Timiskaming Home Support is a district-wide agency that provides services to the elderly and people with physical disabilities, enabling them to remain at home. Timiskaming Home Support services an area from Sesekinika in the North to Temagami in the South, from Gowganda in the West to the Quebec border in the East.

Vision

Living at home – your choice, our goal

To enable individuals to remain in their home environment of choice by providing services that are:

• Accessible.
• Quality driven.
• Innovative.

Mission

To provide services that support the well-being of the elderly and adults with physical disabilities in the District of Timiskaming to enable them to remain in their home.

The Transportation Team Lead, under the direction of the Finance & Operations Manager, is responsible for the provision, development and administration of Transportation Services for future and existing Timiskaming Home Support clients living in the District of Timiskaming.

• Maintain current client files and safeguard confidentiality of clients.
• Promote program and program activities to referral sources, local organizations and the general public.
• Participate in community and THS activities and meetings.
• Maintain accurate client and activity data in the data management software; maintain and compile monthly statistical reports.
• Direct and implement services according to established policies & procedures, Standard Operating Guidelines, and relevant legislation.
• Develop marketing plans using paper, radio, social media, posters, presentations, etc.
• Facilitate client satisfaction surveys.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders (staff, clients, suppliers and community partners).
• Train, supervise and support front line staff work/activities to uphold quality service standards and to comply with policies, procedures and legislation standards.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement of service delivery.
• Oversee the maintenance, upkeep and repairs on all THS program equipment and vehicles.
• Handle and resolve any service complaints.
• Ensure Health and Safety legislative requirements are met in all aspects of transportation service delivery.
• Provide backup/coverage for other Team Lead assignments as necessary.
• Perform various additional duties as required or as assigned, including on-call responsibilities.
• Provide care/service management according to policies, procedures and legislation for clients qualifying or not qualifying for services utilizing assessment tools in cooperation with clients.
• Implement and monitor care/service and referral process, follow-up, reassessment, ongoing care/service management, ongoing case documentation and termination (as per directed by THS guidelines, policies and procedures).
• Plan timely schedules of program care/service delivery and activities.
• Collaborate with all THS Client Services Coordinators and THS program Team Leads to deliver care/services to all THS clients.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Home and Community Health Services and Programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong Computer skills.
• Superior customer service skills demonstrated to both internal and external customers.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; French is considered an asset.
• Proven communication skills to interact effectively with staff and all stakeholders in order to direct workflow, assess performance and assign duties.
• Ability to problem solve and work with minimal supervision; exercise good judgment.
• Valid driver’s license Class G and access to a vehicle is mandatory; clean driver's abstract required (provided annually).
• Post-secondary education, including a Diploma or Degree in Gerontology, Social Services or RPN or PSW with experience.
• Some supervisory experience/skills is considered an asset.
• Previous experience working with the frail elderly is considered an asset.

Note: This posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or requirements. THS reserves the right to modify the duties or requirements of the position as needed.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume and cover letter in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

THS is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of THS. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Upon individual request, THS will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.

Applications can be submitted directly to ssemple@homesupportservices.ca

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,783.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-10-28