Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Manager (Mississauga, REF)

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Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (“Yee Hong”) is one of the largest not-for-profit, culturally-appropriate seniors care organizations in Canada. At several campuses of care and other service locations across the Greater Toronto Area, Yee Hong offers a full continuum of services including active seniors programs, adult day programs, caregiver support services, transportation, meals on wheels, congregate dining, home care, long-term care, and hospice/palliative care. Yee Hong’s vision is “Seniors living their lives to the fullest – with health, independence and dignity”. In their living setting of choice, seniors and their families are supported to optimize their physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being. Yee Hong also supports other organizations with innovating seniors care through its advisory services, training and learning centre, and research.  Since the start of our operations 1994, Yee Hong has been successfully accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada seven consecutive times for our teams’ commitment to highest quality care and service excellence.

As a recipient of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Award in 2020 and renewed in 2021 and 2022, Yee Hong is committed to innovation, diversity, teamwork, integrity, collaboration and accountability. Our people are the reason our residents and clients receive excellent care and enjoy a high quality of life. Yee Hong’s progressive organizational culture and work environment attract, retain and develop the best staff, volunteers and students. Yee Hong is inviting applicants to apply for this exciting opportunity. We commit to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, and offer a rewarding career as a member of our stellar team.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the IPAC Manager will ensure that there is an organized infection prevention and control program that meets regulatory requirements and is in line with IPAC standards. The IPAC Manager will implement and oversee infection prevention and control best practices that promote the safety of residents/clients, staff, volunteers, visitors and physicians across all Yee Hong sites.  

• Current Registered Nurse, Registered Practical Nurse, Allied Health Professional or equivalent, in good standing.
• Current CPR Certificate
• Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) certificate
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC), through Infection Prevention and Control Canada (IPAC) required or a willingness to obtain within next 1 year.
• Experience in a supervisory, educator position, preferably in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Complex Continuing Care, with relevant experience working in infection control and prevention is required.
• Previous experience in long-term care or health care sector is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of adult learning principles and teaching methods to facilitate learning preferred
• Ability to organize, plan, and work independently
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
• Strong computer skills, including but not limited to Point Click Care and MS Office suite
• Ability to think critically, analyze information and problem solve effectively
• Flexible, team-player, able to build and maintain positive working relationships
• Good knowledge of current directives and legislation in long term care
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and demonstrate sound decision making, time management and administrative skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to exercise empathy and discretion, patience and oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with residents, the public, staff and external service providers.
• Ability to work some evenings, weekends along with being on-call as required
• Fluency in Cantonese/Mandarin an asset

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to all resident care elements through regular resident contact.

Interested applicants may apply by October 18, 2024 quoting reference number REF

Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:

• Competitive total compensation package
• Multi-employer pension plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing learning and development
• Employee education assistance program
• Award winning corporate culture
• Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.

Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate

For current Yee Hong employees, please indicate your Employee Number on the resume