An Extraordinary Opportunity Awaits - V!VA Leaside Opens in 2026!

Would you like to fill your time with meaningful, fulfilling work for Seniors?

Join the exclusive launch team at V!VA Leaside - Toronto's premier luxury retirement residence

Craft a truly exceptional lifestyle experience from the ground up in one of the city's most prestigious neighbourhoods

Join a company that believes in Making Today Great!

Be a part of a distinguished founding team curating an exceptional lifestyle experience for our Community Members from day one

Surround yourself with excellence, compassion, and innovation - and discover why we are Happier Here™!

Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, team meals, vacation, sick pay, and more!

You.

You are a compassionate and experienced nursing professional who is passionate about supporting older adults and leading high-performing care teams. You believe exceptional care starts with strong relationships, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.

You are a natural leader who inspires others through coaching, mentorship, and by leading by example.

You take pride in fostering a positive team culture, coaching and developing Team Members, and ensuring Community Members receive exceptional care and service every day.

As a collaborative Team Member, you embrace V!VA's purpose of Making Today Great! and are committed to creating meaningful experiences for Community Members, families, and fellow Team Members.

Us.

At V!VA Retirement Communities, we believe life is meant to be lived with purpose, connection, and joy.

Our mission is simple: Making Today Great!

We create vibrant communities where Community Members can thrive, build meaningful relationships, and enjoy life to the fullest. Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do, bringing compassion, excellence, and a genuine commitment to service every day.

At V!VA, we put people first. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating successes, and creating an environment where Community Members and Team Members alike can thrive.

If you share our passion for exceptional service, meaningful relationships, and making a positive difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.

The Career.

As a Wellness Supervisor (RPN) at V!VA Leaside, you will play a key leadership role in overseeing the coordination, quality, and delivery of care services provided by the Wellness Team. Through your clinical expertise, leadership, and commitment to exceptional care, you will help ensure Community Members receive exceptional care while promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Wellness Manager, you will provide leadership and support to Wellness Leads, Unregulated Care Providers (UCPs), and Personal Support Workers (PSWs). You will collaborate with Community Members, families, healthcare professionals, and Team Members to coordinate care, support wellness initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to an exceptional Community Member experience.

All care services are delivered in accordance with individualized Care Plans, V!VA policies, and applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Development

Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and support to the Wellness Team, including Wellness Leads, UCPs, and PSWs. Foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative team environment focused on exceptional Community Member care. Monitor Team Member performance and provide coaching, mentorship, recognition, and constructive feedback. Mentor, coach, and support Team Member development through ongoing feedback, education, and performance discussions. Coordinate department scheduling to support operational needs and appropriate staffing levels. Participate in recruitment, interviews, onboarding, orientation, and training of Wellness Team Members. Provide leadership and operational oversight in the absence of the Wellness Manager. Support shift coverage as required to ensure continuity of care and service delivery.

Care Coordination & Clinical Excellence

Collaborate with the Wellness Manager to oversee Community Member care and services. Conduct Wellness Assessments and participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized Care Plans. Coordinate and lead care conferences with Community Members, families, and healthcare providers. Liaise with physicians, pharmacies, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals to support continuity of care. Receive, transcribe, and action physician and prescriber orders in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards. Support Community Members and families by providing health education, guidance, and assistance with healthcare-related needs. Assist with assessments for prospective and existing Community Members, including move-in assessments when required.

Operations

Support the daily operations of the Wellness Department and collaborate closely with Wellness Leads, UCPs, and PSWs. Administer medications and ensure the safe handling, storage, and documentation of medications, including narcotics and controlled substances. Provide professional nursing care in accordance with scope of practice, Care Plans, and physician orders. Respond to Community Member emergencies and coordinate appropriate follow-up and emergency response when required. Support vaccine clinics, wellness initiatives, health promotion activities, and clinical programs within the Community. Ensure proper utilization, maintenance, and storage of wellness supplies and equipment.

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Maintain accurate health records and ensure documentation meets professional, organizational, and regulatory standards. Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual audits as directed. Support compliance with the Retirement Homes Act, RHRA requirements, College of Nurses of Ontario standards, and V!VA policies. Participate in and lead quality improvement initiatives, committees, and wellness programs. Provide oversight and support for Infection Prevention and Control practices within the Community. Contribute to departmental goal setting and achievement of organizational objectives.

Team Participation & Accountability

Demonstrate V!VA's Orange Dot Values in every interaction. Foster positive relationships with Community Members, families, visitors, healthcare partners, and Team Members. Participate in Community activities, events, training sessions, committees, and daily Making Today Great meetings. Promote a culture of respect, collaboration, accountability, and exceptional customer service. Complete special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Minimum of 5 years' nursing experience in retirement living, long-term care, seniors' care, or a related healthcare environment. Demonstrated supervisory, leadership, or team management experience in a healthcare, retirement living, or seniors' care environment is preferred. Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and care planning skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams. Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgement. Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English. Valid CPR/First Aid Certification required. Smart Serve Certification is considered an asset. Valid Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) required. Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and move up to 50 lbs. Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, statutory holidays, and outside regular shift hours as required. Available for call-ins and emergency coverage when required. Valid driver's licence, automobile insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.

V!VA Retirement Communities welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Successful Applicants will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada for the next 6 months.

V!VA Retirement Communities operates within the vulnerable sector and the well-being of our community members and team members is important. For this reason, V!VA Retirement Communities requires all new team members are vaccinated for COVID-19.

Accommodation, including for those who cannot be vaccinated for COVID-19 due to religious or medical reasons, will be provided in accordance with V!VA Retirement’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, as amended from time to time, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as amended from time to time.

Additional Information

Wage: $35.00 per Hour We use AI tools in screening applications Vacancy Status: New

Now Hiring - V!VA Leaside Opening Team

Join us at our upcoming V!VA Leaside Job Fair

We’re hiring for our newest community opening Fall 2026—and we’d love to meet you.

July 17 & 18 | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Leaside Memorial Community Gardens - William Lea Room

1073 Millwood Rd., Toronto, ON

Walk-ins welcome — bring your resume and your energy!

RSVP: https://viva-retirement-communities.applynow.net.au/jobs/ViVA142510226

Learn more: Leaside Retirement Living | VIVA Retirement Communities

Please note: Due to the anticipated volume of interest, only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted. We kindly ask that you do not send follow-up emails or call regarding the status of your application. Candidate updates will be provided in early August.