Director of Care; Peel Manor Long Term Care

**Job Description**:
**Director of Care, Peel Manor Long Term Care**

**Long Term Care
- Health Services**

**Status**:Regular Full Time

**Salary Range**:$128,942-$161,179 per annum plus comprehensive benefits

**Work Mode**: On-site

**Location**: 525 Main Street N, Brampton

**Hours of work**:35 hours per week; flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed

**Lead with Compassion: Director of Care - Peel Manor LTC**

Are you a dedicated nursing leader passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors? Join us at Peel Manor, a cornerstone of Peel Region's Long Term Care services, where your leadership will foster a nurturing environment for both residents and staff.

**About the Role**:
As the **Director of Care (DOC)**, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional resident-centered care. Reporting to the Administrator, you will lead a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance with the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards, and fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Leadership & Management**: Recruit, mentor, and supervise nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.**Resident Care**: Ensure individualized care plans are developed and implemented, promoting residents' physical and emotional well-being.**Compliance & Quality Assurance**: Maintain adherence to all legislative requirements, including the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act, and oversee quality improvement initiatives.**Collaboration**: Engage with interdisciplinary teams, families, and external partners to enhance care delivery and resident satisfaction.**Education & Development**: Promote ongoing staff education and professional development to ensure best practices in gerontological nursing.**Budgeting & Resource Management**: Participate in budget planning and manage resources effectively to ensure optimal care delivery.**Integrated Care Partnerships**: Collaborate with the Seniors Services Development team and various community partners to facilitate integrated care through purposeful internal and external collaborations. This approach aims to improve coordination of services, optimize resource utilization, and strengthen community partnerships, thereby building a more resilient healthcare system and enhancing the quality of life for seniors.

**Qualifications**:
**Education**: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing; current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. A diploma in Long-Term Care Administration is preferred.**Experience**: Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role within a long-term care setting.**Skills**: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and long-term care software systems.**Knowledge**: Comprehensive understanding of gerontological nursing, relevant legislation, and best practices in long-term care.

**Why Join Peel Manor?**:
At Peel Manor, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where residents receive the highest quality of care, and staff are valued and empowered. As a leader in our community, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and contribute to the continuous improvement of our services.

**Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)**

At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of _you_. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team:

- ** Top-Notch Benefits**: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) — starting on your very first day
- ** OMERS Pension Plan**: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
- ** Vacation Time That Grows**: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year— because work-life balance is important
- ** Personal Days Just for You**: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
- ** Wellness First**: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
- ** Performance Pays Off**: Annual performance reviews with merit increases — your hard work is recognized and rewarded
- ** Supportive, Respectful Culture**: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
- ** Learning & Growth**: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing — whether in your career or on a personal level.

We’ve got you covered — because we know happy, healthy people do their best work

**Interview**: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology

About Us:
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they