Assistant Director of Resident Care

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

$52–$61 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Assistant Director of Resident Care supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of nursing services while fostering a high-performing workplace culture. They provide leadership in clinical excellence, quality improvement initiatives, and staff development to ensure superior resident-centered care.

Job details

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities. Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors’ apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home by June 2026. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area. Lead Excellence in Resident Care at Yee Hong Make a Difference Every Day. Lead with Purpose. Shape the Future of Care. At Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care, our values guide everything we do: We Care. We Collaborate. We Commit. Relationship-Centered Care is at the heart of our organization. It means seeing the person before the task, honouring each individual's story, culture, and life experiences, and creating meaningful moments that support physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cultural well-being. Why Join Yee Hong? • Meaningful and rewarding work that positively impacts the lives of seniors and their families • A collaborative leadership environment that values partnership and teamwork • Opportunities to lead, mentor, and develop nursing professionals • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits About the Role Reporting to the Director of Resident Care, the Assistant Director of Resident Care plays a key leadership role in supporting the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of resident care services. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Development • Recruit, orient, coach, mentor and develop nursing staff. • Foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture. • Support performance management and staff engagement initiatives. Clinical Excellence & Resident Care • Provide leadership and oversight for resident-centered nursing care. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality outcomes. • Respond promptly to resident and family concerns. Quality Improvement & Risk Management • Lead quality improvement initiatives and performance monitoring activities. • Support RAI-MDS, CQI, IPAC, Restorative Care, and Occupational Health & Safety programs. What you Bring • Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or equivalent education and experience. • Minimum 4 years nursing experience and 3 years leadership experience. • Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills. • Chinese or Japanese language skills are considered an asset. Join a team where your leadership matters, your expertise is valued, and your work makes a difference every day. Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We comply with the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 and all applicable employment legislation. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact us to discuss their needs. Status: Full-Time, Permanent - new position Department: Resident Care Reports To: Director of Resident Care Location: Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care – Finch Site Please apply before: Salary Range: $51.79 - $60.92 INTERNAL APPLICANTS: PLEASE APPLY THROUGH THE JOBS HUB Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer: Competitive total compensation package Multi-employer pension plan Professional development opportunities Ongoing learning and development Employee education assistance program Award winning corporate culture Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation. Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate. Our hiring process involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with screening of the applicants’ resume. This job is posted to fill an existing vacancy.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and hold a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. The role requires a minimum of 4 years of nursing experience and 3 years of leadership experience.