Director of Care (DOC)

COGIR Real Estate; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living management company in Ottawa seeks a Director of Care to lead clinical programs and ensure quality care. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of clinical experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to resident well-being. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing service plans, and mentoring staff. This full-time position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant clinical experience and one (1) year leadership experience.
• Experience managing a multidisciplinary team in a unionized environment.
• Must provide a complete Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical program and ensure resident and staff safety.
• Conduct resident assessments and develop service plans.
• Mentor and train staff to build a high-performing team.

Skills

Clinical competence

Critical thinking

Strong people leadership

Effective oral and written communication

Empathy and compassion

Attention to detail

Time management

Adaptability

Team player

Technical proficiency

Ethics and confidentiality

Advocacy for residents' rights

Continuous learning

Education

Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse certification

Job description

Overview

Director of Care (DOC) role at COGIR Real Estate. Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees. We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Role Summary

Our next Health and Wellness Manager is a values-driven clinical leader with a focus on overseeing the clinical program, delivering exceptional care, and ensuring resident and staff safety and well-being. You will lead a team of clinical professionals, participate in resident care conferences, assess residents, and develop service plans to ensure individualized care. You will work closely with the Executive Director, regional clinical team, and departmental managers to maximize resident satisfaction and foster a supportive and caring community.

Responsibilities

• Participate in care conferences, conduct resident assessments, and develop service plans to ensure individualized care for each resident.
• Adhere to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal acts and regulations, ensuring legal and ethical compliance in all aspects of resident care.
• Work with the Executive Director, regional clinical team, and departmental managers to maximize resident satisfaction and foster a positive living experience.
• Cultivate strong relationships with residents, family members, employees, managers, and regional support teams and agencies.
• Lead clinical program operations and mentor / train staff to build a high-performing team.

Skills for Success

• Clinical competence
• Critical thinking to assess and decide on complex care scenarios
• Strong people leadership
• Effective oral and written communication
• Empathy and compassion
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Adaptable and comfortable working through unique situations
• Team player, collaborative
• Technical proficiency with above-average computer skills
• Ethical and able to maintain confidentiality
• Advocate for residents' rights and needs
• Keen on continuous learning

Your Experience

• Currently registered as a Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with competency to perform skills within their scope of practice (provincial regulatory body).
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant clinical experience and one (1) year of leadership experience, preferably in a retirement residence.
• Experience managing a multidisciplinary team in a unionized environment.
• Experience mentoring, training, and developing nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment and ongoing education.
• Experience recruiting and building a strong team that delivers personalized clinical support, resident assessments, and care plans.
• Understanding of budgets and financials to monitor department expenses while ensuring care and labour services are billed appropriately.
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulations, acts, program standards, and other pertinent provincial legislation.
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) within the last six months or be willing to obtain one.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

If you’re excited about working with us but your past experience doesn’t align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous, Black, racialized people, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. We are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care and Hospitality