Associate Executive Director

Sienna Senior Living; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living community provider is seeking an Associate Executive Director in Ottawa. This leadership role involves coordinating community operational activities, managing finances, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates must have a degree in Health Sciences and at least 3 years of relevant management experience in long-term care. A strong emphasis on leadership, compassion, and strategic planning is required. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and vacation package

Health & Dental benefits program

RRSP with employer match

Share Ownership and Reward Program

Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match

Leadership development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion programs

Qualifications

• 3 years related management experience in long-term care.
• Knowledge of provincial regulatory requirements.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate operational activities of the community.
• Assist the ED in developing and evaluating the operational plan.
• Provide financial leadership by managing budgets and monitoring fiscal plans.
• Direct Quality Improvement programs to exceed legislative requirements.
• Ensure effective liaison with government and other agencies.
• Manage risk to safety and security.

Skills

Leadership in healthcare

Communication

Financial management

Education

Degree or diploma in Health Sciences or related field

Job description

Associate Executive Director - Temporary Full Time - 12 months

Granite Ridge Community- Stittsville, Ottawa

Rate of Pay: $78,485 - $98,106

This posting is for an existing vacancy

Join our compassionate and dynamic team as the Associate Executive Director at Sienna Senior Living, where we have the honour of supporting Canada’s seniors with comfort, dignity, and respect. This vital leadership role offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the heart of our community, working alongside the Executive Director to help guide the overall success of our home.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Associate Executive Director will play a key role in advancing our purpose: to cultivate happiness in daily life. You will help lead and inspire a culture rooted in our core values – positivity, accountability, community, and caring – ensuring they are reflected in everything we do, from everyday interactions to our long‑term vision for senior care excellence. Step into a role where your leadership, compassion, and drive make a lasting impact.

What We Offer:

Sienna Senior Living is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of 100 senior’s living residences in addition to managing 13 residences for third parties. Our portfolio includes long‑term care and retirement residences across Ontario, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Alberta. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Short Term Incentive Plan
• Health & Dental benefits program
• RRSP with employer match
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Experience transformative leadership growth with our unique and tailored development opportunities so you can succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs
• Relocation support may apply

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Plan and coordinate, direct and monitor the effectiveness of designated Sienna operational activities of the community.
• Assist the ED in the development, implementation and evaluation of the community specific Operational Plan
• Provide financial leadership as directed by the Executive Director, managing budgets and monitoring long‑term strategic fiscal plans,
• Ensuring sufficient resources/equipment are available through budget preparation, maintenance
• Direct and oversee Quality Improvement programs to meet and/or exceed legislative requirements
• Ensure the maintenance of effective liaison and public relations with representatives from the Government, Unions and all other agencies and organizations as deemed appropriate
• Ensure risk management activities take place to reduce and control potential risks to the safety, security and health of all individuals, and to the safety and security of the Community

Who You Are:

• Degree or diploma in Health Sciences or related field is required
• 3 years related management and relevant experience in long term care
• Knowledge and understanding of provincial regulatory requirements and inspection process
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and a demonstrated commitment to continuous learning
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check applicable to the appropriate province as well as a tuberculosis screening

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong. We seek applicants with diverse backgrounds and have a wide range of abilities. Siennaprovides an accessible candidate experience

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