Clinical Team Lead – Registered Respiratory Therapist – Complex Respiratory Care at Somerset West Community Health Centre — NeverHard

Career Opportunity Position Title: Clinical Team Lead – Registered Respiratory Therapist – Complex Respiratory Care Classification: Manager, Level 1 Job Type: Regular, full time (35 hrs/week) Department: Integrated Health Services Location: 2249 Carling Ave Reporting to: Manager of Health Services Compensation: $81 645.2-$96 296.2 annually plus a comprehensive package that includes time-off entitlements, health benefits, life insurance, and participation in the HOOPP pension plan. Deadline to apply: September 10, 2026, at 5:00pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About us We are Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC), a non-profit, community-governed organization that serves over 18,000 clients annually. Established in 1978, SWCHC provides a wide range of health care services such as primary health care, health promotion, community development, mental health, and harm reduction. We are deeply connected to the communities we serve and committed to removing barriers to accessing services for people who experience vulnerabilities because of their age, income, ability, sexual orientation or gender identity, and language or culture. SWCHC strives to ensure that our team reflects the communities we serve. We work within an anti-racist, anti-oppressive framework that acknowledges the existence and impacts of systemic racism and seeks to ensure that systems are fair and equitable for everyone. What the Program Entails The Complex Respiratory Care program is a community-based respiratory therapy outreach service that supports individuals with complex respiratory needs who are living in the community, as well as those transitioning from acute or sub-acute care settings back to community living. The program provides in-home respiratory assessment, education, training, and tracheostomy tube changes for medically stable individuals with tracheostomies or those requiring ventilator assistance. Our services are designed to support clients and their families in safely managing respiratory care at home and promoting successful community integration. What You’ll Do The Clinical Team Lead will be responsible for overseeing clinical operations within the Complex Respiratory Care program, ensuring clinical excellence and maintaining high-functioning workflows. This position provides direct oversight of daily clinical activities, supports decision-making across the care continuum and ensures consistent, safe, and efficient service delivery in alignment with organizational standards, procedures and regulatory requirements. The Clinical Team Lead will work closely with the Manager of Health Services and plays a key role in operational planning, coordinating and monitoring team activities, identifying learning needs, and providing coaching and mentorship to team members. The Clinical Team Lead will also support program development and implementation, while fostering and maintaining collaborative relationships with community partner organizations to ensure the delivery of high-quality care. In addition, the Clinical Team Lead will fill the role of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), working with a multidisciplinary team providing high-quality care to clients with complex respiratory needs across the Champlain region. This role requires a strong background in home mechanical ventilation and airway management. The RRT will be responsible for performing comprehensive respiratory assessments, providing education to clients and caregivers, and supporting staff within the circle of care. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- What We’re Looking For ❖ Life and Work Experience 4 years’ experience related to clinical field 2 years of critical care experience 2 years of leadership experience preferred Knowledge of acts or legislation that govern practice: Registered Health Professionals Act (RHPA), Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Infection, Prevention and Control Measures (IPAC) Understanding of primary health care and the social determinants of health Experience working with home mechanical ventilation in adult populations and familiarity with home mechanical ventilation Experience with airway clearance techniques and strong airway management skills Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with an interdisciplinary team Ability to liaise with external partners and advocate for clients Ability to facility individual and group training sessions ❖ Your Education Path Successful completion of a Diploma from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program Current Active general certificate of registration with CRTO Valid personal liability insurance Current CPR Level C Certified Respiratory Educator (preferred) ❖ Required Language Bilingual, English and French, preferred Other additional languages an asset What You Bring to the Table Strong interpersonal, communication and organization skills Ability to liaise with external partners and to advocate for clients Comfortable working in a busy environment with multiple demands Proficiency in computers, various software applications and electronic medical record systems Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to facilitate individual and group training sessions Valid driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Your Day-to-Day at a Glance As our Clinical Team Lead – Registered Respiratory Therapist, your responsibilities are: Clinical Leadership and Operational Oversight Oversee and coordinate daily clinical operations and provide decision support to the Complex Respiratory Care team to ensure safe and efficient service delivery Provider clinical leadership, coaching and mentorship to RRTs within the Complex Respiratory Care program Ensure clinical documentation and charting align with Complex Respiratory Care program protocols and medical directives, as well as CRTO requirements Support the Manager of Health Services with performance discussions, workflow planning and program development Oversee orientation and training of new RRT hire and support ongoing professional development Outreach Respiratory Therapy Provide leadership in client-centered care by adhering to professional standards and applying current respiratory guidelines Provide client and caregiver training through on-site education in various settings, including clients’ homes, hospitals (assisting with discharge back into the community), and community agencies Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team to manage shared roster of complex respiratory patients Operate within an enhanced scope of practice and apply RT-led protocols and medical directives to develop and optimize treatment plans for clients Establish and maintain strong communication pathways between clients, physicians, specialists, hospitals, and other community partners ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Somerset West Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of the individuals and communities we serve. This posting is for a currently vacant position that we intend to fill through this recruitment process. We welcome and encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and racialized communities, Two- Spirit, nonbinary, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, and members of other equity-seeking groups. If you are interested in this opportunity but do not meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply. We recognize that relevant experience, transferable skills, and different career paths can bring valuable perspectives and strengths to our team. Applicants are encouraged to share any accessibility needs during the application process, and every effort will be made to provide appropriate accommodation. We sincerely appreciate your interest in working with us. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to confirm receipt of or respond to inquiries regarding individual applications. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted