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At Carefor, we know our work matters, and were proud of the impact we have in peoples 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. 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, were looking out for you and your family. See more about working with Carefor. Supervisor, Client Care, Ottawa Inner-City Health Under the direction of the Manager, Ottawa Inner-City Health, the Supervisor, Ottawa Inner-City Health is responsible for daily delivery of services provided by Client Care Workers (CCWs), including staff services issues. The Supervisor organizes and supports the orientation of new staff, identifies and follows up with job performance issues, collaborates with the OICH clinical team to ensure CCWs follow the care plan and all updates. The Supervisor ensures delegation of controlled acts are implemented as per regulation, and that CCWs are trained to provide the level of care. The Supervisor participates in client case conferences, works with the Professional Practice Leader to provide ongoing professional development, training, coaching, and assessments. The Supervisor completes regular performance reviews. The Supervisor, in collaboration with the Manager, promotes information technology to make informed decisions and create efficiencies and innovative practices for the programs and services in the Ottawa Inner-City Health program. What You Will Do: Oversees and assists the Manager with the overall clinical operations Supports the Manager to oversee the Carefor CCWs assigned to Ottawa Inner-City Health Acts as a resource, support and mentor to the Ottawa Inner-City Health staff and provides coaching, education, and instruction to encourage staff to attain individual and operational performance objectives. Completes performance reviews on assigned Ottawa Inner-City Health Services staff. Identifies and discusses with the Manager employee issues which require disciplinary action and ensures documentation is complete to support the disciplinary process. Contributes to human resources management, including labor and employee relations, discipline, health and safety, continuing education, performance development, recognition of staff and orientation, coaching, and delegation as required. Assists Manager in employee recruitment process, anticipates and monitors staffing needs and initiates appropriate action to obtain/maintain an adequate compliment of staff Collaborates with the Client Servies Coordination team for staffing needs and ensures to communicate with OICH for any coverage issue and replacement plans. Investigates and evaluates client and staff concerns/complaints and implements appropriate resolutions Understands, promotes, and communicates the value, purpose, and relationship of the Ottawa Inner-City Health program to Carefor Evaluates processes and implements strategies to increase efficiency and continuously promote quality improvement. Develops procedures for all business practices in Ottawa Inner-City Health, and evaluates and revises policies and procedures on an ongoing basis to reflect changes in practice and requirements from funder or partner organization Analyzes data to determine staffing complement in collaboration with the Manager Works in collaboration with the OICH team and client/family to develop the initial Client Care Plan, revises as required, and completes Safety Assessments Completes interim reports on clients every six months, and as requested by funder or partner organizations Ensures that the quality of client care delivery is consistent with the standards of practice and regulatory requirements of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and any other governing regulatory body, as well as with the mission, vision, values and strategic plan of Carefor Meets the contractual terms set forth by external/funding partners and maintains communication with these partners as needed Participates in clinical call rotation Assists with operation of the program in the Managers absence Makes recommendations regarding CCW placement and schedules Operates within and monitors individual, staff, and program compliance to Occupational Health and Safety Legislation, regulatory standards of the CNO, practice standards, Carefor Policies & Procedures, and the OICH policies and procedures Participates in health and safety training including WHMIS and applies this knowledge while ensuring compliance by all staff Works in collaboration with Management and Human Resources to complete return to work plans for Ottawa Inner-City Health Workers taking part in modified work Operates within and monitors individual, staff, and program compliance to Occupational Health and Safety Legislation, regulatory standards of the CNO, practice standards, Carefor Policies & Procedures, and the OICH policies and procedures Participates in health and safety training including WHMIS and applies this knowledge while ensuring compliance by all staff Works in collaboration with Management and Human Resources to complete return to work plans for Ottawa Inner-City Health Workers taking part in modified work Working Conditions: Potential Exposure to crisis situations May be required to travel locally within the region 10% of the time What We Are Looking For: Registered Practical Nurse, required 3+ years community experience in nursing or Ottawa Inner-City Health; an asset Demonstrated supervisory experience and the ability to delegate tasks and regulatory controlled acts as required Proficiency in MS Office Programs and Database Management Strong observation, assessment and problem-solving skills Highly developed organizational and interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills and an understanding of effective communication methods when dealing with a culturally diverse and vulnerable population Strong clinical assessment skills Strong problem solving and decision-making ability Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team A vehicle and a valid Ontario Drivers license; required Ability to manage competing demands Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability Experience working in a health care environment and/or working in a non-profit organization Bilingualism in both official languages (French), an asset Experience working with vulnerable populations, an asset Possesses certification in Mental Health and Addictions; Palliative care (LEAP), an asset Previous experience working with unregulated care providers, an asset Member of the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO) 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 demeanor and a customer centric approach. Ability to proactively provide effective recommendations regarding CCW assignments 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 Ottawa Inner-City Health, 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 levels 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 offer you: Pay: CA$71,506.50-CA$102,765.00 per year Contract length: 12 months Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Health and Dental Benefits Employee and Family Assistance Program Professional Development Opportunities Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries Staff who are deeply committed to excellent client care