Assistant Director of Nursing Care

Overview The Village at University Gates located in Waterloo, Ontario has an exciting opportunity for a Temporary Full Time Assistant Director of Nursing Care to join their team. Tentative Start Date: Feb 2026. The expected hiring range for this position varies by experience: 1-3 years: $81,370 to $85,800; 4-6 years: $87,550 to $94,200; 7+ years: $98,880 to $105,700. This role falls within a broader internal salary band with growth opportunities based on demonstrated performance. How Schlegel Villages Supports Our Team Members Competitive salary, and benefits; Significant opportunities for Growth and Development: Our Leaders come from within; Ongoing Team Member Appreciation incentives and generous rewards and recognition; Extended Health Benefits & Retirement Savings; Individualized Assistance for Team Member Education and Development; Loans and Scholarships to help our team members realize their greatest potential; Financial Hardship Support Program: Wilfred Schlegel Hope Fund; A Unique Family Culture: Every Person in Every Village is a branch of our Family Tree Responsibilities As our new Assistant Director of Nursing Care, you will: Support and embrace our resident-centred social culture and be proud to deliver the highest quality of clinical care to our residents. You will work as a key member of our leadership team to support our self-directed nursing and clinical team members in bringing to life clinical programs and quality outcomes that focus on flexible living and quality of life. Assist in supporting the clinical and nursing team in HR-related functions as well as clinical programs. Track and analyze trends, drive quality assurance initiatives, and participate in Village-wide committees and working groups. Support neighbourhood multidisciplinary teams in understanding residents’ individual needs, provide clinical leadership and guidance to colleagues, and advocate for residents to participate in decisions about their care. Provide training and education to the clinical team, and manage inventory and supplies. Foster exemplary relationships with residents, their families and the Village team to deliver holistic care and provide specialized clinical services and expertise. Qualifications Possess a current registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Hold current Heart Save Level of CPR. Have three (3) years of experience leading and directing department(s) in a healthcare setting. Be excited by our objectives, our Village philosophy and the family values that shape all aspects of life in a Schlegel Village. Display a caring and respectful attitude toward our residents, families, and team members. Understand the physical, mental, and emotional demands of the Assistant Director of Nursing Care role. Assets (not required) Experience working in a Long-Term Care or Retirement Home setting RNAO membership MDS credentialed (Optional dependent on Village size). Awareness and understanding of infection control practices, WHMIS, and all relevant health and safety procedures. Skill in operating common hand and power tools. At Schlegel Villages we are redefining elder care through innovation, Village design and culture change, but the key to our Village success, and our residents’ satisfaction, is YOU and our teams. We aspire to provide all members of our communities, including team members, with a life enriching experience. We are family owned and operated and we take our mission seriously: “to provide holistic health care in a home environment, located within an internal neighbourhood design that promotes a caring community with emphasis on optimal health and life purpose for each resident”. We’d love to talk to you about what makes us different. Schlegel Villages is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the hiring leader. At Schlegel Villages, our hiring practices reflect our commitment to human connection and strong relationships that we strive to provide in our Villages. We do not use artificial intelligence in our screening or selection processes; applications are reviewed by our recruitment professionals who thoughtfully assess candidate’s fit with our posted opportunities, mission and values. #J-18808-Ljbffr