IPAC Manager - Full Time (FT) - Mapleview

Extendicare; Lorne Parish; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and life-long learning

Career growth opportunities

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare Mapleview is seeking an IPAC Manager in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario, to lead the home’s infection prevention and control program. You will work with regional leadership to implement, audit, and continuously improve IPAC practices in a long-term care setting.

The role requires a related bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years in healthcare, with 2–3 years in IPAC leadership. CIC certification is preferred or can be pursued by April 2025.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Microbiology, Life Science or related field.
• 3–5 years healthcare experience, 2–3 years IPAC lead/supervisory.
• CIC certification preferred or willingness to complete by April 2025.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop the home’s IPAC program with regional leadership input.
• Supervise all IPAC staff and ensure policy compliance.
• Ensure IPAC activities align with provincial standards and Extendicare policies.
• Lead outbreak management protocols in partnership with IPAC Consultant.

Skills

IPAC program oversight

Staff supervision

Outbreak management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

CIC certification preferred

Job description

IPAC Manager - Full Time (FT) - Mapleview

Sep 23, 2026

Job Description

Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Manager – Extendicare

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our clinical team, you will act as our infection prevention & control management expert ensuring the goals of the IPAC program are met within the home and manages and corrects staff performance, as necessary.

This position is for our Extendicare Mapleview Home, located in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario.

What you’ll be doing

• Manages and oversees the LTC home’s IPAC program, consulting with the IPAC Consultant along with leadership team for the region as required in the successful development, implementation, audit, constant improvement and re-evaluation of the home’s IPAC program.
• Manages and supervises all staff in relation to the IPAC Program.
• Ensures the IPAC program in the home is consistent with standards, best practice and key principles established by applicable provincial standards and protocols and with Extendicare policies and procedures.
• Initiates and leads outbreak management protocols for the home in partnership with the IPAC Consultant.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required (BSc. Health Sciences, Microbiology, Life Science, Bio-chemistry, etc and/or Adult Education).
• 3-5 years’ experience working in health care, including public health sector, and 2-3 years in an IPAC lead or supervisory capacity.
• Current Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred, or, willingness to complete by April 2025.

What you’ll get

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada

Time Type

Full time

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life

Extendicare is a leading Canadian provider of senior care services, offering skilled nursing, home health care, and consulting to enhance quality of life for residents.