Director of the Program for Active Living - Kinesiologist LTC

Schlegel Villages; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Rewards and recognition

Health benefits & retirement savings

Education assistance

Loans and scholarships

Job summary

Schlegel Villages in Ottawa is seeking a Director of the PAL Kinesiologist to lead the Program for Active Living (PAL) across the village. This permanent, full-time role starts Fall 2026/January 2027, requiring a Kinesiology degree and College of Kinesiologists of Ontario registration.

You will shape policies, coordinate with LHIN and therapy providers, and lead PAL staff and students with a focus on compassionate care and resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Degree in Kinesiology with focus on exercise rehabilitation.
• Member in good standing with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario.
• Experience leading PAL programs and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for development and evaluation of PAL program policies and programs.
• Lead PAL programs and projects including restorative, falls, care conferences, and research to practice initiatives.
• Coordinate with LHIN regarding OT/PT services and external therapy providers.
• Provide leadership to PAL Coordinator(s) and support PAL Students, Volunteers and contracted therapy services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Stakeholder coordination

Team leadership

Education

Kinesiology degree

Ontario Kinesiology registration

Job description

Director of the Program for Active Living - Kinesiologist LTC

Job Category: Therapy Services

Requisition Number: DIREC032171

• Posted : September 23, 2026
• Full-Time

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Description

The Village of Riverbank Terracehas an exciting opportunity for a Director of the Program for Active Living (PAL) Kinesiologist to join their team.

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Location: 100 Smyth Road K1H 0A7 Ottawa , ON

Expected Start Date: Fall 2026/January 2027

Successful candidates will be required to provide an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) and a Tuberculosis (TB) screening test before starting.

The expected hiring range for this is $58,000 to $61,000. This role falls within a broader internal salary band, with growth opportunities based on demonstrated performance.

How Schlegel Villages supports our Team Members:

• Competitive salary, and benefits;
• Significant opportunities for Growth and Development
• Ongoing Team Member Appreciation incentives and rewards and recognition
• Extended Health Benefits & Retirement Savings
• Individualized Assistance for Team Member Education and Development
• Loans and Scholarships to help our team members realize their greatest potential

To be successful as our new Director of the PAL, you will:

• Have a Degree in Kinesiology with a focus on psychomotor behaviour and exercise rehabilitation
• Member in good standing with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario
• Provide leadership and direction for the development, and evaluation of comprehensive operational policies and programs for the Village PAL program
• Provide leadership, support and evaluate PAL programs and projects including restorative, restraints, falls, care conferences, and research to practice initiatives
• Coordinates with external stakeholders including the LHIN regarding OT/PT services, vendor relations for application resident equipment, external service providers for additional therapy/exercise programs
• Participates in Village interdisciplinary team meetings or committees as appropriate, while communicating and working in collaboration with other interdisciplinary team members
• Provide leadership to the PAL Coordinator(s) and supports PAL Students, Volunteers and contracted therapy services who assist with the PAL program
• Display a caring and respectful attitude toward our residents, families, and team members
• Understand the physical, mental, and emotional demands of the role

It would be an asset if our new Director of the PAL has:

• Experience working in a Long-Term Care setting
• Current Heart Save Level of CPR

You can be you while being a part of our family

At Schlegel Villages we are redefining elder care through innovation, Village design and culture change, but we know the key to our Village success, and our residents’ satisfaction, is YOU and our teams.

We aspire to provide all members of our communities, including team members, with a life enriching experience. We are family owned and operated and we take our mission seriously: “to provide holistic health care in a home environment, located within an internal neighbourhood design that promotes a caring community with emphasis on optimal health and life purpose for each resident”.

Schlegel Villages is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the hiring leader.

Equity, diversity and inclusion are ingrained within the Schlegel Culture, and our Villages are more welcoming, open-hearted and vibrant because of it.Each Village is strengthened by the unique lived experienceof every person connected to it.Everyone is included and respected in their spirituality, cultural diversity and individuality.Regardless of ability, heritage or cultural roots, our people are embraced, just as they are, andwe celebrate andsupportlife purpose within the community.

At Schlegel Villages, our hiring practices reflect our commitment to human connection and strong relationships that we strive to provide in our Villages. We do not use artificial intelligence in our screening or selection processes; applications are reviewed by our recruitment professionals who thoughtfully assess candidate’s fit with our posted opportunities, mission and values.