Team Lead

As a member of the Seniors Health management team, the Team Lead is responsible for planning, organizing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of their teams. This position includes recruitment, supervision, education and performance management of Health Care Aides in the Home Care environment. The Team Leader also provides nursing services within the scope of the LPN.

Supervises Health Care Aides. Providing guidance and supportive mentoring for delegated procedures. Evaluating care given according to Health Care Aide competencies. Reviews charting and related client care. Suggests areas of improvement. Conducts performance conversations. Monitors time and attendance. Reviews and approves mileage claims and time sheets. Collaborates with external partners to resolve concerns and promote strong working relationships. Reviews and investigates safety reports submitted by staff. Communicates trends and actions in safety reporting to the whole management team as appropriate. Co-ordinates scheduling. Assigning staff based on appropriate skills, assessed needs of clients and required scheduling provisions. Investigates concerns raised due to scheduling needs or unsafe home environments. Co-ordinates orientation and staff development. Facilitates providing new staff orientation. Organizes and provides services. Oversight of ongoing education. Signs off delegated procedures for the Health Care Aide within the scope of the Licensed Practical Nurse. Assists Health Care Aides in obtaining certification with registering for programs and offering tutoring and proctor services. Performs regular ride-a-longs with the Health Care Aides to observe care issues and interactions with clients. Coaches and mentors staff needing improvement in knowledge or skill development. Recruitment and selection including need for replacement of positions, posting and approvals in RMS, interviews and hiring. Contributes to the team. Reports on caseload and staffing in a timely manner. Participates in team meetings. Promoting and supporting AHS values. Provides service coverage in absence of the Care Manager. Completes leadership rounding and brings insights back to the team.

Licensed Practical Nurse diploma or certificate required. Active registration in good standing with CLHA. Minimum 5 years of LPN experience.

Valid Driver's License non-GDL. Have a reliable vehicle. Must be able to travel.

Home Care experience. Management experience. Connect Care training.