Program Manager

Job summary

The Program Manager provides leadership and direction in the delivery of high-quality clinical care and nursing services. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating care services while ensuring compliance with health standards and legislation.

Job details

Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is selected. Come join our team! Being part of Shepherd’s Care means making a difference and having an opportunity to grow, innovate, lead, and succeed. Our employees propel change and continue to be at the centre of our organization’s development. Our inspiring Mission is “Living life in a caring, Christian environment” and encourages our employees to contribute to a culture of positivity, while being person-centered and present in the lives of our residents. The Opportunity Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Bi-Weekly Hours: 77.5 Hourly Rate of Pay: Commensurate with education and experience Location: Prince of Peace: 300 Prince of Peace Way, Rocky View County (Calgary) Reporting to the Director of Care, the Program Manager provides leadership, coordination, and direction in the delivery of high-quality clinical care within the Mission, Vision, and Values of Shepherd’s Care Foundation. This role oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care services while ensuring compliance with continuing care health service standards, legislation, and SCF policies and procedures. The Program Manager supports residents and their families through advocacy, choice, and person-centered care, demonstrating professional competence, sound judgment, and evidence-based practice. Committed to continuous quality improvement, the Program Manager fosters an environment that promotes excellence in resident care and upholds the organization’s Behaviour Standards and professional nursing practices. The successful candidate will be a Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) and possess a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible work experience at a supervisory or management level in CCH-A or related field. A Gerontology Certificate is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills, with the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently, clearly, and efficiently. Current CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers) certification and a valid driver’s license with a driver’s abstract acceptable to the Employer are also required. How To Apply Please apply directly to recruitment@shepherdscare.org. We thank all applicants; only those under consideration will be contacted. Who We Are Shepherd’s Care Foundation is a mission driven, faith-based, not-for-profit organization providing quality care and accommodations to more than 1000 seniors in Calgary, Edmonton, and Barrhead. Our campuses provide living options for residents with a full spectrum of care needs including Independent Living, Continuing Care Home Type B (supportive living/SL4), Continuing Care Home Type B Secure (SL4D), Continuing Care Home Type A (long term care and complex care), and Home and Community Care Type 2. What We Offer Shepherd’s Care Foundation offers total rewards, a strong focus on employee safety and wellness, and a commitment to progressive work teams, personal development, and collaboration. We also offer respectful and culturally inclusive workplaces that align with our employee-developed Behaviour Standards, and pride ourselves on open and connected work environments. Note that, the successful applicant must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (satisfactory to the employer).

What you’ll do

The Program Manager provides leadership and direction in the delivery of high-quality clinical care and nursing services. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating care services while ensuring compliance with health standards and legislation.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing with CLPNA and have at least two years of supervisory experience in CCH-A or a related field. Required certifications include CPR/BLS, a valid driver's license, and a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.

Benefits

• Employee Safety And Wellness
• Personal Development
• Collaboration Opportunities

Listed skills

• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical Care Leadership
• Nursing Care Planning
• Regulatory Compliance
• Person-Centered Care
• Patient Advocacy
• Quality Improvement
• Supervisory Management
• Communication
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Resident Care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services

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