Toronto, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$110k–$140k/yr
Job Description Role Description: Director of Care Mission: As the Director of Care, you will contribute to the Extendicare purpose of Helping People Live Better by leading a high-performing team dedicated to ensuring al…
Skills: Clinical Leadership, Resident-Centered Care, Budget Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management
Toronto, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description Hire RPN Time Type: Full time At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, …
Skills: Nursing Care, Patient Advocacy, Long-term Care, Compassionate Care, Resident Support
Haliburton, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description Registered Practical Nurse Mission Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW), the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient‑orie…
Skills: Patient-Oriented Care, Clinical Care Assessment, Medication Administration, Care Planning, Emergency First Aid
Haliburton, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description REGISTERED NURSE (PART TIME/CASUAL) At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our R…
Skills: Care Coordination, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Customer Focus, Clinical Knowledge
Toronto, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description Food Service Supervisor – Extendicare At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our…
Skills: Dietary Management, Staff Supervision, Budgeting, Quality Improvement, Public Health Compliance
Selkirk, Manitoba, Canada · On-site
Job Description Job Description Reporting to the Nutrition Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees. Key Responsibilities To prepare and/or be respons…
Skills: Food Preparation, Menu Planning, Food Handling, Therapeutic Diets, Temperature Auditing
Red Deer, Alberta, Canada · On-site
Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse Mission: Reporting to the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-direct…
Skills: Nursing Care, Clinical Assessment, Medication Administration, Care Planning, Patient Education
Haliburton, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description Personal Support Worker (PSW) At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our PSW tea…
Skills: Mobility Assistance, Feeding Assistance, Bathing Assistance, Toileting Assistance, Personal Grooming
North Dumfries, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$26/hr–$29/hr
Job Description This position is located in Elliot Lake, Ontario. In this community nursing role, you as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will have scheduled visits within the community to care for patients in various …
Skills: Patient Assessment, Care Plan Execution, Clinical Nursing Skills, Patient Record Management, Community Care
Dubreuilville, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$26/hr–$29/hr
Job Description *Up to $2500 Signing Bonus* These positions are located in Wawa, Hawk Junction and Dubreuilville, Ontario. In this community nursing role, you as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will have scheduled vis…
Skills: Community Nursing, Patient Assessment, Care Plan Execution, Patient Record Management, Clinical Skills
Kenora, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description Administrative Assistant Part Time In Office: Kenora, ON Administrative Assistants perform a variety of administrative duties in support of managerial and professional employers. Why you’ll love working h…
Skills: Filing, Mail Distribution, Scheduling, Inventory Management, Telephone Etiquette
North Dumfries, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description This position is located in Elliot Lake, Ontario. In this community nursing role, as a Registered Nurse (RN) you will have scheduled visits to care for patients in various settings. You will work with pat…
Skills: Patient Assessment, Care Plan Execution, Patient Monitoring, Collaborative Care, Patient Record Management
Dubreuilville, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$32/hr–$37/hr
Job Description *Signing Bonus up to $2500* These positions are located in Wawa, Hawk Junction and Dubreuilville, Ontario. In this community nursing role, as a Registered Nurse (RN) you will have scheduled visits to care…
Skills: Patient Assessment, Care Plan Execution, Patient Monitoring, Collaborative Care, Patient Record Management
Red Deer, Alberta, Canada · On-site
Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse Mission: Reporting to the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-direct…
Skills: Nursing Care, Clinical Assessment, Medication Administration, Care Planning, Patient Education
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description Job Description At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our housekeeping team you…
Skills: Cleaning, Sanitization, Disinfecting, Waste Management, Infection Prevention and Control
Haliburton, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description Registered Practical Nurse Mission Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW), the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient‑orie…
Skills: Patient-Oriented Care, Clinical Care Assessment, Medication Administration, Care Coordination, Critical Thinking
Scarborough, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Job Description COOK – Extendicare At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our culinary team, you…
Skills: Food Preparation, Menu Planning, Dietary Management, Customer Service, Staff Supervision
Brandon, Manitoba, Canada · On-site
Job Description This position is in Brandon, Manitoba. Join us as a leader driven to enhance our Recreation department with a focus on our person-centered approach. In this role you will lead a team to encourage resident…
Skills: Program Planning, Leadership, Budget Management, Staff Management, Care Planning
Calgary, Alberta, Canada · On-site
Job Description Summary of Job Demands: Maintenance is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of on-site equipment and general operational needs. Daily tasks may vary heavily depending on equipment func…
Skills: Equipment Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Facility Repair, Troubleshooting, Manual Documentation
Calgary, Alberta, Canada · On-site
Job Description You are invited to apply for a permanent part time 0.7 FTE over a 5 day schedule, Certified Recreation aide at Extendicare Hillcrest, Calgary. The home is a Type a home with 112 beds with program designat…
Skills: Program Planning, Resident Assessment, Elderly Care, Microsoft Office, Oral Communication
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Lead the resident care team to deliver exceptional resident-centered care while ensuring compliance with provincial regulations and accreditation standards. Manage care operations, including financial stewardship, risk mitigation, and the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (Master's preferred) and current registration as a Registered Nurse. Candidates must have at least 5 years of nursing experience, including 2 years in a leadership role within a healthcare facility.
Mission:
As the Director of Care, you will contribute to the Extendicare purpose of Helping People Live Better by leading a high-performing team dedicated to ensuring all residents receive the care they need. The Director of Care (DOC) is a highly skilled and compassionate leader who guides the care team in delivering exceptional resident‑centered care in a long-term care home. The DOC manages all aspects of care operations, ensuring best practices consistent with Extendicare, accreditation standards, and provincial regulations. Leading and inspiring an engaged team of care professionals is central to achieving an excellent resident experience. Engagement with residents and families to develop trusting relationships is key to resident satisfaction and to achieving our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.
Key Outcomes:
• Serve as a strong advocate for resident safety and continuous quality improvement.
• Attain high resident and family engagement, as measured through Experience Survey results, by caring for each person as we would our own family.
• Consistently meet or exceed all quality and clinical indicators for residents through effective execution of clinical programs.
• Foster a positive culture and employee experience, increasing overall employee engagement year over year.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements related to resident plans of care, and compliance with organizational standards, policies, and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
• Cultivate – Lead the resident care team, providing day‑to‑day guidance and fostering a positive work environment that encourages collaboration, accountability, high performance, and retention through an exceptional employee experience.
• Train – Ensure all care staff receive the education required for effective role performance and support ongoing professional development.
• Financial stewardship – Manage care staff complements consistent with the Extendicare model of care and provincial hours-of-care requirements. Oversee financial management, including budget preparation and variance analysis for the nursing department.
• Comply – Monitor and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and labour/employment standards, including timely investigations and consistent action planning.
• Risk Management – Identify and manage resident issues as they arise, ensuring clinical risks are mitigated and critical incidents receive immediate action per regulatory requirements.
• Customer Service – Apply a customer service mindset when responding to feedback—complaints, recognition, or suggestions—from residents, families, vendors, and team members with acknowledgment and empathy.
• Resident Care – Oversee assessment and care planning processes, ensuring personalized care plans are developed and implemented based on resident preferences.
• Collaborate – Work collaboratively with the leadership team and liaise with care staff, residents, and families to optimize resident care.
• Improve – Implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance resident safety, wellness, and satisfaction, demonstrating relentless pursuit of improvement.
• Strategic Planning – Develop operational plans that support home-level strategic priorities related to clinical operations and staffing.
• Community Partnership – Engage with vendors on quality initiatives and training; collaborate with community health partners to enhance resident care.
• Values Alignment – Uphold and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, Values, and philosophy regarding ethics, morality, and integrity.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing; Master’s degree preferred.
• Current and unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with the applicable provincial licensing body.
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role in a long‑term care or other healthcare facility.
• Working knowledge of long‑term care regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and build positive relationships.
• Proven track record of implementing quality improvement initiatives and achieving positive resident outcomes.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems and related technology.
Core Competencies (included for posting only)
• Business Knowledge
• Industry/Regulatory Knowledge
• Program Administration
• People Management
• Customer Service
• Priority Management
Attributes of an Effective Leader:
• Strategy Development – Understands organizational strategy and sets priorities to execute it.
• Self‑Motivated and Results Driven – Takes ownership and holds themselves and others accountable for delivering timely, high‑quality, cost‑effective results.
• Collaboration – Inspires a collaborative team environment and influences effectively.
• Effective Communication – Actively listens, seeks to understand all perspectives, and communicates with respect.
• Problem Solving – Recognizes and resolves issues, even those outside the clear role mandate.
• Builds High‑Performing Teams – Develops team capability through continuous feedback, coaching, and commitment to learning and development.
• Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement – Uses data to assess performance and develop solutions that support improvement.
What Extendicare Has to Offer:
At Extendicare, we believe teamwork creates an environment where we can achieve our fullest potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunities for growth, and recognize achievements. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
• Continuous mentorship, support for lifelong learning, and growth opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement and career development within the organization.
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you enrich your life and the lives of others.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. Through our network of 123 owned and operated long‑term care homes and home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals is united by a dedication to quality care and a vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.
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We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
We are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life
For more than 50 years, Extendicare’s qualified and experienced teams have been helping people live better through a commitment to quality care and service that includes skilled nursing care, home health care and management and consulting services. We are proud to be at the forefront of senior care across Canada and work closely with government, community agencies, researchers, and our care partners, including families, to address needs, close gaps, solve problems and advance best practices. We employ thousands of people across the country who have made it their career and goal in life to care, and we have made it our priority to make sure they are trained and supported to provide the best care possible. Our Mission: Helping people live better
Offices: 3000 Steeles Avenue East Suite 103, Markham, Ontario L3R 4T9, CA
We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life
For more than 50 years, Extendicare’s qualified and experienced teams have been helping people live better through a commitment to quality care and service that includes skilled nursing care, home health care and management and consulting services. We are proud to be at the forefront of senior care across Canada and work closely with government, community agencies, researchers, and our care partners, including families, to address needs, close gaps, solve problems and advance best practices. We employ thousands of people across the country who have made it their career and goal in life to care, and we have made it our priority to make sure they are trained and supported to provide the best care possible. Our Mission: Helping people live better
Offices: 3000 Steeles Avenue East Suite 103, Markham, Ontario L3R 4T9, CA
