Job Title: Assistant Director of Care

Location: Baddeck, NS

Department: Administration

Reports to: Director of Care

Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Summary:

We are seeking an Assistant Director of Care (ADOC) to lead our resident care department, with a focus on quality assurance from a nursing perspective. This person will contribute to admissions and direct clinical care within our home with a focus on the CCA team, with the Mission and Vision of Alderwood top of mind, to ensure resident-centred care is a priority. The role also contributes to promoting the health and wellbeing of the residents and their families through collaboration and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting directly to the Director of Care (DOC), the ADOC will work in partnership with the DOC, and leadership team within the facility to provide exceptional resident-centered care for the residents we serve.

Admissions

• Assist DOC and Care Coordinator with the admission process as needed.

Clinical Care

• Promote quality of life for every resident and their families including meaningful activities and simple pleasures
• Perform quality audits to ensure plan of care is being executed and documented according to resident wishes and capabilities and investigate incidents related to resident wellbeing and safety
• Fill in for RN/LPN: provide direct care as needed
• Perform additional leadership roles as assigned by DOC

Onboarding & Orientation

• Coordinate and oversee new employee orientation sessions, ensuring consistency and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with DOC and HR Coordinator to ensure departmental onboarding is well-structured and timely.
• Manage and continuously improve the employee onboarding process for CCA new hires

Staff Education & Development

• Identify training needs in collaboration with DOC
• Plan, coordinate, evaluate and track all education including conferences and workshops for resident care department
• Provide opportunity for regular in house education for resident care team (ie: lunch & learn)
• Liaison with schools and facilitate placement of students who are attending post-secondary education

Performance Management & Coaching

• Complete annual performance appraisals and coaching for CCA team
• Support CCA team to work to full scope of practice and employment
• Support Nursing Team to maximize opportunities for resident engagement and fulfillment

Qualifications:

• BSc. Nursing & licensed or eligible for licensure as Registered Nurse with NSCN
• 3 years nursing experience with demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with software applications pertinent to scope of the role
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, in a timely manner
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
• Flexible with work schedule: may be required to work evenings, nights and weekends on an as needed basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• PIECES Training
• Dementia Understanding the Journey
• Experience in LTC setting
• Experience in a Unionized environment

What we Offer:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage (if applicable).
• Participation in NSHEPP Pension Plan

About Alderwood

Alderwood is a 70-bed Long Term Care facility nestled in the heart of Baddeck, Nova Scotia. With a commitment to providing compassionate, individualized care, we strive to create a nurturing environment where each resident feels valued and at home. Our 120+ staff work diligently around the clock, to provide resident-centered care to our residents.

Our mission is to deliver the highest quality of care by addressing the physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs of our residents. We aim to promote independence, dignity, and respect in a supportive and safe environment.

Alderwood values diversity in our home, and all applicants are welcome. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.