Unit Coordinator

Job Description

Tuxedo Villa - .4 EFT Evening/Weekend - Unit Coordinator

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of 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. 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Reporting to the Director of Care, the Unit Coordinator assists in the directing and organizing of resident care and services according to Extendicare's vision, policy and procedures.

Participates in the Quality Assurance/Improvement Program of the Home to ensure the effective, efficient delivery of a high standard of resident care.

Assists with the effective use of budgeted resources to provide health care within the facility and is an active member of the leadership team.

Acquire, organize, direct/supervise and develop team members for the effective, efficient provision of health care and services to the residents by modeling behavior in line with Extendicare expectations and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Organize, direct/supervise and develop team members for the effective, efficient provision of health care and services to the residents

• Developing and implementing education and quality improvement planning to staff 

• Attend and participate in committee/program meetings 

• Provide frontline presence on the units to support, evaluate and better understand quality and educational opportunities  

• Identify gaps in training and education and develop solutions 

• Adheres to established policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, and environment and infection control. 

• Other duties as deemed necessary for operational requirements. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba
Must be knowledgeable in principles and philosophy of long-term care with supervision experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills that develop a positive work and living environment;
Understanding of change management, organizational development with proven success;
Solid understanding of Quality Improvement and Assurance programs
Mentally and physically able to perform duties as outlined which includes ability to maintain regular attendance in addition to work in a very dynamic environment.
Resident-directed and centred attitude, with an emphasis on building and maintaining relationships with residents, their families, team members and the community
Ability to generate sound, creative solutions and new approaches to daily challenges and which maximize the short and long-term goals of the facility.
 

Time Type:

At Extendicare, we've spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.​

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We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

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Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.​

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.​

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Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.​