Associate Director of Care

Posted:
8/15/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
British Columbia, Canada ⋅ Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

The Opportunity:

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact at our Glenwarren site? At AgeCare, we’re dedicated to fostering a vibrant and supportive environment for both our residents and staff.

Imagine a role where you can enjoy a great work-life balance, bring your dog to work, engage in year-round staff activities, and collaborate with a leadership team passionate about what they do. As the Associate Director of Care, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of resident care at Glenwarren and have opportunities for professional growth.

Join us and be part of something truly special!

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Associate Director of Care in collaboration with the Director of Care, is responsible for developing the philosophy of nursing, statement of purpose for nursing services, goals and objectives, policies and procedures and the description of nursing functions.

What You Will Do:

  • To collaborate with the Executive Director to select, orient and monitor the performance of departmental and program managers.
  • To plan, direct , develop, co-ordinate, implement and evaluate resident care services.
  • To align resident care services with the defined needs of the internal and external community.
  • To oversee the financial and human resource management aspects of the Nursing department.
  • To maintain the nursing department in accordance with legislative and professional standards.
  • To maintain a liaison with hospital, medical staff, community and health care related disciplines and partner to ensure the most effective provision of care delivery in the home.

What You Will Need:

  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience working as a Registered Nurse in the long-term care sector.
  • RN preferred, however LPN can be accepted with exception on experience.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a health care setting.
  • Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the applicable Provincial licensing body is required
  • Bachelor or Master of Nursing preferred.
  • Current CPR designation is required.
  • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
  • Professional competencies related to life-long learning, public relations and health environment awareness.
  • Possession of strong motivational, team building and time management skills.
  • Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.
  • Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Work Location: AgeCare Glenwarren

Address: 1230 Balmoral Rd, Victoria BC V8T1B3

FTE: Full Time

Employment Type: Regular

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Salary placement based on qualifications and experience.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!