Director of Care - Full Time
About The Position
We are looking for an RN with nursing leadership experience to join our team as a Director of Care. WHO ARE WE? peopleCare Communities is a long-term care and retirement living organization that has operated throughout Ontario for over 50 years. We are thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the twelfth year in a row. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. We are also accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest award possible through Accreditation Canada’s Qmentum program. Why You’ll Love This Role This is a meaningful opportunity to lead clinical excellence and resident-centred care in long-term care. As our Director of Care (DOC), you’ll provide clinical and operational leadership for nursing and personal care services - ensuring care is safe, high-quality, and grounded in residents’ needs and preferences. You’ll set clear standards for professional practice and oversee care delivery to support consistent documentation, sound clinical decision-making, and a positive resident and family experience. You’ll champion continuous quality improvement and resident safety, ensuring the Home remains compliant with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, Ministry requirements, and Accreditation Canada standards. If you’re a compassionate clinical leader who thrives on strengthening systems and developing people, this role offers the chance to make a direct, lasting impact every day.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience (long-term care preferred)
- Strong knowledge of Ontario long-term care legislation, inspection processes, and best practices
- Experience with quality improvement, resident safety, and Accreditation Canada standards
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage change, and build staff capability
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Leadership, or related field (preferred)
- Additional training in quality, safety, IPAC, or healthcare leadership
- RNAO member
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and oversight for nursing and personal care services
- Ensure care is delivered safely, consistently, and in alignment with resident-centred standards
- Maintain compliance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, Ministry of Long-Term Care (MLTC) requirements, and applicable directives
- Support accreditation readiness and standards, including Accreditation Canada requirements
- Champion resident- and family-centred care and quality of life initiatives
- Lead implementation of clinical components of the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), ensuring practice-level changes are embedded within nursing and care teams
- Support Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) practices and outbreak preparedness
- Recruit, develop, and mentor nursing leadership and frontline staff; support performance and professional practice expectations
- Promote effective interdisciplinary practice with medical staff and other departments to support care planning and resident outcomes
- Contribute to operational planning, budgeting, and strategic initiatives to support sustainable service delivery
Benefits
- Employer Paid Benefits
- Employer Matched RPP
- Employee Wellness Program
- Education Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
