Director of Wellness

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
  
• 3–5 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