Home:
Heartwood, Long-Term CareSalary Range:
$90,000 - $105,000 Status:
Full-time, temporary (1yr) vacancyReporting to the Regional Director, the Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and operation of the Long-Term Care Home. This role ensures high standards of resident-centred care, compliance with legislation and accreditation standards, financial sustainability, and the creation of a positive environment for residents, families, staff, and community partners. The Executive Director acts as the primary liaison with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders while fostering a culture of respect, dignity, and excellence in service delivery.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the Home's mission, values, and objectives are achieved.
- Oversee the delivery of safe, effective, and resident-focused care and services in accordance with applicable legislation and standards.
- Direct financial management, including preparation and administration of operating and capital budgets.
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate management and staff, fostering a culture of accountability, respect, and professional development.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and reporting requirements.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives, risk management strategies, and performance monitoring processes.
- Maintain positive relationships with residents, families, staff, unions, volunteers, community partners, and government representatives.
- Represent the Home with professionalism in all external relations and sector engagement activities.
Knowledge and Skills Required:- Post-secondary degree (minimum three-year program) or diploma (minimum two-year program) in
- health or social services.
- Completion of the Long-Term Care Home Administrator's Certification (minimum 100 hours of instruction)
- or currently enrolled in the program.
- "Ontario Fire Safety: Training for Owners/Operators" Course Certificate.
- Meets the requirements of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act (FLTCA) with respect to qualifications for Administrators.
- Minimum of three (3) years of progressive leadership experience:
- In a managerial or supervisory role within the health or social services sector; or In another managerial capacity, provided the Long-Term Care Administrator Certificate has been successfully completed.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively with strong communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
- Proven organizational, time management, and multi-tasking abilities in a dynamic environment.
- Customer-focused approach with the ability to foster strong relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners.
- Innovative thinker with the ability to develop creative solutions and implement improvements.
- Sound knowledge of applicable legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and long-term care regulations.
- Working knowledge of financial management, including basic accounting principles and budget oversight.
- Genuine commitment to person-centered care and a passion for serving older adults.
- Flexibility to participate in the manager on-call rotation schedule. More information will be provided during the interview process.
- A negative vulnerable sector check completed within 6 months of hire date.
- Completion of a 2 Step TB Skin test within the last 12 months.
Working Conditions: - Full-time position, typically Monday to Friday, with flexibility required for evenings and weekends as operational needs arise.
- Regular on-site presence in both office and resident care areas; frequent interaction with residents, families, staff, and visitors.
- On-call availability is required to respond to urgent matters, emergencies, or operational issues.
- Work may involve high levels of responsibility, multiple competing priorities, and the need for sound decision-making under pressure.
- Occasional travel may be required for training, meetings, or sector-related events.
- Must comply with all health, safety, and infection prevention and control policies, including immunization requirements.
