Extendicare
long-term care
ExecutiveDirector(ED)
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“Executive Director (ED) at Extendicare. Skills: operational management, strategic planning, resident care, financial resources. Oversee all operations and expenditures related to funding streams. Ensure home operates in accordance with budget”
What You'll Achieve.
Serve as a 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; Manage financial resources and meet/exceed targets.; Ensure adherence with provincial legislation, organizational standards, policies and procedures.; drive business success and achievement of strategies; Uses data to identify and measure performance and develop solutions to motivate improvement.
Industry & Context.
Recognizes and takes ownership to resolve issues outside of clear role mandate
Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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.
What You'll Do.
Oversee all operations and expenditures related to funding streams
Ensure home operates in accordance with budget
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Ensure all staff and resident safety and care practices adhere to relevant Provincial and Federal Acts and Regulations
Establish a culture which enables managers and employees to perform their best
Deliver an exceptional employee experience
Ensuring the success of Quality Improvement Programs and initiatives
Develop home level strategies that enhance resident care
Employing the customer service mindset
Uphold and promote the organization’s Mission
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in our communities, regional and support teams; Inspires a collaborative team environment and works effectively with others with the ability to influence
Communication Scope
Actively listens, seeking to understand all perspectives and communicates with respect
Full Job Description
**_Job Description_** This position is in **_Athabasca, Alberta._** Executive Director 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 achiev
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