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Classification:  ONA - TOR
Salary/Rate of pay:  $39.07

Application deadline: 2025-02-14 

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

Application Close: 06/03/2025

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.  
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Application Close: 08/06/2025

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.  
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Application Close: 13/02/2025

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Designated Bilingual – specific level of language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates who do not meet language requirements will be required to participate in training.       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.  
• Driver’s License Requirement:  A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated; This position requires the successful candidate to use their own transportation.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

The Health, Safety, and Environment Coordinator coordinates environmental and health program processes and activities to assist the team in maintaining compliance, mitigating and managing environmental, health and safety risks and improving related performance. This position is more required to manage environmental issues although some health and safety tasks can be assigned to the coordinator.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Coordination 

• Acts as the first point-of-contact for environmental and health inquiries and incidents.
• Provides guidance to team members on environmental and health matters, and escalates inquiries, where appropriate
• Coordinates the implementation of environmental, health and safety programs along with related processes, procedures and resources
• Coordinates environmental, health and safety activities including but not limited to attending tenant OSH committee meetings, attending environmental committee meetings and activities, undertaking incident investigation and resolution, completing equipment and systems registration, developing emergency response procedures and business continuity planning activities, completing and delivering training, completing annual management system re-registration, managing data and generating reports, and conducting environmental compliance audits.
• Researches environmental, health and safety matters; provides findings and recommendations.
• Maintains and assists with the creation of environmental, health and safety documentation including but not limited to plans, processes, forms, logbooks, and procedures.
• Create and maintain documentation including but not limited to instruction sheets, checklists, forms, and training materials.
• Support construction activity teams (Projects and O&M) by creating, distributing, verifying and maintaining documentation such as work instructions, checklists, training materials
• Conducts regular inspections of facilities to mitigate any Environmental regulatory issues and/or Health and Safety Concerns before an incident or service call is received.
• Maintains business continuity and emergency management plans and procedures
• Participates in field inspections, job observations, health, safety and environment audits and other types of reviews for the purpose of monitoring compliance to environmental and health regulations and identifying risks.  Provides findings about risks and suggestions for improvement.

Incident Investigation, Resolution & Reduction

• Assists in the investigation and resolution of incidents including root-cause analysis and providing probable causes of incidents and recommendations for resolution
• Coordinates the implementation of corrective and preventative measures
• Assists in the identification and analysis of trends.  Communicates observations and provides suggestions for incident reduction measures

Audit Compliance, Data Maintenance & Reporting 

• Maintains all environmental, health and safety data including but not limited to incident data, and regulatory and process compliance data within applicable databases and all other types of information storage systems
• Assists in the audit of compliance records and all other environmental, health and safety data
• Prepares and distributes various environmental, health and safety related reports including but not limited to incident reports
• Experience with database development, programing and maintenance considered an asset
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Strong background in environmental management system development and administration, with knowledge of environmental regulations and environmental compliance auditing an asset.
• Certification in one or more of the following – Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety; Certificate in Environmental Management through a Community College; University degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies
• 1 to 3 years of environmental, health and safety work experience
• Understanding of environmental, health and safety regulatory requirements
• Understanding of emergency management requirements
• Strong organizational and coordination skills along with ability to coordinate multiple requirements (i.e. processes, activities, projects, emergency response procedures, etc.) simultaneously
• Strong communication skills along with some ability to influence stakeholders
• Strong administrative skills along with ability to maintain and report accurate data
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to exercise good judgment
• Able to work independently but provide strong support to the team as and when requested
• Frequent trips to be expected on the different sites

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

Demonstrates an interest in attaining one or more of the following would be considered an asset:

Safety:

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional from Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals
• Certified Health & Safety Consultant from Canadian Society of Safety Engineering

Security: 

• Physical Security Professional from ASIS International
• Certified Protection Professional from ASIS International

Business Continuity:

• Certified Business Continuity Planner from Business Continuity Management Institute

Position's anticipated start date: 2025-02-17 
Position's anticipated end date: 2026-01-16 

Possible schedule/FTE: Minimum hours are guaranteed at 45 hours bi-weekly

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add [email protected] and [email protected] to your safe senders list. 

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

• Posting Period: 28-JAN-2025 to 11-FEB-2025
• Location Information: 

Nurse Manager

The City’s Seniors Services and Long-Term Care Division supports Toronto seniors and residents in long-term care homes to have the healthiest, most fulfilling lives possible through exceptional care and services. Vulnerable individuals who reside in the community are supported through adult day programs, supportive housing services, tenancy support and homemakers and nurses services. CareTO is our brand for the culture change we are investing in for the City’s 10 directly operated long-term care homes. The division values Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence which shape our organizational culture, our priorities, and the experiences of all those who live, work, volunteer, and visit.

Reporting to the Director of Nursing, the Nurse Manager provides nursing leadership and direction to ensure effective and efficient delivery of high-quality resident care. The Nurse Manager will also work collaboratively with the inter-professional care team to promote evidence-based practice, continuous quality improvement and innovation, healthy safe work environment, resident and staff satisfaction, and compliance with all legislative requirements.

At Seven Oaks and Carefree Lodge, you will lead a collaborative team to shape meaningful care experiences for residents in a welcoming environment. With a focus on evidence-based practices, quality improvement, and inter-professional collaboration, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on senior care. Join the City of Toronto, a values-driven organization that embodies Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, and take on a rewarding leadership role that fosters growth and innovation.

Overall Job Responsibilities

As part of this role, you will implement detailed plans and recommend policies and procedures tailored to specific program requirements. You will also lead and motivate a cohesive team, ensuring high-quality work, continuous learning and innovation. Daily operations will be supervised, including staff scheduling, task assignments, and performance evaluations. Personnel issues will be addressed to create a positive work environment, and vacation and overtime requests will be approved. Staff performance will be monitored, with salary increments, grievances, and disciplinary actions managed as needed.

In addition, you will manage budgets to ensure expenditures stay within approved limits. Inter-professional collaboration will be fostered to ensure high-quality resident care based on best practices. You will also serve as a resource for families, offering support, guidance, and follow-up on any concerns. Participation in internal and external committees, as assigned by leadership, will be essential, as well as reviewing resident and staff data regularly to evaluate care effectiveness and ensure proper documentation standards.

Clinical-Specific Responsibilities

 You will ensure nursing staff maintain competency, follow evidence-based practices and continuously improve. You will oversee Infection Prevention and Control, monitor trends, manage outbreaks, and ensure adherence to protocols to reduce illness. Leading the Resident Assessment Instrument- Minimum Data Set (RAI-MDS) and rehabilitation programs, you will represent the Home in consultations with external specialists. You will also support registered staff by mentoring, coaching, and guiding them through clinical practice issues, while coordinating resident reassessments to ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation.

You will ensure proper medication storage and administration through direct observation and incident investigation. Leading interprofessional care teams, you will guide the care team in decision-making, clinical protocol development, and system improvements to deliver high-quality resident and family-centered care. Additionally, you will evaluate staff learning, focusing on critical thinking and managing complex clinical scenarios.

Your responsibilities will include leading clinical inspections, audits, and annual quality initiatives, working with the team to enhance clinical programs. You will collaborate with the Nurse Practitioner to implement ongoing education and contribute to investigations of critical incidents and audits of care plans to ensure compliance. Chairing nursing practice forums and reviewing clinical trends will help drive practice improvements.

In supporting staff with complex care cases, you will develop care plans, participate in care rounds, and lead debriefings. You will collaborate to address clinical practice gaps and advance care excellence, while participating in research to integrate evidence-based models, meeting organizational goals, and ensuring accurate resident documentation.

Operations-Specific Responsibilities

In this role, you will develop and implement six-week staffing schedules to ensure nursing resources are allocated effectively, while regularly reviewing work routines to enhance efficiency and continuity of care. You will investigate critical incidents and complaints, addressing issues promptly and ensuring effective resolutions. Handling resident and family concerns will involve resolving complaints and providing follow-up to maintain satisfaction.

You will oversee mandatory education programs, monthly audits, and annual program evaluations to ensure compliance with standards and maintain high-quality care. Leading the implementation and evaluation of abuse and critical incident protocols, you will analyze trends and create improvement plans. Chairing unit meetings will provide a platform to discuss operational and clinical matters, share updates, and address opportunities for quality improvement.

Additionally, you will monitor the quality of care and services through regular evaluations and initiate improvements where needed. Ensuring the unit is adequately supplied with materials and equipment, you will provide strategic advice on planning and resource management. Collaborating with the Director of Nursing, you will manage budgetary constraints, approve salary increments, and oversee overtime to maintain operational efficiency.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Bachelors in Nursing and certification in Nursing Administration or equivalent management experience made under the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (O. Reg 246/22).
2. Must be a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario or another College of Nurses with ability to obtain registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario.
3. Considerable experience in motivating, leading, supervising or managing registered and unregulated staff in a large sized Long-Term Care unionized environment.
4. Considerable experience in geriatric and/or rehabilitation nursing and working with residents with dementia and mental health issues.
5. Knowledge of Long-Term Care legislation, including the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, Residents Bill of Rights, and relevant workplace legislation e.g. Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health Safety Act.
6. Ability to drive positive clinical outcomes using knowledge of Resident Assessment Instrument – Minimum Data Set (RAI-MDS) 2.0.
7. Skilled in building relationships and working effectively with a range of stakeholders, including residents, families, and community groups.
8. Ability to manage competing priorities and lead change in a fast-paced, complex environment.
9. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including senior management-level presentations.
10. Capable of problem-solving, conflict management, and handling sensitive information with discretion.
11. Ability to foster teamwork and promote excellence in a customer service-focused environment.
12. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other computer applications.
13.  Ability to uphold the Toronto Public Service values, promoting equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces. 

As a condition of employment with the Seniors Services & Long-Term Care Division, selected candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector screening, tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (O.Reg 246/22).

Posting Period: 19-Dec-2024 to 31-Jan-2025

Location and Shift Information:

The City’s Seniors Services and Long-Term Care Division supports residents in long-term care homes to have the healthiest, most fulfilling lives possible through exceptional care and services, enabling people to live with support and age with dignity. The Division believes in the values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. CareTO is our brand for the culture change we are investing in for the City’s directly operated long-term care homes (https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/rental-housing-tenant-information/finding-housing/long-term-care-homes/careto/). Based on evidence-informed research, our goal is to improve the experiences of all those who live, work, volunteer, and visit.

To autonomously diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform procedures for residents in the Long-Term Care Homes and Services Division within their legislated scope of practice.

Major Responsibilities:

• Delivers primary health care to residents in the Long-Term Care Home in the management of acute and chronic medical conditions, therapeutic management, health promotion and disease/injury prevention in order to deliver comprehensive health services.
• Conducts focused health assessment using and adapting assessment tools and techniques based on resident needs.
• Completes health history into resident's situation, including physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural and ethnic dimensions of health.
• Performs physical examination and identifies and interprets normal and abnormal findings.
• Orders diagnostic investigations, and interprets results using evidence-based clinical reasoning.
• Synthesizes health information using critical inquiry and clinical reasoning to formulate a diagnosis, health risks and states of health/illness.
• Communicates with residents about the health assessment findings and/or diagnosis, including outcomes and prognosis through the application of knowledge of pathophysiology, psychopathology, epidemiology, infectious diseases, behavioural sciences and family processes when making diagnoses and providing overall therapeutic management.
• Selects appropriate interventions from a range of non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions to restore or maintain resident functional, physiological and mental stability to achieve optimal health.
• Promotes safe resident care by mitigating harm and addressing immediate risks for residents and others affected by adverse events and near misses.
• Participates with the Medical Director and other senior management staff in the development and implementation of evaluation processes and the identification of strategies to continually improve clinical outcomes and effectively manage risks.
• Collaborates with senior management in the Division and other community health services in initiatives for the development, implementation and evaluation of systems to promote continuity of resident care across the continuum.
• Ensures Accreditation Canada standards are evident in daily practice.
• Ensures resident files and health care records are properly maintained in compliance with applicable legislation and divisional expectations.
• Identifies, and collaborates with the Medical Director on, educational programs for the care team.

Key Qualifications:
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class (Primary Health Care or Adult) and entitled to practise.
2. Experience as a Nurse Practitioner in long-term care, acute care, rehabilitation, continuing care or primary care.
3. Experience in long-term care, with providing empathetic/relational care for the elderly and those living in long-term care, and clinical work experience with frail older adults, critical care, and mental health as a Nurse Practitioner.
4. Certification in Geriatric Nursing from the Canadian Nursing Association or equivalent experience.

Must also have:

• Ability to incorporate knowledge of diversity, cultural safety and the determinants of health in the assessment, diagnosis and therapeutic management of residents and the evaluation of outcomes
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively
• Leadership skills, working well within an inter-professional team and ability to foster effective working relationships
• Ability to provide clinical supervision, education and mentoring for nursing students, medical students, and other learners, including residents/families
• Ability to develop and implement evaluation processes and identify strategies to improve clinical outcomes and manage risks
• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use computer software such as MS Office applications, email and web applications
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders as well as work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service Values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces
• Ability to work shifts, evenings, weekends and holidays, as required
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and statutes, including, but not limited to, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Fixing Long-Term Care Act
• Good verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability and willingness to provide a service that enhances the dignity and reflects the diversity of residents

Note: As a condition of employment with the Long-Term Care Homes & Services Division, selected candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector screening, tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (O.Reg. 246/22).

The WCB/CNESST Specialist provides case management services on occupational injury claims. He or she is responsible for monitoring and managing injury claims from initial reporting to the early and safe to work employee. Provides guidance and support for external and internal customers to assist in successful return to work. Works with internal vendor to ensure case management processes are implemented to bring files to closure and ensure compliance with legal parameters of health and safety. Liaise with the Insurance carriers, external vendors, health professionals and Centre/Operations to foster collaborative relationships and information gathering and dissemination. Participates in return-to-work meetings, worksite assessments, coordination of medical assessments, representation in legal proceedings as a subject matter expert and Division case reviews. Maintains injury data base and documentation of files.

Job Tasks:

• GSHMRIS data management – injury for Quebec, Atlantic, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, New-Brunswick, Newfoundland, and Labrador, Prince-Edward-Island, Nova Scotia.
• Review Division reports, open claims – review and update into journal notes, create action plans, update medical information Review claims for first 14 days checks.
• Review for suppression and lost time conversions GSHMRIS injury changes Decision letters, review medical reports Permanent impairment/accommodation
• Communication with CNESST /WCB, Vendor communication /monitor – case reviews Cost analysis /determine appeals strategy /Actions/next step to be taken in claims Operations Support – information gathering, target action steps Hearings.
• Tribunal representation, prep files for legal, case review /file reviews Settlement reviews – preparing cheques Worksite visit – ergonomic reviews with assessors (phone or on site)
• Return to work meetings – with vendor, operations, and employee Completing TAW forms and coordinate modified work with Operations.
• IME – coordination /administration IME invoice /vendor payment
• Expertise services Conference Calls /meetings with Vendor and Divisions

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Strong interpersonal people skills Varied work experience- union /nonunion
• Good problem solving and analytical ability
• Proficient in computer skills. Word, Excel Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to prioritize and time manage
• Communication language needs: French 90% / English 10%
  Level of French: proficient
• Good knowledge of case management process /procedures
• Good knowledge of Workers’ Compensation legislation, CNESST Academic Preparation and Relevant Work Experience.
• University or College degree in HR, Health and Safety, Disability Management
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in case management, disability / injury management /health related field

Work location: 1221 32nd avenue, Lachine, Quebec.

Work shift: In office presence from Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

The Health and Safety Coordinator coordinates environmental, health, safety and security program processes and activities to assist the account team in maintaining compliance, mitigating and managing environmental, health, safety and security-related risks and improving related performance

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Coordination

• Acts as the first point-of-contact for environmental, health, safety and security inquiries and incidents
• Provides guidance to account team members on environmental, health, safety and security matters, and escalates inquiries, where appropriate
• Coordinates the implementation of environmental, health, safety and security programs along with related processes, procedures and resources
• Coordinates environmental, health, safety and security activities including but not limited to health and safety committee meetings and activities, incident investigation and resolution, security clearances, equipment and systems registration, emergency response procedures and business continuity planning activities, training, return-to-work, annual management system re-registration, compliance audit
• Researches environmental, health, safety and security matters, provides findings and recommendations
• Maintains and assists with the creation of environmental, health and safety documentations including but not limited to plans, processes, procedures
• Creates and maintains documentations including but not limited to instruction sheets, check lists, forms, training materials
• Maintains business continuity and emergency management plans and procedures
• Participates in field inspections, job observations; health, safety and environment audits and other types of reviews for the purpose of monitoring compliance to health, safety and environment requirements and identifying risks. Provides findings about risks and suggestions for improvement

Incident Investigation, Resolution & Reduction

• Assists in the investigation and resolution of incidents including root-cause analysis and providing probable causes of incidents and recommendations for resolution
• Coordinates the implementation of corrective and preventative measures
• Assists in the identification and analysis of trends. Communicates observations and provides suggestions for incident reduction measures

Audit Compliance, Data Maintenance & Reporting

• Maintains all environmental, health, safety and security-related data including but not limited to incident data, criminal record checks, compliance data within applicable databases and all other types of information storage systems
• Assists in the audit of compliance records and all other environmental, health, safety and security data
• Prepares and distributes various environmental, health, safety and security-related reports including but not limited to incident reports
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• College degree completed
• Certification in one or more of the following – Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety, Certificate in Environmental Management through a Community College; or University degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences
• 1 to 3 years of environmental, health , safety and security work experience

Understanding of environmental, health and safety regulatory requirements

• Understanding of emergency management requirements
• Strong organizational and coordination skills along with ability to coordinate multiple requirements (i.e. processes, activities, projects, emergency response procedures, etc) simultaneously
• Strong communication skills along with some ability to influence stakeholders
• Strong administrative skills along with ability to maintain and report accurate data
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to exercise good judgment

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

Demonstrates an interest in attaining one or more of the following would be considered an asset:
Safety:

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional from Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals
• Certified Health & Safety Consultant from Canadian Society of Safety Engineering

Security:

• Physical Security Professional from ASIS International
• Certified Protection Professional from ASIS International

Business Continuity:

• Certified Business Continuity Planner from Business Continuity Management Institute