Director Of Care Jobs

Director of Care (DOC)

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our leadership team, you will oversee the provision of nursing care for residents within the Home in keeping with the philosophy and policies of Extendicare. If you’re passionate about leading a team that is committed to quality care and driven by innovation and growth, join us!

This position is for our Extendicare St. Catharines Home

What You’ll Be Doing

• Participates in the homes Continuous Quality Improvement team and assist as needed in the completion of the quality protocols and program evaluations. Creates action plans and ensures follow-up actions are completed. Facilitates quality projects thru PDSA cycles, fishbone exercises etc.
• Lead staff development committee on a biannual basis.
• Promote a positive and safe work environment for staff and residents
• Ensures quality resident and client care through ongoing training and education of all department employees; develops instructional material to ensure that the staff education plan addresses, at a minimum, all requirements related to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and the Ministry of Labour and monitors the quality of the education provided within the home related to these requirements.
• Manages other assigned projects, ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high quality of work, organizational performance and continuous learning.
• Plan, organize, direct, and monitor the operational activities of the Nursing Department
• Establish and implement goals, objectives and policies that follow regulatory requirements and are aligned with the organization’s values.
• Apply a resident-centered care approach that focuses on relationships and actively engages residents, families, and extended team members

What You Bring

• Current certificate of competence from the appropriate College of Nurses
• Active knowledge of Health Standards, Accreditation and resident-centered philosophies are required
• Registration or eligible for registration with the Registered Nurses Association
• Leadership or supervision experience required

What You’ll Get

• Robust benefits package.
• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type

Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.