Interim Executive Director

Foothills Country Hospice; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit healthcare organization in Okotoks is seeking an Interim Executive Director to lead during a pivotal transition. This role involves strategic leadership, managing operations, and ensuring high-quality hospice care. Ideal candidates have executive experience in healthcare or non-profit sectors and a strong commitment to community engagement. Applications should be sent to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in executive leadership, ideally within healthcare, palliative care, or the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated strong financial acumen.
• Ability to foster a collaborative, respectful workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team and foster a collaborative workplace culture.
• Manage financial and physical resources for sustainability.
• Strengthen relationships with donors, stakeholders, and healthcare partners.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Represent FCHS in the community advocating for end-of-life services.

Skills

Executive leadership experience

Strong financial acumen

Team-building skills

Community engagement

Job description

Foothills Country Hospice Society (FCHS) is seeking a seasoned and compassionate Interim Executive Director to lead our organization through a pivotal period of transition.

This contract role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families facing end-of-life care.

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide strategic leadership, oversee day-to-day operations, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered hospice care. The successful candidate will bring proven experience in executive leadership - ideally within healthcare, palliative care, or the non-profit sector - and demonstrate strong financial acumen, team-building skills, and a deep commitment to community engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading a multidisciplinary team and fostering a collaborative, respectful workplace culture
• Managing financial and physical resources to ensure long-term sustainability
• Strengthening relationships with donors, stakeholders, and healthcare partners
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in hospice care
• Representing FCHS in the community and advocating for compassionate end-of-life services

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about making a difference.

For more information on this opportunity, pleasevisit our website: www.countryhospice.org/careers-with-us

To apply, please submit Cover Letter and Resume [e-mail]