RAI Coordinator

Job Description

Mission:
Reporting to the Director of Care, the RAI-MDS Coordinator is responsible for supporting the longterm care home in the management and sustainability of RAI-MDS processes to ensure the validity 
of clinical and quality outcomes that support the provision of care and services, in accordance with 
best practice, interRAI and legislative requirements.
Key Outcomes:
Living core values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence 
Adheres to organizational standards as they relate to continuous quality improvement and 
through the provision of a holistic Resident centered, multidisciplinary care approach.
Cultivates collaborative relationships with all staff, residents, and families. 
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and monitor RAI-MDS processes within the home according to organizational 
policies and procedures, legislative requirements, standards of practice and inter-RAI 
requirements (CIHI) 
Develop and maintain a current Resident assessment schedule and ensure it is accessible 
to all RAI users. 
Maintain efficient processes for data collection to ensure a complete and accurate 
assessment that supports an individualized and comprehensive Plan of Care. 
Facilitate RAI-MDS and application training (Point Click Care, Point of Care), provide 
ongoing leadership and mentoring assisting with knowledge application to support data 
accuracy and proficiency of all users. 
Implement processes that support identifying gaps/discrepancies and provide ongoing 
education to reinforce knowledge, promote capacity and enhance staff competency. 
Monitor RAI-MDS assessments, resident assessment protocols/clinical assessment 
protocols and care plan reviews for completion in accordance with required timelines. 
Monitor, analyze and evaluate generated outcomes to support continuous quality 
improvement. 
Generate RAI-MDS output reports and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, 
facilitate their use in clinical and operational decision-making. 
Maintain ongoing review/audits of MDS assessment data elements and all resource 
utilization groups for accuracy and optimization potential prior to quarterly submissions.
Manages RAI-MDS submissions within required timelines, review CIHI reports and MDS 
corrections and resubmissions when necessary. 
Manage and support all Relias LMS users in the home and ensure successful completion of 
the annual competency evaluations. 
Perform other duties as assigned. 
 
Role Profile Approved by: Date: 
Required Education, Credentials and Experience: 
Currently regulated or licensed health care practitioner. 
A minimum of three (3) years clinical, project leadership or management experience 
Demonstrated interest in the RAI Coordinator role and MDS program. 
Minimal 1-year experience in the RAI Coordinator role (preferred) 
Current knowledge of RAI-MDS 2.0 and experience in the use of Point Click Care system 
and Point of Care is an asset. 
Thorough knowledge of LTC legislation, program standards, including documentation 
Demonstrated success leading new initiatives. 
Effective inter-departmental communication and leadership skills are necessary. 
Demonstration of well-developed oral and written communication skills. 
Knowledge and experience with adult education strategies and facilitation. 
Previous experience presenting to groups. 
Well-organized, with excellent time management skills. 
The ability to work with and relate to interdisciplinary team members and other internal 
stakeholders. 
Strong and effective problem-solving abilities. 
Proficient computer skills 
Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).
Core Competencies: 
Accountability: Takes ownership and holds self and others accountable to deliver high 
quality, timely and cost-effective results. 
Business Acumen: Understands financial and operational aspects and implications that 
are essential to achieve superior business results. 
Coaching & Developing Talent: Building capability of self, individuals, and teams by 
engaging in feedback, coaching, learning and development. Building capability of self, 
individuals, and teams by engaging in feedback, coaching, learning and development. 
Customer Focus: Keeping the customer in mind to deliver the highest possible quality of 
care, service, and choices. 
Execution Excellence: Optimizes available resources and pursues implementation to
consistently achieve exceptional outcomes. 
Innovative Thinking: Identifies, develops, and implements new and innovative solutions to 
enhance opportunity, efficiency, and quality. 
Teamwork and Collaboration: Inspires and fosters a team environment and works 
collaboratively to achieve business goals and objectives.

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.​