Director of Care (RN Only)- 1 Year Contract
COGIR Real Estate · Calgary, AB
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Calgary, AB
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Job highlights
- Lead clinical programs for senior living.
- Oversee resident care and safety.
- Manage and train clinical teams.
- Collaborate with directors and managers.
- Ensure regulatory compliance.
About the role
Director of Care (RN Only)- 1 Year Contract
Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.
For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.
Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence
We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!
About the Role
Are you a driven clinical leader looking to make an impact? Are you passionate about senior care? Our next Director of Care is a values-driven leader with a passion for overseeing and managing the clinical program. Your strong clinical skills and compassion for delivering exceptional care will enable you to provide top-notch, individualized service to our residents. You'll excel at resident and employee safety and well-being, and your expertise in hiring and training superstar clinical experts will ensure a highly effective team. As a dedicated clinician, you'll deliver best-in-class care to our residents, living our values and inspiring your team to do the same.
You will work closely with the Executive Director, regional clinical team, and departmental managers to maximize resident satisfaction, ensuring a positive living experience for our residents. Cultivating strong relationships with residents, family members, employees, managers, and regional support teams and agencies will be integral to fostering a supportive and caring community for our residents.
You'll participate in care conferences, conduct resident assessments, and develop service plans, ensuring individualized care for each resident. You will diligently adhere to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal acts and regulations, ensuring legal and ethical compliance in all aspects of resident care.
Perks And Benefits For The Director Of Care
- Competitive Compensation Package: Lucrative compensation package including a competitive salary, eligibility for the department manager bonus plan, and annual merit increases.
- Comprehensive Onboarding and Training: An extensive four-week onboarding program designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to excel.
- Coaching and Mentoring: Opportunities to work closely with Regional and National teams for guidance, support, and mentorship.
- Dedicated Support: Access to dedicated support staff and resources, including administrative, operational, legal, and financial support.
- Flexible Benefits Plan: A comprehensive benefits plan including medical coverage, health and dental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an RRSP matching program.
- Generous Time Off: Four weeks of vacation per year, plus additional sick and personal days.
- Rewards and Recognition: Acknowledgment through a service awards program and celebration stations.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Clear paths for career progression within the organization, including opportunities for regional and national positions.
Skills For Success
- Clinical competence
- Critical thinking to assess and make decisions on complex care scenarios
- Strong people leadership skills
- Effective communication skills both oral and written
- Effective emotional support
- Empathy and compassion
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Adaptable and comfortable working through unique situations
- A team player, collaborative
- Technical proficiency with better than average computer skills
- Ethical and able to maintain confidentiality
- Advocate for residents rights and needs
- Keen on continuous learning
Your Experience
- Currently registered as a Registered Nurse from the applicable provincial professional regulatory body with competency to perform skills within their scope of practice.
- Minimum of five (5) years relevant clinical experience and one (1) year of leadership experience, preferably in a retirement residence.
- Experience managing a multidisciplinary team in a unionized environment.
- Experience in mentoring, training, and developing nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment and facilitating ongoing education for your team.
- Experience recruiting and building a strong team that delivers personalized clinical support, is on top of resident assessments, and develops care plans for the best quality of care.
- A good understanding of budgets and financials to be able to monitor department expenses while ensuring all care and labour services are billed appropriately.
- Up to date knowledge of regulations, acts, program standards, and other pertinent provincial legislation.
- Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) within the last six months or be willing to obtain one.
Don’t Meet Every Requirement?
If you’re excited about working with us but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.
Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.
Key skills/competency
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Clinical Leadership
- Senior Care
- Team Management
- Resident Assessment
- Care Planning
- Regulatory Compliance
- Budget Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Healthcare Regulations
Skills & topics
- Director of Care
- Registered Nurse
- RN
- Clinical Leadership
- Senior Living
- Healthcare Management
- Retirement Residence
- Patient Care
- Team Management
- Nursing
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your RN experience and leadership skills. Quantify achievements in senior care.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for senior living and Cogir's values.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss clinical scenarios and leadership challenges.
- Showcase your qualifications: Emphasize your RN registration and five years' clinical experience.
- Network and connect: Follow Cogir on LinkedIn for company insights.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Director of Care at COGIR Real Estate?
- The Director of Care at COGIR Real Estate is responsible for overseeing and managing the clinical program, ensuring resident and employee safety, hiring and training clinical staff, conducting resident assessments, developing service plans, and ensuring compliance with all relevant acts and regulations.
- What qualifications are required for the Director of Care position?
- Candidates must be a registered Nurse with at least five years of relevant clinical experience and one year of leadership experience, preferably in a retirement residence. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, particularly in a unionized environment, is also highly valued.
- What kind of support can a Director of Care expect at COGIR Real Estate?
- COGIR Real Estate provides comprehensive onboarding and training, ongoing coaching and mentorship from regional and national teams, dedicated support staff, and access to resources for administrative, operational, legal, and financial assistance.
- What benefits are offered to the Director of Care?
- The role includes a competitive compensation package, eligibility for a department manager bonus plan, a flexible benefits plan (medical, health, dental, EAP), RRSP matching, and generous time off starting with four weeks of vacation annually.
- What are the career growth opportunities for a Director of Care at COGIR Real Estate?
- COGIR Real Estate fosters a culture of growth with clear career progression paths. Successful Directors of Care may have opportunities to move into regional and national positions within the organization.
- How does COGIR Real Estate support diversity and inclusion in hiring for the Director of Care role?
- COGIR Real Estate encourages applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. They are committed to inclusive employment practices and providing accommodation for candidates upon request.
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