Assistant Director of Care

Bay Side Home - Barrington, Shelburne County, Nova Scotia

Bay Side Home's model of care is based on the Eden Alternative. We embrace a person-driven culture where activities and care are structured in partnership with residents. Bay Side Home is a licensed long-term care facility, located at 96 Bayside Drive in Barrington, and home to sixty-two residents.

Position Available:Full Time Assistant Director of Care

About the Role:

Reporting to the Director of Care, the Assistant Director of Care (ADOC) plays a leadership role in facilitating the home's model of care. You will work collaboratively with residents, their families, and the Bay Side Home team to provide "Care at its Best." Strong leadership, team-building, and clinical skills are key aspects of this role.

In this role, you will:

• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, document, and direct resident care needs.
• Provide leadership and guidance to LPN and CCA staff to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care.
• Ensure that Bay Side Home's policies are followed, including accurate documentation of actions, incidents, and resident needs.
• Assume responsibility for the home after hours and on weekends as assigned.
• Participate in management planning and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Eligible for a full benefits package, including NSHEPP Pension Plan, LTD, Medical, and Dent

Qualifications:

• Must hold, or be eligible for, active licensure as a Registered Nurse with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing.
• Experience in long-term care, with strong leadership and assessment skills, is considered an asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Commitment to resident-centered care and willingness to embrace a person-driven culture.

Interested in applying?

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume in confidence to:

Paula Hatfield
Administrator Bay Side Home
PO Box 238
Barrington, NS B0W 1E0
Phone: 902-637-2098
Email: [email protected]

Applications are welcome at any time, and positions are filled on an ongoing basis.
Review of applications for the current intake will begin October 31, 2025.
Position outlines are available upon request.A criminal records background check will be required.