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The Opportunity: Full Time Supervisor, Building Services in Pembroke, ON

Posting Date: March 2025

Under the supervision of the Building Services Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the on-going operations of the facilities, related equipment, property, and environmental services. The Supervisor ensures buildings, grounds, and equipment are maintained in compliance with internal and external regulations and legislative requirements, and that they are operated in a cost effective manner. The supervisor responds to resident/client/tenant requests and needs and actively participates in creating a clean and safe environment for clients and staff.

Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit with over 1,600 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. Formerly the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been providing service in Ottawa for over 123 years. Please visit our website for more information.

At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives. Our team of professionals offer care to our clients and their families by focusing on the whole person. By working in the home and community, our team has time to connect and affect real change that enriches lives and gives choice. See more about working with Carefor.

For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule we’re looking out for you and your family.

Job Description
  • What You Will Do:
    • Assists the Manager in directing staff, preparing work schedules, and assigning duties within the maintenance, janitorial and housekeeping departments
    • Assists with employee relations functions such as managing attendance, performance appraisals, disciplinary action, and performance management within a unionized and non-unionize environment
    • Implements and enforces departmental standards, policies, and procedures in keeping with regulations and best practices in accordance with building, electrical, fire code etc.
    • Provides leadership and hands-on assistance to operate, maintain, repair, and renovate the structural, mechanical, and non-mechanical systems and equipment to ensure a clean, safe, and well maintained building and grounds
    • Assists with project management and supervisory support for large construction and renovation projects
    • Assists the Manager in coordinating and managing service contracts and ensures fulfillment of contractual obligations
    • Supports a preventative and responsive maintenance program for the facilities and equipment at Carefor sites in Pembroke and Renfrew County
    • Responds promptly to resident and client complaints and requests that fall within the function of the department
    • Assists in maintaining inventory and cost records
    • Works with the Manager to update and maintain Fire Safety plans, Health and Safety programs, and related equipment and assists in organizing fire drills, evacuations, and equipment testing
    • Maintains records of all inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs performed
    • Seeks appropriate resources in the community to assist in the development and delivery of services, e.g. City Officials, Fire Department, Building and Equipment Contractors and Sub trades
    • Prepares estimates for repairs, renovations, and departmental work plans to submit to Manager for budget approval
    • Ensures floor plans are kept-up-to date and posted appropriately
    • Assumes role of after-hours on-call on a rotational basis
    • Functions and reports in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and Carefor Health and Safety policies and procedures
    • Reports the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device of which he/she is aware and which may endanger him/herself or another worker
    • Reports any violations of the Health and Safety Act or the regulations, or the existence of any hazard
    • Ensures all workplace incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation, and Carefor policies and procedures for workplace injuries and incidents
    • Active member of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee
    • Other duties as assigned
    • Assists the Manager in directing staff, preparing work schedules, and assigning duties within the maintenance, janitorial and housekeeping departments
    • Assists with employee relations functions such as managing attendance, performance appraisals, disciplinary action, and performance management within a unionized and non-unionize environment
    • Implements and enforces departmental standards, policies, and procedures in keeping with regulations and best practices in accordance with building, electrical, fire code etc.
    • Provides leadership and hands-on assistance to operate, maintain, repair, and renovate the structural, mechanical, and non-mechanical systems and equipment to ensure a clean, safe, and well maintained building and grounds
    • Assists with project management and supervisory support for large construction and renovation projects
    • Assists the Manager in coordinating and managing service contracts and ensures fulfillment of contractual obligations
    • Supports a preventative and responsive maintenance program for the facilities and equipment at Carefor sites in Pembroke and Renfrew County
    • Responds promptly to resident and client complaints and requests that fall within the function of the department
    • Assists in maintaining inventory and cost records
    • Works with the Manager to update and maintain Fire Safety plans, Health and Safety programs, and related equipment and assists in organizing fire drills, evacuations, and equipment testing
    • Maintains records of all inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs performed
    • Seeks appropriate resources in the community to assist in the development and delivery of services, e.g. City Officials, Fire Department, Building and Equipment Contractors and Sub trades
    • Prepares estimates for repairs, renovations, and departmental work plans to submit to Manager for budget approval
    • Ensures floor plans are kept-up-to date and posted appropriately
    • Assumes role of after-hours on-call on a rotational basis
    • Functions and reports in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and Carefor Health and Safety policies and procedures
    • Reports the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device of which he/she is aware and which may endanger him/herself or another worker
    • Reports any violations of the Health and Safety Act or the regulations, or the existence of any hazard
    • Ensures all workplace incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation, and Carefor policies and procedures for workplace injuries and incidents
    • Active member of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee
    • Other duties as assigned
  • Qualifications
    • Degree, Diploma or Certification in construction or project management or certified trade
    • An acceptable combination of education and experience may also be considered
    • Certified as per the OH&S Act or willing to become certified
    • Valid driver’s license and availability of vehicle
    • Minimum 3+ years’ relevant, practical and hands-on experience in the mechanical operations and overall maintenance of a medium to large size institutional facility
    • Strong assessment and troubleshooting ability
    • Experience supervising staff and utilizing conflict resolution practices
    • Experience working in a unionized environment
    • Experience managing service contracts and supervising external trades
    • Ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, contracts and policies and procedures
    • Ability to work in enclosed spaces
    • Broad understanding of principles, practices, building code regulations and procedures as they relate to facilities management and Health and Safety
    • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
    • Leadership and planning skills
    • Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
    • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
    • Ability to lift up to 50lbs
    • Ability to bend, sit, stand, kneel for short periods of time
  • What can we offer you
    • Competitive base salary
    • Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
    • Work-life balance
    • Flexible Shifts
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Professional development opportunities
    • A collaborative team culture that supports making a difference in the lives of our clients

    Job Types:Full-Time (75 hours bi-weekly or 1.0 FTE)

    Salary: $32.46 – $44.63 / hour or $63,297.00 – $87,028.50 / year

    Flexible Language Requirement: French not required
    Work Location: Pembroke, ON

Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

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The Opportunity: Supervisor- Personal Support Services, Temporary

Posting Date: January, 2025

As the Supervisor, Personal Support Services (PSS), you are responsible for daily delivery of personal support services provided by PSWs. You will complete personal support care plans with new clients, update care plans as required, engage with service funders (primarily Ontario Health at Home Care Coordinators), participate in client case conferences, and support the resolution of identified service concerns. In collaboration with the Professional Practice Team, you will support the orientation of new staff, provide ongoing staff training, follow up with any identified job performance issues and complete regular performance reviews. In doing so, you will ensure high quality personal support services are delivered to Carefor clients.  Further, you will use evidence-based, best practice guidelines supported with informational data to ensure successful team performance. This position description outlines the key responsibilities and the nature of work.  It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties and tasks of the position.

About us:

Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,400 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor, has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897. Please visit our website for more information.

At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives. For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Our staff love working in the community because they can see a real impact in the lives of their clients and their families. See more about working with Carefor.

We are driven to help our staff learn, develop and be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule we’re looking out for you and your family.

Job Description
  • What You Will Do:

    Primary Responsibilities Include

    • Oversees and assists the Manager with the clinical operation of the PSS program
    • Acts as a resource, support and mentor to the PSS staff by leading and coaching staff to attain individual and operational performance objectives
    • Contributes to human resources management by supporting labour and employee relations which includes performance development, management, and recognition.
    • Ensures Carefor policies & procedures affecting the delivery of Personal Support Services are implemented by PSW staff
    • Completes annual performance reviews on assigned Personal Support Services staff
    • Identifies and discusses with the Manager employee issues requiring disciplinary action
    • Assists in determining the required staffing complement based on identified needs
    • Assists Managers in the employee recruitment process by anticipating and monitoring staffing needs and initiating appropriate action to obtain/maintain an adequate compliment of staff
    • Participates in a regular after hours On Call rotation to support urgent operational needs outside of regular business hours.

     Operational And Organizational Responsibilities

    • Understands, promotes, and communicates the value, purpose, and relationship of the Personal Support Services program to Carefor as part of its strategic plan
    • Promotes continuous quality improvement by contributing to the implementation and evaluation of strategies designed to increase the provision of quality care
    • Works in collaboration with client/family to develop the Client Care Plan and complete safety assessments, updates them as required, and communicates changes with the funder and PSS care team.
    • Ensures that the quality of client care delivery is consistent with the funded contractual terms of care & provides regular updates to the funder regarding the care provided
    • Supports PSW scheduling by providing recommendations regarding client care needs
    • Investigates, evaluates and supports the resolution of identified client and staff concerns & complaints

    Health And Safety Responsibilities

    • Operates within and monitors individual, staff, and program compliance to Occupational Health and Safety Legislation, standards, and Carefor Policies & Procedures
    • Participates in health and safety training including WHMIS and applies this knowledge
    • Works in collaboration with Management and Human Resources to complete return to work plans for Personal Support Workers taking part in modified work

    Problem Solving

    Problem-solving skills are required to make recommendation to offer solutions to issues and challenges relating to people issues, and Carefor operating policies and practices.

    Decision Making/Independence Of Action

    Makes recommendations for continuous improvement relating to Carefor’s overall objectives, policy, and procedures. Decisions may require review or escalation when costs, potential liability, reputational risk and/or an impact on objectives or Personal Support Services policies are involved.

    Direction is generally received for outliers to organization’s policies, objectives, and values.

    Managing And Leading

    • Direct Reports – Personal Support Workers

    Physical Effort

    • Physical effort required is low intensity, <2 hours per day

    Mental Effort

    • Mental effort required is moderate intensity in an office environment, 2-4 hours per day, or high intensity for less than 2 hours per day.

    Working Conditions

    • Limited exposure to crisis situations
    • Able to travel within the Champlain region (if required)
  • Qualifications
    • A Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), licensed to practice in Ontario, in good standing, is required
    • A minimum 1-year leadership is preferred
    • A minimum of 2 years community experience in Nursing or Personal Support Services
    • Demonstrated leadership abilities with highly developed organizational skills
    • Demonstrated understanding of CNO Standards of Practice
    • Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
    • Excellent computer skills/knowledge and familiarity with scheduling systems
    • Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
    • A vehicle and a valid Ontario Driver’s license are required
    • Ability to manage coinciding demands
    • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability

    Qualifications Considered an Asset

    • Experience working in a health care environment and/or working in a non-profit organization
    • Ability to converse in both official languages (English/French)
    • Experience providing Palliative Care and/or Dementia Care
    • Palliative certification (LEAP)
    • Gentle Persuasive Approach certification (GPA)
    • Previous experience working with unregulated care providers

    Competencies

    • This position requires a self-aware, innovative, and resourceful person equipped with the ability to deal with issues and tasks proactively and simultaneously, with a calm demeanour and a customer centric approach.
    • Ability to proactively provide effective recommendations regarding PSW placement and schedules
    • Leads by example to promote continuous quality improvement
    • Ability to assist with the development of policies and procedures for all business practices in Personal Support Services, based on changes in practice and requirements from funder or partner organization
    • Ability to be flexible, encourage and enable change
    • Ability to proactively provide effective, timely solutions
    • Good organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills
    • Strong written and verbal communications skills to communicate concisely and confidently with stakeholders at all level of the organization, public speaking experience an asset
    • Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and judgement in handling confidential or sensitive issues.
    • Exhibits ethical standards in personal and professional life
  • What We Have to Offer You
    • Competitive base salary
    • Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
    • Work-life balance
    • Health and Dental benefits
    • Flexible Shifts
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Professional development opportunities
    • A collaborative team culture that supports making a difference in the lives of our clients
    • Competitive base salary
    • Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
    • Work-life balance
    • Flexible Shifts
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Professional development opportunities
    • A collaborative team culture that supports making a difference in the lives of our clients

    Job Types: Full-time, Temporary ( 16 months contract)

    Salary:  $63,297.00 – $87,028.50

    Flexible Language Requirement: French not required

    Schedule: 8-hour shift, Day shift/ On call rotation

Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

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