Long Term Care Administrator

Maxwell Management Group; Canada; On-site; CAD 158,003 - 167,297; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee benefits program

Defined benefit pension via OMERS

Job summary

A leading management consultancy is seeking a Long Term Care Administrator to oversee a 228-bed long-term care home. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality resident care, managing operations within compliance standards, and fostering a positive culture among staff. Candidates should have a degree in Health Care or Business Administration and at least five years of management experience in long-term care. A supportive, inclusive work environment is offered, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years management experience in long-term care or nursing home.
• Demonstrated experience in fiscal management and decision-making on complex issues.
• Strong working knowledge of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality care and services are provided to residents.
• Oversee financial, human, and physical resources effectively.
• Champion resident-centred care and community engagement.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Health Care or Business Administration

Program in long-term care administration

Tools

Microsoft 365

PointClickCare

Job description

Maxwell Management Group Ltd. is proud to partner with The Regional Municipality of Halton in search of a Long Term Care Administrator to join their team.

About:

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome, and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Metis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

We are proud to operate three non-profit long-term care homes where our employees make a meaningful contribution on the lives of the residents by providing quality care in a family-like atmosphere. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused, and award-winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also recognized as a Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) Best Practice Spotlight organization.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Services for Seniors, this role is responsible for the operations of a 228-bed long term care home, ensuring high-quality care and services are provided to residents and their families; ensuring services are delivered in a fiscally responsible manner within legislation, compliance standards and corporate policy and direction; promoting a culture where employees can thrive and do their best work.

Duties &Responsibilities:

Lead with Purpose in Long-Term Care

The Long-Term Care Administrator will provide visionary leadership at Post Inn Village. This is a rare opportunity to lead within a progressive municipal organization where quality care, staff engagement, resident dignity, and community partnership are central to everything we do.

As the Administrator, you will be accountable for the overall leadership, operational excellence, and strategic direction of the Home—ensuring exceptional care delivery while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.

What You Will Lead

• Operational & Financial Stewardship: Oversee the effective use of financial, human, and physical resources, including budget development, risk management, health and safety, staff development, and continuous program evaluation.
• Quality & Compliance Excellence: Ensure full compliance with provincial legislation, Ministry of Long-Term Care standards, accreditation requirements, Regional policies, and collective agreements through robust monitoring, audit, and accountability processes.
• Resident-Centred Care & Services: Champion high-quality, person-centred care and services that promote dignity, safety, and well-being for residents, while achieving strong satisfaction outcomes for residents and families.
• People & Culture Leadership: Build strong, respectful labour relations and an engaged workforce through transparent communication, collaborative leadership, and positive union relationships.
• Strategic Leadership & Collaboration: Set and achieve operational and strategic objectives aligned with divisional and Regional priorities, contributing as a key member of the senior management team.
• Stakeholder & Community Engagement: Foster meaningful relationships with residents, families, staff, community partners, and subject-matter experts—ensuring strong communication, shared learning, and best-practice innovation.
• Capital Planning & Asset Management: Partner with Asset Management to address maintenance needs and lead capital planning initiatives, from concept through implementation.

Why This Role Matters

This role offers the chance to lead a complex care environment with autonomy, influence, and impact, while being supported by a strong municipal infrastructure and a mission-driven seniors’ services division. You will shape the resident experience, strengthen workforce culture, and contribute to the future of publicly delivered long-term care in Halton Region.

Skills & Qualifications:

• A degree preferably in Health Care, Business Administration, or a related field combined with a minimum of five (5) years management experience in the operation of a long-term care home or a nursing home is preferred.
• Highly developed leadership, interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills to guide the management team in providing excellent care and services to residents; strong problem solving, relationship-building and analytical skills.
• Successful completion of a program in long-term care home administration or management that is a minimum of 100 hours in duration of instruction time, or is enrolled in such a program and successfully completes the program within 24 months of being hired as an Administrator.
• Demonstrated experience in labour relations, fiscal management, and decision-making of complex issues.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation including the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, Ministry of Long-Term Care standards related to administration.
• Proficiency in the use of computer software applications (Microsoft 365, PointClickCare).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Working / Employment Conditions:

Employment Conditions

• Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen, by the first day of employment.
• Current two-step tuberculosis test (obtained within the past twelve (12) months) by the first day of employment.

Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton Region, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions.

Compensation:

• Annual salary range of $158,003 – $167,297, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Participation in a comprehensive employee benefits program administered through Manulife.
• A secure, defined benefit pension through OMERS, one of Canada’s leading public-sector pension plans.

If thisopportunity is not a fit for your background and experience please feel free to forward to any interested colleagues.

We invite interested candidates to submit your resume in confidence. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we will contact only those selected for interviews.

We are equal opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity.

If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.