Director of Care: Resident-Centered Leadership

Optima Living; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Living in British Columbia seeks an experienced Director of Care to lead daily clinical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide care planning for residents.

Reporting to the General Manager, this temporary full-time role oversees staffing, budgets, and quality assurance, promoting person-centered, evidence-based care. Term up to one year, with ongoing organizational improvement emphasis.

Qualifications

• Must have nursing leadership experience in residential care.
• Current BC nursing license (BCCNM) required.
• Knowledge of aging-related issues and evidence-based wellness.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with health-care software and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and mentorship to the clinical team.
• Oversees daily care delivery and coordination for residents.
• Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Leads care planning, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Manages staffing levels, budget, and performance evaluations.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical oversight

Budget oversight

Policy interpretation

Staff mentorship

Infection control

Communication

Education

Nursing degree

BCCNM license

Tools

Point Click Care

EMAR

Yardi

Job description

Optima Living in British Columbia seeks an experienced Director of Care to lead daily clinical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide care planning for residents.

Reporting to the General Manager, this temporary full-time role oversees staffing, budgets, and quality assurance, promoting person-centered, evidence-based care. Term up to one year, with ongoing organizational improvement emphasis.