Why work at FAIRHAVEN?
Fairhaven is one of the leading-edge Long Term Care facilities in Ontario. We have 256 residents and 280 staff members who function in a team environment. The key to our success is our employees. A caring manner and compassion are two of the traits that are important to us at Fairhaven.
We offer the following employment benefits:
- Competitive wages
- A rewarding career
- Flexible hours
- An employee assistance program (EAP) all employees and their families
- Opportunity for professional development
- A comprehensive benefits package (applicable to certain position only)
FAIRHAVEN Recruitment:
Current Open Job Postings:
Director Resident Care
Fairhaven, established in 1960, is a 256 bed, long-term care home jointly owned by the municipalities of the City and County of Peterborough. As the needs of the community have changed, Fairhaven has responded by expanding its scope and reaching out to serve the continuum of needs in the long-term care sector to individuals of all ages. Our compassionate attitude is reflected in our Mission Statement “Committed to enhancing the quality of life in a caring and safe environment.” We value respect, dignity, teamwork, partnerships and resident focused care. The Director of Resident Care’s role is part of an interdisciplinary senior management team and reports to the Executive Director.
We are seeking a dynamic, results-oriented professional who demonstrates a creative and collaborative management style. You will be responsible for providing innovative leadership in the delivery of high quality resident care. The scope of this role encompasses effective management of financial and human resources, overseeing resident care through the departments of nursing and personal care, program development collaboration, management of Programs Support Services, and Family and Client Relations program, plus liaising with residents, family members, staff, volunteers and visitors.
Qualifications:
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse (Bachelor of Science in Nursing required)
- Minimum 5 years long-term care management/leadership experience
- You demonstrate an understanding and commitment to a resident focused care philosophy, combined with the skill in clinical operations, Accreditation process, quality and risk management, policy creation, new strategies and procedures development and implementation
- You have strong management skills with demonstrated leadership ability
- You demonstrate effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- You are an effective decision maker, negotiator, and facilitator with the ability to nurture a cooperative work environment
- Computer application efficiency in Point Click Care , RAI, Excel, Word, and Outlook Express
- You have knowledge and experience in managing nursing and personal care and Programs Support Services that meet the requirements of The Long-Term Care Homes Act, and government legislation.
Salary:
- A competitive salary and benefit package is offered.
Job Description:
Director Resident Care Job Description
To apply for this opportunity, please send your resume outlining how your experience, knowledge and personal attributes are a good fit with the requirements of this position and philosophy of Fairhaven, by Friday, March 2, 2012 to:
Human Resources Manager
881 Dutton Road, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 7S4
Email: ldecarlo@fairhavenltc.com
Fax: 705-743-6292
We appreciate receiving all applications, however, only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Please note that if hired, your employment with Fairhaven will be contingent on receipt of a police and vulnerable sector screening free of criminal activities and satisfactory to Fairhaven’s screening policy.
Continuously Accepting Resumes For The Following Positions:
- Cook
- Kitchen Aide
Position Description – Kitchen Aide
- Personal Support Worker
- Housekeeping Attendant
Position Description – Housekeeping Attendant
- Linen Attendant
Position Description – Linen Attendant
- Maintenance Worker
Position Description – Maintenance Worker
- Activationist
Position Description – Activationist
- Registered Nurse
- Registered Practical Nurse
Application Information
In order to be considered for employment with FAIRHAVEN in certain positions, you may require specific certification/licenses, please review each position description prior to application. All positions at FAIRHAVEN will require the following before an official offer of employment is made:
- A completed Police Record Check, including vulnerable sector screening, which is not older than 3 months.
- A completed Physical Fitness Test will be completed on-site prior to final employment offer.
FAIRHAVEN is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.
FAIRHAVEN will only use the information you provide in response to a job ad, for recruitment purposes, and your application will be kept on file for six (6) months.
Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please apply in writing, indicating your position of interest to:
Human Resources Manager
FAIRHAVEN
881 Dutton Road
Peterborough, ON K9H 7S4
or by email to: ldecarlo@fairhavenltc.com
