Director of Care (DOC)

Job Description

Director of Care

Long-Term Care Homes Ontario Alberta & Manitoba (including Brandon MB)

Build Your Leadership Career with Extendicare

Extendicare is currently hiring experienced healthcare leaders for Director of Care opportunities within our Long-Term Care homes across Ontario Alberta and Manitoba including an immediate opening in Brandon Manitoba.

Qualified candidates may also be considered for other active Director of Care opportunities within our network based on their experience qualifications and location preferences.

Relocation Bonus

A relocation bonus of $5000 is available for the Executive Director position in Brandon Manitoba for eligible candidates who require relocation.

Why Join Extendicare

At Extendicare we believe our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to creating an environment where leaders can grow develop and make a meaningful impact. As part of our team you can expect:

• Opportunities for leadership growth and career advancement
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Meaningful work that positively impacts residents and families
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Access to a national network of healthcare leaders and resources
• The opportunity to help shape the future of senior care in Canada

Position of Director of Care (DOC)

The Director of Care is responsible for leading clinical operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality resident-centered care within the long-term care home.

Responsibility:

• Cultivate Lead and support the care team while fostering a collaborative high-performing and positive work environment.
• Train Ensure staff receive ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• Financial Stewardship Manage staffing and nursing department finances in alignment with care standards and budget requirements.
• Comply Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations accreditation standards and employment legislation.
• Risk Management Address resident concerns and mitigate clinical risks while ensuring timely action on critical incidents.
• Customer Service Respond to feedback from residents families vendors and team members with empathy and professionalism.
• Resident Care Oversee resident assessments and individualized care planning to support quality care outcomes.
• Collaborate Work closely with leadership care teams residents and families to optimize resident care.
• Improve Lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance resident safety wellness and satisfaction.
• Strategic Planning Develop operational and staffing plans that support clinical excellence and home priorities.
• Community Partnership Collaborate with vendors and community health partners to strengthen resident care and training initiatives.
• Values Alignment Promote and uphold the organizations Mission Vision Values and ethical standards.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Nursing; Masters degree preferred.

Current and unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with the applicable Provincial licensing body is required.

Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience in addition to at least 2 years in a leadership role in a long-term care facility or other health facility.

Working knowledge of long-term care regulations standards and best practices.

Demonstrated expertise in leadership communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and build positive relationships.

Proven track record of implementing quality improvement initiatives and achieving positive resident outcomes.

Proficient in electronic health records (EHR) systems and other relevant technology.

Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Equity Inclusion & Accommodation

Extendicare is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request. We are committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace where all team members feel valued and respected.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced leader passionate about delivering exceptional resident care and operational excellence we encourage you to apply.

Qualified candidates will be considered for current Executive Director openings across Extendicares network including the immediate opportunity in Brandon Manitoba as well as other active vacancies that align with their experience and location preferences.

Time Type

Full Time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Time Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

At Extendicare weve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing quality of life for the people we serve across Canada. When you join Extendicare you become part of a compassionate mission-driven team committed to supporting care delivery in homes and communities nationwide. Our corporate roles play a vital part in enabling front-line teams to provide exceptional experiences for clients and families. Together we foster a culture of collaboration innovation and accountabilitycreating solutions that strengthen our services and improve lives every day.

We arecommitted to providing competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. This opportunity is areplacement for an existing roleand to support transparency a hiring range may be included with this posting. Howeverfinal salary offers are based on a variety of factorssuch as your skills experience education and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer acomprehensive suite of benefitsdesigned 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.

We mayuse artificial intelligence (AI) toolsto support certain stages of the recruitment process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team butdo notreplace human judgment every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. Ifyou wouldlike more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

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.

Required Experience:

Director

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1