Executive Director

Employment Opportunity

Eastern Residential Support Board Inc.

Now Hiring: Manager of Human Resources
Full-Time | St. John's, NL | Apply by April 30, 2026

Make a lasting impact in a role that matters. Eastern Residential Support Board Inc. (ERSB) is a progressive employer dedicated to inclusive community living for individuals with intellectual and physical exceptionalities. We are currently seeking a dynamic Executive Director to join our leadership team and help champion a culture of support, development, and excellence across our organization.

ERSB is a non -profit organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and promoting community inclusion for people with exceptionalities through safe, supportive, and responsive residential care and services. ERSB currently operates thirteen cooperative living arrangements in the St. John's metro area and employs 168 employees. ERSB is a unionized organization, with NAPE being the bargaining agent.

What You'll Do

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is accountable for providing overall leadership and strategic direction of Eastern Residential Support Board Inc. by facilitating its vision and mandate, creating the processes and structure needed for implementation, and developing the mechanisms to evaluate the outcomes achieved through the process.

Organizational Leadership & Strategy

• Plan, organize and direct the total activities of the Board to ensure that the Board's mandate as provided by the Department of Health and Community Services is carried out in an effective and efficient manner.
• Lead a dedicated team to implement the organization's strategic plan.
• Develop policies and provide leadership that sets direction in accordance with the Board's strategic plan.
• Ensure all resident care programs are completed in a manner that will achieve the Board's goals and objectives.
• Attend all Board meetings and provide senior operational and financial management information and advice to the Board for decision-making.
• Ensure the Board is represented in the collective bargaining process and ensuring a good working relationship is established and maintained with the union.

Financial Management

• Ensure financial systems and controls are in place for safeguarding the Board's assets.
• Develop and maintain the annual budget.
• Review monthly financial statements for presentation to the Board and the Department of Health and Community Services as well as ensuring the completion of annual audited financial statements.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, or related field. CPA would be considered an asset.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive senior leadership experience, preferably in the health, social services, or non-profit sector.
• Experience in residential care, group homes, or healthcare settings is a strong asset.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, strategic planning, and organizational leadership.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Scheduling, and HR software.

Why Join ERSB?

At Eastern Residential Support Board Inc., you'll join a team that values inclusion, innovation, and compassion. We offer:

• A competitive salary under the HAY Management Pay Scale, (HL) 25, $88,197 to $114,655.
• Enrollment in ERSB's Pension and Benefits plans.
• Six weeks paid leave plus statutory holidays.
• Thirty-five-hour work week, and an optional compressed work schedule.
• Collaborative work environment committed to professional growth and employee wellness.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Apply Now

Please submit your resume and cover letter by April 30, 2026, to:

Human Resources Manager
Eastern Residential Support Board Inc.
P.O. Box 8052, St. John's, NL A1B 3M7
or email: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.