DIRECTOR OF CARE

Southbridge Care Homes; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading long-term care provider in the Niagara Region is seeking a Director of Care to oversee the nursing department at Garden City Manor. The role requires a Registered Nurse with management experience in long-term care, focusing on quality care and adherence to health regulations. The successful candidate will mentor staff, manage budgets, and ensure the delivery of best practices in resident care. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a minimum of three years in long-term care.
• Experience in a managerial role for at least one year.
• Current CPR designation required.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of best practices for resident care.
• Managing nursing department staff and supplies.
• Conducting safety investigations and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership skills

Risk management

Budget management

Quality care oversight

Collaboration

Knowledge of health regulations

Education

Degree/Diploma in Nursing

Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Job description

Job Location

Home: Garden City Manor
Location: St. Catharine's, ON

About Southbridge Care Homes

Southbridge Care Homes owns and operates several long‑term care and retirement homes throughout Ontario. Since 1967, we have been building a foundation of innovation and success for operating long‑term care homes and retirement communities.

Director of Care – Responsibilities

• Leads in the coordination and implementation of best practices and risk management initiatives related to resident care needs and the Home.
• Maintains a system of care assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation at the resident and unit program level.
• Ability to meet budgetary goals (budget restraints).
• Effectively manages utilization of nursing supplies.
• Collaboratively works with various members of the team to accomplish goals.
• Presents an active presence/mentoring staff and overseeing the provision of quality care.
• Initiates investigative and corrective actions related to occupational health and safety; works with WSIB claims and return to work plans (preferred).
• Able to initiate investigations/CIS’s/follow up with staff/families initiated to ensure risks are identified/addressed with interventions/documentation updated/ongoing diligence with Home/MOL is completed as per the regulations.
• Assumes responsibility for the nursing department.
• Is knowledgeable concerning the MOH Regulations and the FLTC Act.
• Other duties as required.

Director of Care – Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a managerial or supervisory capacity in the long-term care sector.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse in a long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based practices and/or prevailing practices.
• Understanding of human resource and financial management.
• Understanding of Occupational Health & Safety concepts and requirements.
• Current CPR designation is required.
• All applicants must successfully complete a Vulnerable Sector Check completed within 6 months of hire date.
• TB skin test or Chest X‑ray completed within 1 year of hire date.

EEO and Accommodation

Southbridge welcomes applicants with disability related needs and those who need accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.