Job Description

Mission:
As the Executive Director you will contribute to the Extendicare purpose of Helping People
Live Better, by leading a high performing team that is dedicated to ensuring all residents
receive the care they need. By demonstrating the attributes of a seasoned and
compassionate leader, you will engage employees to achieve the highest standards of care,
service and value for our residents. This role is accountable for the overall leadership,
strategic planning, and operational management of the long-term care home while ensuring
it maintains compliance with regulatory requirements, policies and organizational
standards.
Key Outcomes:

• Serve as a strong advocate for resident safety and the ongoing advancement of

quality care.

• Develop a high performing management team of highly engaged leaders who model

Extendicare's values and provide exceptional care and service

• Foster a positive culture and employee experience, driving an increase in overall

employee engagement compared to the previous year.

• Attain high resident and family engagement as measured through Experience Survey

Results, by safely caring for each person as we would our own family.

• Manage financial resources and meet/exceed targets.
• Ensure adherence with provincial legislation, organizational standards, policies and

procedures.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead - Oversee all operations and expenditures related to funding streams, balancing

funding envelopes and ensuring all accountabilities are met with respect to
jurisdictional authorities and Extendicare policies/procedures

• Financial stewardship – Ensure home operates in accordance with budget and drives

fiscal accountability within all leaders and departments.

• Collaborate - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in our communities, regional

and support teams to support the health and well-being of residents and team
members, because we achieve more together.

• Comply - Ensure all staff and resident safety and care practices adhere to relevant

Provincial and Federal Acts and Regulations, including Collective Agreements and
Extendicare policies and standards.

• Support - Take a hands-on approach to supporting managers, front-line employees,

residents, and families through their day-to-day priorities, building capacity in the
team and leading by example.

• Cultivate - Establish a culture which enables managers and employees to perform

their best, respect the Resident Bill of Rights/Commitment to Residents and deliver
quality care in compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements

• Develop – Deliver an exceptional employee experience which aims to build high

performing teams through ongoing focus on talent development, ongoing education
and succession planning.

• Improve - Ensuring the success of Quality Improvement Programs and initiatives

because we are relentless in our efforts to improve

• Strategy Development – in consultation with the leadership team, develop home

level strategies that enhance resident care and support the broader Extendicare
goals.

• Customer Service – through employing the customer service mindset, accept and

respond to feedback (concerns, recognition or suggestions) from residents, families,
vendors and team members with acknowledgement and empathy.

• Values Alignment - Uphold and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values

and philosophy regarding ethics, morality, and integrity
Required Education, Credentials and Experience:

• A university degree in Health, Gerontology, Business, Marketing or Social Services
• LTC Administrator Certification (where applicable)
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant health management experience including

budgeting, operating statement analysis, labour relations and a thorough awareness
of applicable legislation governing LTC operations

• Demonstrated ability to lead and engage a sizeable multidisciplinary team, in a

unionized environment

• Working understanding of business planning processes and utilization of Key

Performance Indicators (KPI) to drive business success and achievement of
strategies

• Experience in risk management activities and demonstrated knowledge of continuous

quality improvement processes

• Passion to promote a person-centered care philosophy and work with seniors
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check

(including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Core Competencies (included for posting only)

• Financial Acumen
• Industry/Regulatory Knowledge
• Business Acumen
• Relationship Management
• People Management
• Customer Service
• Change Management

Attributes of an Effective Leader

• Strategy Development: Understands the organization’s strategy and sets priorities

to make it happen

• Self-Motivated and Results Driven: Takes ownership and holds themselves and

others responsible for delivering high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results

• Collaboration: Inspires a collaborative team environment and works effectively with

others with the ability to influence

• Effective Communication: Actively listens, seeking to understand all perspectives

and communicates with respect

• Problem Solving: Recognizes and takes ownership to resolve issues outside of clear

role mandate

• Builds High Performing Teams: Builds the capability of individuals and teams

through continuous feedback, coaching, and a commitment to learning and
development

• Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement: Uses data to identify and measure

performance and develop solutions to motivate improvement.
What Extendicare has to offer:
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to
reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and
recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the

lives of others through your work.

• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada.
Through our network of 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our

home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people
with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce
of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future
where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best
lives

Time Type:

Full time