Director of Care

At S&R Seniors Living, "We LOVE our Residents". Our affection for our residents runs far deeper than a brand or a logo—this philosophy envelops all that we do. Dedicated to our residents, our role is to ensure their good physical and emotional well-being, and to tend the needs of the heart. We are looking for people who, like us, believe the work we do has a positive impact on their community and that together we can continue supporting our Residents and their families.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and promote Resident choice and Resident-centered care within the Home.

• Assist with hiring, performance management, discipline, and termination of team members when necessary, while fostering a culture of support and growth.

• Maintain high standards of care that align with policies, ORCA standards, and Retirement Home regulations.

• Liaise with external community partners to understand & enhance the services provided.

• Oversee Resident care needs, ensuring care plans are developed and updated to reflect the best approach for each individual. Including managing the care programs, including services and fees.

• Support IPAC and quality improvement initiatives to ensure the home operates at its best.

• Review falls and incidents, recommend, and implement risk minimization strategies to maintain resident safety.

• Actively support marketing teams by facilitating timely resident assessments.

• Lead the Resident Care Team in developing and implementing departmental goals and objectives, revising policies and procedures.

• Managing scheduling, staffing needs, and ensuring effective staffing patterns.

• Collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

• Registered RPN with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

• 3-5 years of experience managing or supervising staff in a unionized environment.

• Strong ability to manage a budget and participate in the budgeting process.

• Valid CPR and First Aid certification.

• Working knowledge of risk and quality management principles.

• Experience working with seniors and the geriatric population.

• Clear understanding of Resident-centered care, Resident rights and RHA 2010.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, innovative, creative, flexible, and enthusiastic.

• Proficient in computer programs such as YARDI, MedeCare, and other Windows-related programs.

While our Applicant Tracking System uses some AI-enhanced tools, every decision throughout screening, assessing, and selecting candidates is made by real people on our team.

This posting is for an upcoming vacancy.