Director of Health Care Services

GEM Health Care Group has been operating in Atlantic Canada since 1979 in the Seniors' Healthcare sector. We are a leader in diversity and inclusion, and are our team continues to grow.The Director of Care (DOC) is responsible for the coordination of all health services at the facility to ensure that all aspects of resident health are developed, planned, implemented, evaluated and are consistent with the mission and values of GEM Health Care Group. As the leader of the Health Care Services Department, the DOC oversees the disciplines of nursing, occupational therapy and physiotherapy. Responsibilities Responsibilities and Duties:Work closely with other senior management to ensure that the policies and procedures of each department in the facility complement nursing requirements, dietary plans and recreation plansAssist in the negotiation of Collective Agreements as well as other union procedures when requiredParticipate in the recruitment and orientation process for Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Dieticians, nursing staff and administrative staff positionsMaintain an inventory control system to ensure that all provisions, drug and medical supplies, and materials are adequately accounted for to ensure their proper care and useEncourage staff learning, research and self development to not only motivate staff but to benefit the facility residentsParticipate in the review of all risk management issues as they relate to health care services, such as incident reports review and medication errorsDevelop partnerships and linkages with the community to ensure that the facility is planning services to meet the changing needs of an aging population Qualifications Basic Requirements:Registered Nurse in the Province of Nova ScotiaMinimum 5 years management experience in a long term care settingStrong communication skills, both verbal and written in EnglishHighly organized and detail orientedFinancial management and budgeting skillsStrong computer literacy and technical skills. More specifically Microsoft and electronic documentation platformsFlexible leadership style and coaching skills to support and empower staff About GEM Health Care Group GEM Health Care Group is a Nova Scotian, family run business which has been enhancing the lives of seniors in the communities where they operate since 1979.We continue to remain a leader in transforming how health care is delivered to seniors in Nova Scotia and we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment.GEM currently operates various levels of seniors' care facilities throughout Nova Scotia, Ontario, and in Hollywood, Florida. Other Information Benefits:Company eventsDental careExtended health careOn-site parkingPaid time offRRSP matchVision care