Support Services Manager at Extendicare

Kingston, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Management, Housekeeping, Laundry, Maintenance, Budget Management, Inventory Management, Performance Management, Safety Program Management, Quality Care, Team Leadership, Contract Management, Policy Development, Health And Safety, Environmental Services, Communication, Customer Satisfaction

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description Job Description At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our leadership team, you will assume ultimate responsibility for providing high quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff. If you’re passionate about leading a team that is committed to quality care and driven by innovation and growth, join us! This position is for our Limestone Ridge Home, located in Kingston, Ontario. What you’ll be doing Manage the housekeeping, laundry and maintenance departments to achieve high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, to provide quality linen service, and to maintain a safe within ECI’s policies and procedures, and all applicable standards, legislation and regulations. Maintain all aspects of hiring and performance management of departmental staff. Supervision of contractors’ work to ensure fulfilment of contractual obligations. Preparation and management of departmental budgets, inventory management and control, including purchase of departmental supplies and equipment. Maintenance of departmental policy and procedure manuals. Contract tendering in consultation with ECI consultants, and with approval of Executive Director. All aspects of management of quality and quantity of services and products provided/ produced by departmental staff. All aspects of departmental safety program management, including preventative maintenance, and repair of equipment. Maintenance of records, statistics, and reports in accordance with ECI and home policies, and all applicable legislation and standards. What you bring Post-secondary degree or diploma required Minimum of two (2) years experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity Environmental services certificate in a recognized program Knowledge of evidence-based practices and/or, if there are none, prevailing practices relating to housekeeping, laundry and maintenance, as applicable Formal training in building maintenance or Operator B Certificate, an asset. Health and safety certification, an asset. What you’ll get: Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others Employee Family Assistance Program Robust benefits package. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada. Time Type: Full time When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes. Our Mission “Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance. Our Vision Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Our Values At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us. Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations. Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents. Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others. Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers. Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication. Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.

Responsibilities

The Support Services Manager will manage housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance departments to ensure high standards of cleanliness and safety. They will also oversee hiring, performance management, budget preparation, and compliance with policies and regulations.