Director of Senior Living Communities

2 months ago


Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Optima Living Full time
About the Role

As the Executive Director of Operations, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day functioning of our senior living communities. This includes overseeing financial management, occupancy, resident support, employee relations, and building strong relationships with our support services team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Talent Management
    • Develop and lead a high-performing team of managers and front-line employees, including sourcing, selecting, and onboarding key talent.
    • Establish and implement site-level vision, mission, values, and organizational strategies.
    • Drive results through others by setting clear goals and expectations.
    • Plan for growth and succession by developing a pipeline of future leaders.
    • Foster a diverse, employer-of-choice culture that embodies our commitment to excellence.
    • Provide coaching and mentoring to team members.
    • Conduct performance evaluations and promote team building and engagement.
  • Operational Excellence
    • Ensure compliance with provincial legislation and accreditation standards.
    • Interact with residents to resolve inquiries in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
    • Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, and Workplace Hazardous Material Information System.
  • Financial Management
    • Create and implement budgets that drive results.
    • Analyze data and financial statements to inform decision-making.
    • Establish targets and drive results through effective financial management.
  • Relationship Building
    • Inspire a positive culture among families, residents, and employees.
    • Forge strong partnerships with external stakeholders and suppliers to advance organizational priorities.
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in property management or a relevant diploma or degree program in healthcare administration or hospitality.
  • Experience in a retirement setting is preferred.
  • Completion of CPR and First Aid is an asset.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors, and operational partners.
  • Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple requests.
  • Superior oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem-solve.
What We Offer
  • A truly awesome team of colleagues.
  • A welcoming and supportive work environment.
  • Dental care.
  • RRSP.
  • Extended health care.
  • Life insurance.
  • Paid time off.
  • On-site parking.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Vision care.

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