Hillside Pines - Director of Education & HR (Temporary 12-Month Maternity Leave)

Job Description

Director of Education & HR (Temporary

12-Month Maternity Leave)

Hillside

Pines is an Eden Alternative long-term care home dedicated to creating a warm,

safe, and person-directed community for Elders and care partners. We are

currently seeking a Director of Human Resources & Education, a key

leadership role that supports our mission of fostering a workplace where people

feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. This is a unique opportunity to

lead both HR and education services under one portfolio—strengthening our

culture of continuous learning, ensuring compliance, supporting care partner

development, and contributing directly to an engaged, thriving workforce.

Key

Responsibilities

Human

Resources Leadership

Participate

in recruitment, retention, onboarding, health and safety, and HR policy

initiatives.

Lead

consistent and effective orientation processes across all departments.

• Prepare HR metrics and reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Maintain accurate and organized personnel records, payroll information, and confidential care partner files.
• Oversee the collection, organization and management of care partner information to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficient HR operations.

Maintain

HR policies, ensure compliance with legislation, and recommend updates as

needed.

Administer

benefits and pension programs in accordance with best practices.

Support

progressive discipline processes and performance management systems.

Education

& Training Leadership

Ensure

training meets all regulatory requirements and maintain accurate education

records.

Create

and update training materials, manuals, and online learning content.

Mentor

and support care partners, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Ensure

compliance with Occupational Health & Safety training requirements and

quality management standards.

Acts

as the primary administrator for both Niuz communication and Surge Learning,

overseeing platform use, maintaining content and assignments, and supporting

care partners with access, troubleshooting, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Completion

of a formal education program (Certificate, Bachelor’s, or Graduate level) in Human

Resources or Education

Minimum

3 years of experience in a Human Resources, Education, or management role.

Long-Term

Care experience considered an asset.

Strong

knowledge of HR legislation, policies, and best practices.

Exceptional

communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

Highly

proactive, innovative, and collaborative approach to work.

Strong

organizational and analytical abilities.

Proficiency

in Microsoft Suite

Benefits

Enrollment in the Nova Scotia Health

Employees’ Pension Plan (NSHEPP)

Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Please

submit your cover letter and resume, to :

Chief

Executive Officer (CEO)

c / o

Hillside Pines

77

Exhibition Drive

Bridgewater, 3K6

Or

email

Closing

date for applications : January 5th, 2026

Thank

you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be

contacted.

Hillside Pines is committed to creating an

inclusive environment that values, respects and supports the different

perspectives, cultures, and experiences. We believe that providing a workplace

rich in diversity inspires all members of our team.

About Hillside Pines Director of Education & HR (Temporary 12-Month Maternity Leave) Hillside Pines is an Eden Alternative long-term care home dedicated to creating a...