Operational Readiness Lead

Covenant Living Operational Readiness Lead Temporary Full Time Dec 1st - June 30th, 2026

About the Organization:

Is contributing to a mission driven organization important to you? Do you prefer to be a part of an organization that takes its mission as the basis for all decision making? The mission of Covenant Living is to "continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person – body, mind and soul."

In fulfillment of this mission, Covenant Living actively participates in advancing the Covenant Strategic Plan that aspires to:

• Serve– we will strengthen our mission and live our values to meet the needs of those we serve through excellence in care, an engaged team, and wise use of our resources;
• Transform and Grow– We will transform the health system and grow through integration, innovation, and shared learnings to respond to the strengths and needs of our communities, especially those most vulnerable;
• And Contribute– we will leverage our legacy to maximize the strategic contribution of Catholic health care.

Covenant Living is a non-profit partner in Alberta's integrated health system serving seniors of all faiths and backgrounds. We are committed to innovative approaches to support seniors in a caring community where they can thrive.

Covenant Living is an organization that takes its mission to the heart of everything it does.

We believe that this is what makes our organization stand out in our approach. Our Employees are the key to how our residents feel about their home… you have the ability to be a part of influencing the lives of all those that reside in our environments and create a caring and compassionate environment.

Position Summary:

Covenant Living welcomes all who share a call to serve those most in need.

We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person–body, mind and soul. The position of the Covenant Living Operational Readiness Lead will commit to incorporate our mission, vision, and our values, which are Compassion, Respect, Collaboration, Social Justice, Integrity and Stewardship, and uphold our ethical traditions as foundational aspects in all actions and decision-making.

With the functional support, guidance and supervision provided by the Program Manager, NESHW, the Covenant Living Operational Readiness Lead carries out services as outlined by the Covenant Living Policies and Procedures in all Alberta locations.

The Operational Readiness Lead combines a passion for innovation with practical experience in home and community support services, building on Covenant's unique opportunity to be a change and innovation leader in this area. They will collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the development and implementation of the Covenant Living Model is in alignment with Covenant's mission, vision, and values, innovative best practices and standards of the respective settings. This position champions innovative, leading-edge program planning, monitors program performance and creates a culture that encourages innovation, supports change and drives for continuous quality improvement.

This position will:

• Model the organizations mission, vision, and values, consistently representing Covenant professionally and positively.
• Collaborate effectively as a professional team plater, supporting the achievement of Covenant's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Engage and mobilize teams to fulfill Covenant's Mission, Vision, Values, and strategic objectives.

The Covenant Living Operational Readiness Lead will be accountable for:

• Project Management and Facilitation
• Subject Matter Expert
• Contributions to Communities
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Other Duties

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Post-secondary education (degree) in health and/or community care or support services
• Minimum five (5) years in leadership/management capacity
• Strong working knowledge of provincial home and community care
• Demonstrated leadership and general management skills
• Skilled in strategic/tactical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to effectively present information, expectations, ideas, and concepts to a variety of audiences
• Strong ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders who can influence the development of policy and service delivery and to work collaboratively and effectively with others to achieve results
• Experience with leading projects through planning, execution, reporting, monitoring and evaluation
• Ability to multitask and lead a number of different projects
• Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions and adhere to short timelines
• Capable of functioning in an environment of complexity and change
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel between sites and across the province

Preferred Requirements:

• Post-graduate education in healthcare or business-related field
• Certification as a Project Manager, or PMI
• Certification in Change Management, or PROSCI
• Extensive experience and commitment to excellence I home and community care or support services
• Knowledge of provincial seniors' health and wellness systems
• Grant writing and reporting experience
• Business development experience
• Working in multidisciplinary environment which includes team members involved in research and quality improvement activities

Please Note:

This is a temporary, full-time position for approximately one (1) year.

All employees new to Covenant Living must provide a criminal record check with vulnerable screening (CRC/VS) not older than 90 days ahead of your employment commencement date. Not having a CRC/VS will delay your ability to commence employment. Covenant Living is committed to an inclusive work environment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank you in advance for applying with Covenant Living. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.