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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsIf you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.In anticipation to open in the Fall of 2025, we are searching for a Director of Care to join our new Opal Ridge team based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.Meaningful BenefitsYou will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance ProgramLife, travel, and other insurancesAccess to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit planRRSP program (5% employer matching)Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insuranceFree onsite parkingAccess to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment eventsAccess to continuing education and training through Shannexs Centre of ExcellenceOpportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiativesRecognition and Rewards for service excellence and safetyAbout The OpportunitySupports, promotes, and evaluates resident care from an allied health perspective, philosophy, goals and objectives to assure the optimum level of wellness for residents.Monitors policy & procedure, accreditation, and regulatory compliance, and communicates changes to same.Establishes and maintains guidelines for staffing to assure optimal resident care.Provides consultation regarding resident issues and standards of resident care to Community Managers and interdisciplinary team.Recommends and initiates long-range planning strategies for improvement of care delivery services.Develops, implements, and revises policies and procedures.Manages the operating budget for designated departments; recommends cost effective use of resources.Encourages and promotes relationships with ALL stakeholders.Adheres to the Standards of Nursing Practice, Code of Ethics, Registered Nurses Act and Regulations as defined by provincial legislation.About YouIn addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:A Bachelor of Nursing, or equivalent, and are currently registered with the College of Nurses of Nova Scotia.You have worked in clinical and administrative environment for at least 10 years.Ability to effectively plan, direct and coordinate resident care services with the needs of the organization.Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and performance manage othersConsistently demonstrates excellence in customer service to all stakeholdersA passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services, and care.About UsIt all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.If youre ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Shannex Incorporated by 2xGet notified about new Director of Care jobs in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada.Operations Manager, Pediatric Critical CareDartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada 2 days agoDartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada 5 hours agoHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada 19 hours agoHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada 3 months agoDartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada 4 months agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr