RAI Coordinator - Temporary Full-time (FT) - Bay Ridges

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:

Full time

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.