Director of Wellness
Posted:
16 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
13 October 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Wellness to lead the delivery of resident health and personal care services within a senior living environment. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality care regulatory compliance and a positive experience for residents and their families while providing strong clinical leadership to the care team.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee resident care including assessments and individualized care planning
- Delegate assign and evaluate nursing team activities
- Ensure delivery of safe high-quality health and personal care services
- Maintain accurate and compliant clinical documentation
- Coordinate and participate in care conferences as needed
- Review pre-admission assessments and support move-in and transition processes
- Monitor and communicate changes in resident health status
- Oversee medication administration treatments and physician orders
- Coordinate lab diagnostic and pharmacy-related services
- Manage incident reporting risk and regulatory compliance
- Lead infection prevention and control initiatives
- Recruit train schedule and evaluate nursing staff
- Provide ongoing coaching and professional development
- Build strong relationships with residents and families addressing concerns effectively
- Coordinate with external service providers and healthcare partners
Job Qualifications
- Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (RN or RPN)
- Eligible to practice in Ontario (if registered in another province)
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- 35 years of leadership experience in senior living or a similar clinical environment
- Strong knowledge of applicable healthcare regulations and standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems
- Excellent leadership communication and conflict-resolution skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
- Commitment to resident-centered care and high-quality service delivery
Additional Requirements:
- Vulnerable Sector Check (recent or willingness to obtain)
- TB test or chest X-ray as required
- Two supervisory references
- Proof of required vaccinations