Director of Care

AgeCare

$105K — $112K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant management experience
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Long Term Care
  • Current registered nurse certificate with the provincial College of Nursing
  • Post-secondary education in nursing, nursing administration, or gerontology
  • Diploma or certificate in organizational management

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and schedule resident care activities
  • Respond to resident or family member concerns
  • Report complaints and concerns to the appropriate director
  • Investigate and follow up on complaints
  • Lead the Annual Care Conference Program
  • Ensure the highest standard of resident care
  • Oversee nursing staff performance and maintain care plans

Benefits

  • Opportunity to directly impact resident care and quality of life
  • Work in a collaborative environment with a focus on health and welfare for residents and staff
  • Engagement with residents and families to address concerns and improve care
  • Professional development and training programs
  • Supportive administrative structure for handling complaints and concerns
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:

The Director of Care of the Long-Term Care Home is responsible for the coordination and scheduling of resident care activities in compliance with applicable legislation and the maintenance of an atmosphere conducive to achieving the optimal health and welfare of the residents and staff members.

What Is In It For You:
• Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Administrator.
• Reports any complaints and concerns to the MLTC director as required.
• Investigates and completes required follow-up for any concerns and complaints brought forward.
• Coordination of the Annual Care Conference Program.
• Accountable for the highest standard of resident care and quality of life being provided to the residents through the development and maintenance of appropriate care plans, effective supervision of the performance of nursing staff, provision of the required equipment and supplies and appropriate staffing pattern, nursing services, policies, and procedures.

What You Will Need:
• Minimum of 3 years' relevant management experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Long Term Care.
• Current certificate of competence with the provincial College of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
• Post secondary education in nursing, nursing administration and gerontology.
• Diploma or certificate in organizational management.

Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $112,500.00 per year

Salary placement based on qualifications and experience.

This job posting is for an active, open position, and all applications are reviewed by our team without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Canadian work experience is not required. If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application.

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