.
By applying your human resources and labour relations experience – you will have the opportunity to play a key role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is recognized as a leader in Human Resources practices contributing to the success of the HCCSS ESC. Value is added by developing proactive HR strategies and delivering exemplary employment related services. A productive and respectful work environment is facilitated through collaboration, technology and partnerships. The HRBP facilitates the implementation of policies and programs and builds effective relationships with staff, leaders, and administration within HCCSS ESC, both with local and provincial contacts, and with external partners. The HRBP provides support and acts as an expert resource in labour relations, employee health & safety, performance management, training development, attendance management, recruitment, process improvements and the interpretation and utilization of Collective Agreements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Relationship Management
- Establish, build and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships at all levels of HCCSS ESC in order to build trust and confidence in the advice and service provided
- Provides recommendations on best practices to establish and maintain positive employer/employee relationships and to promote a high level of employee morale
- Develops effective working relationships with union representatives to address employee and/or management concerns and to negotiate solutions
- Link employees with EAP services
- Represents HCCSS ESC on external working groups and committees to support joint initiatives
Effectively Plan, Develop, Deliver and Evaluate HR Programs and Services
- Manage the effective delivery of HR services within a specific leader based portfolio areas of assignment and provide cross coverage to the other HRBP(s) and the rest of the HR team as required.
- Provide leadership, counsel and direction to all levels of management within the HCCSS ESC regarding unusual and difficult employee and labour relations matters, health & safety matters, and abilities management.
- Consult with and advise assigned leadership staff on a variety of HR issues including the interpretation and application of Collective Agreements, policies, legislation and processing of employee grievances
- Identify issues and participate in the development of HCCSS ESC Collective Bargaining strategies
- Contribute to specific HR projects, i.e. Pay Equity, Attendance/Performance Management programs, Recruitment processes, Organizational Development programs both locally and provincially
- Assist in developing HR policies and procedures and review annually for compliance with legislation
- Participate and take notes in investigative meetings which may lead to progressive discipline
- Support and participate in disciplinary meetings, including developing investigation scripts/questions, coaching leaders, creating discipline letters and assisting with learning development and performance improvement plans
- Complete various HR reporting as required
- Investigate and report on issues of harassment, violence, and employee conflict to help facilitate positive working relationships
- Participate in a variety of labour and employee meetings and facilitate resolution of Professional Responsibility/Workload concerns.
- Support the Recruitment Specialist as a resource for internal and external recruitment processes
- Delegate appropriate tasks to support staff/team members and review/monitor outcomes
Health and Safety
- Develop and deliver new hire human resources and health and safety programs for staff and external service providers
- Research and develop new Health and Safety policies, programs, and procedures and implement and maintain a comprehensive Health and Safety program that is compliant with HCCSS ESC policies and applicable legislations
- Manage incident and accident reporting, WSIB claims, return to work processes such that claim costs are reduced
- Conduct annual audits of the HCCSS ESC’s health and safety program and in conjunction with senior management, review/revise the health and safety program/policy annually
- Manage leaves and accommodations, including LTD claims, RTW accommodations and sick leave absences while working collaboratively with insurance providers and the union
- Provide resources for company health and safety training and ensure that appropriate personnel are First Aid and CPR trained
- Participate in monthly workplace inspections and conduct respirator fit tests as required
- Participate as a certified member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee and serve as management Co-chair of the Joint Health and Safety Committee
- Ensure that Joint Health and Safety Committee receives copies of testing results and that minutes of meetings are documented and posted
- Guide internal management/union Health and Safety representatives and staff to ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation
- Guide Ministry of Labour discussions and field visits with management/union Health and Safety representatives
LEADS Health Leadership Competencies
- Lead Self
- Engage Others
- Achieve Results
- Develop Coalitions
- Systems Transformation
Other Related Activities
- Other duties as assigned
What must you have?
Educational Qualifications and Experience
- Post-Secondary Education in Human Resources/Labour Relations with two years’ experience in Human Resources/Labour Relations OR 5-10 years’ experience in Human Resources/Labour Relations within a unionized environment coupled with courses in Human Resources Management/Business Administration
- Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) Designation preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation as it applies to organizational change, employee development, labour relations and performance management (Ontario Pay Equity Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Standards Act of Ontario, Ontario Human Rights Code, Health and Safety Act, etc.)
- Knowledge of applicable employment, human rights and health and safety legislation in order to appropriately
- Knowledge of human resources best practices in a unionized environment
- Understanding of collective agreement bargaining process and the interpretation and application of collective agreements and precedent.
- Strong commitment to ethical practice and the maintenance of discretion and confidentiality of sensitive information related to employment and labour relations matters
- Ability to understand and collaborate with a broad range of disciplines in order to realize HR strategic initiatives
- Working knowledge of the principles of employee engagement and organizational behavior
- Excellent understanding of the importance of building and maintaining collaborative relationships. Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use computerized applications and databases. Ability to communicate and display a high level of professionalism in-person, verbally and in written formats
- Ability to analyze various forms of data, synthesize information ability to anticipate future trends/consequences and create innovative strategies and flexible plans
- Thorough, complete and accurate management of tasks with high attention to detail
- Excellent computer/keyboarding skills in Microsoft applications – Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Teams
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, organizational, time management, analytical, ability to multitask and coordinate, project management and interpersonal skills
- Exchange information and provide informed guidance/advice using courtesy and tact to unionized and management staff
- Provide clarification, and counsel to unionized staff and management
- Gain co-operation, negotiate and diffuse issues for unionized staff and management on sensitive matters
- Strong customer relationship skills to resolve issues and handle enquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Promote positive and productive customer relationships based on trust and credibility
- Train, instruct, interview and exchange information with new hires and prospective employees
What would give you the edge?
- Knowledge of services provided by Home and Community Care Support Services
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
What do I need to know?
STARTING DATE: May 27, 2024
POSITION STATUS: Temporary Full-Time (approximately one year – end August 2025)
HOURS OF WORK: Mon – Fri 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
POST CLOSING: Sunday, March 31, 2024
Human Resource Business Partners are non-union staff members at Home and Community Care Support Services, ESC.
Who we are:
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
How do I apply?
Please submit your cover letter and updated resume to ESC.Resume@hccontario.ca
Please have your documentation submitted by 4:30pm, March 31, 2024.
By submitting an application, applicants are consenting to the sharing of their personal information with individuals from Home and Community Care Support Services Erie St. Clair who are participating in the selection process.
Please include the reference “ESC-0013/24 Temporary Full-Time Human Resources Business Partner” in your e-mail subject line.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Are you an experienced registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist or social worker seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
- In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans
- Link patients with service providers
- Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery
- Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families
- Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected
What must you have?
- Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- Recent experience in community health or a related field
- Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
- Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Proficient in a Windows environment
- Advanced oral and written proficiency in English and French is essential
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.
What would give you the edge?
- Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics
- Case management experience or recent related community experience
- Ability to speak French or another second language
What you should know
- Job Posting: 044-24
- Bargaining Agent: ONA
- Location: North Bay
- Effective Date: May 6, 2024
Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by April 3, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. by visiting and applying through the organization website at: North East Careers | Home and Community Care Support Services (healthcareathome.ca)
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
Who we are
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME
Are you a strategic leader that drives effectiveness, efficiency and high quality performance? Do you have experience planning, directing, and organizing purchasing functions and contractual agreements? Are you passionate about exceptional health care and driven by a desire to help others?
If so, take a look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 8,000 regulated health care and other professionals. We are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move to a more connected health care system through the Ontario Health Teams model of care.
Home and Community Care Support Services is looking for an experienced leader in corporate procurement with in depth knowledge of the Ontario Public Service (OPS) Procurement Directive, experience managing contracts of substantial scope, and expertise in procurement leading practices.
Reporting to the Director, Corporate Procurement & Contracts, this position is responsible for procuring high quality corporate goods and services through the effective management of the procurement cycle including: Procurement planning and execution of procurement documents; evaluation of vendor responses; contract negotiations and awards. This position is also accountable for contract management and performance improvement across Home and Community Care Support Services. The Manager, Procurement and Contracts, Administration, supports the HCCSS administrative functions in developing business requirements and leads all aspects to procurement to achieve value for money and a successful contract award that meets the needs of HCCSS. The position is expected to develop a level of expertise in the functions being supported.
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
- Hybrid work environment and flexible work location (position can work in any of the 14 HCCSS office locations across the province)
What will you do?
- Works with Administrative functions to develop a procurement strategy roadmap
- Executes procurement roadmap through the preparation and execution of procurement documents which provide an open and fair procurement process in alignment with OPS Directives and guidelines
- Supports the Administrative functions in the development of business requirements, evaluation criteria, an scoring of vendor bids
- Negotiates and awards contracts in collaboration with Director, Corporate Procurement & Contracts
- Achieves value for money for HCCSS
- Ensures compliance with Directives and procurement policies and procedures and creates new policies and procedures as required as Directives change
- Manages contracts including monitoring contract compliance and overall impact on budget
- Develops and analyses reports for the purposes of quality improvement and performance management
- Prepares procurement reports as required by the MOH and other external stakeholders
- Prepares business cases for senior management and Board sign-off for single or sole source procurements
- Provides senior management and management with an awareness and understanding of the procurement cycle
- Advises on procurement method, contract terms and conditions, contract management and vendor performance management.
- Maintains relationship with Vice-Presidents of Administrative functions to ensure business requirements are being met
- Responds to vendor procurement enquiries on behalf of HCCSS
- Builds and maintains relationships with HCCSS employees to promote collaboration and enhance the perceived value of procurement services
- Maintains effective business relationships with contracted vendors and suppliers, as well as Administrative functions to promote quality service and resolve issues in a collaborative and efficient manner
What do you need?
- University Degree in a related field, college diploma and/or equivalent education and experience
- Supply Chain Certification (CPSM) or equivalent purchasing/procurement certification an asset
- 5-7 years' experience in procurement field plus 1-2 years’ leadership preferred
- Previous support of Administrative functions procurement including Information Technology, Finance, Human Resources, Quality and Risk, and Project Management
- Knowledge of concepts, latest issues, leading practices and procedures for procurement and contract administration management, monitoring, and compliance
- Understanding contract law and related legislation, OPS or BPS Directives and Trade Agreements
- Good knowledge of related budgeting, financial, and monitoring processes (e.g., billing, invoicing, planning, performance reporting, etc.)
- Expert knowledge of procurement tools and systems available
- Demonstrated excellent planning and organizing skills to manage a variety of contracts and processes simultaneously
- Advanced ability to use MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
- Listens effectively to requirements and demonstrates strong communication skills to write technical documents and discuss specifications/conditions with relevant parties
- Proven leadership skills to provide guidance, mentorship, direction and feedback
- Strong negotiation skills to support contract discussions
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, related to contracts, policy development, briefing notes, business cases, training and education
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.
What would give you the edge?
- Understanding of the HCCSS stakeholders, client service delivery frameworks and methods, and issues and priorities within the health care sector and their impact on procurement
- Expert customer service skills; understanding of HCCSS’ stakeholders, organizational framework and issues and priorities within the healthcare sector, including their impact on procurement
- Preference will be given to candidates who are proficient in both official languages
Who are we?
We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
Why join us?
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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