Home care manager

Alberta Health Services’ Wetaskiwin Mall based in Wetaskiwin, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Home care manager. Alberta Health Services’ Wetaskiwin Mall serves as a local health hub, providing essential healthcare services to the community. With a commitment to accessible and quality care, this facility caters to diverse medical needs. From preventive health measures to specialized services, Alberta Health Services in Wetaskiwin Mall is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of residents. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Alberta Health Services (AHS)
Position: Home care manager
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $37.88 to $64.97 hourly
Employment Type: Temp F/T Benefits
Union: Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Unit and Program: Home Care
Location: Wetaskiwin Mall, Wetaskiwin, AB, Canada
Negotiable Location: Within Central Zone
Shifts: Days only (7.75 hours per shift and Saturday/Sunday off)
Length of Shift in weeks: 2
Shifts per cycle: 10
Job ID: ALB00387626

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have baccalaureate degree in nursing with strong clinical background in nursing
Experience: Candidates should have 3 years home care experience within the last five years’ management and and experience relevant to nursing practice in home care

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should demonstrate a clear pattern of professional and personal development
• The candidates should demonstrate the ability to identify potential gaps in care and work collaboratively to ensure client needs are met, delivering exceptional and individualized care
• The candidates should demonstrate the ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including but not limited to acute care
• The candidates should have the ability to prioritize and achieve results in a fast-paced and changing environment
• The candidates should exhibit excellent organizational and time management skills, be self-directed, and demonstrate the ability to work independently using sound professional judgment
• The candidates should have the ability to provide effective education and client teaching

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle in good repair for work-related travel and current license or active registration from the appropriate professional body
• The candidates should hold a current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification and strong background in recruitment along with experience with RMS (Recruitment Management System)
• The candidates should possess a working knowledge of relevant community resources along with transitional resources
• The candidates should have proven leadership skills, including team building, resource management, conflict resolution, and written and verbal communication, as well as facilitation/change management
• The candidates should be solution-oriented with a focus on decision-making and resolving complex issues and have geriatric experience/certification with training in case management principles
• The candidates should possess knowledge of the continuing care sector and excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The candidates should demonstrate critical thinking and decision-making skills.
  The candidates should have strong assessment skills
• The candidates should have experience in wound care, palliative care, and the provision of home parenteral therapy
• The candidates should have computer knowledge/skills, specific to the Meditech application, Microsoft Word, and Outlook

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to handle day-to-day operational duties of managing a Home Care office, including, but not limited to: mentorship and development of staff, assisting with staff scheduling, addressing client concerns, and implementing and maintaining standards of practice
• The candidates should be able to work closely with community partners, both contracted and non-contracted, to ensure home care clients can remain in their home for as long as possible
• The candidates should be able to demonstrate good time management, critical thinking abilities, and the capability to work both independently and within a team environment to promote client-centered care

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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