Director of Care

Join our team as a Director of Care

Permanent, Full Time

Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 50 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.

Under the direction of the Administrator, and as a member of the home’s leadership team, the Director of Care at Jarlette Health Services will be responsible for all aspects of the nursing care and service to our residents to ensure quality resident care and compliance with the Fixing Long Term Care Act.

The following traits and qualifications are required:

• Must possess a current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.O.  Reg. 246/22, s. 51

• Must possess a minimum of one year experience working as Registered Nurse in the long term care sector 

• Must possess 3 years experience working in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a health care setting 

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and positive interaction with residents, families, staff and management 

• Coordinates CQI, risk management, occupational health and safety, infection control activities

• Develops, evaluates and communicates goals and objectives, policies and procedures to the nursing staff through mechanisms such as staff meetings, in-services, manuals, memos, nursing orientation and committees 

• Computer literate and working knowledge of administrative software platforms

• Diplomatic and able to work under pressure, while keeping a resident centered approach

• Knowledge of applicable legislation, unionized settings and labour contract

• Strong human relations skills, able to adapt to the changing environment in LTC

Our offer to you may also include:

• Health, Welfare and Dental Benefits 
• Pension program where we match contributions and invest in your future
• Referral bonus 
• Assistance with tuition 
• Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career 
• Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events 
• Exclusive discounts on products,services and travel 

Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of two vaccinations against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening and two ( 2 ) references.

Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

At the outset of the COVID-19 situation in Canada, Jarlette Health Services implemented heightened precautionary protocols in all of our homes. As with other infections, we continue to follow the advice of provincial and federal governments, our sector regulators and local Public Health agencies. Job responsibilities are being reviewed and adjusted accordingly to ensure the well-being of the successful candidate.

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