Thrive Group is hiring two Full-Time Directors of Care (DOC) to join our leadership teams at Idlewyld Manor and St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke!

Idlewyld Manor is a not-for-profit 192-bed long-term care residence recognized for its expertise in caring for medically complex residents through innovative, interprofessional programs. St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke is a not-for-profit 221-bed home known for providing high-quality care to residents with complex cognitive and behavioural support needs. Both homes are committed to delivering high quality living in a home-like environment where “Privacy, dignity and caring” is the philosophy we live by.

St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke is a not for profit 221 bed long-term care residence that features high quality living in a home like environment. "Privacy, dignity and caring" is the philosophy we live by. If you are an individual who values Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility and Excellence then we would like to hear from you!

If you are a proven leader who models Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence — with Compassion as your core value — and who inspires others through transformational leadership, system thinking, and collaboration, then we would like to hear from you.

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized and awarded as:

• 2024 & 2025 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team
• 2024 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada
• 2024 Best Workplaces in Health Care
• 2023 Best Workplaces for Giving Back

Position Summary:

The Director of Care (DOC) is a key member of the home’s leadership team, reporting to the Administrator of each home and clinically accountable to the Senior Director of Clinical Practice at Thrive Group. The DOC is primarily responsible for the administrative and operational leadership of nursing and personal care services, ensuring compliance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act (FLTCA), 2021, professional standards, and Thrive Group policies.

 Working in close partnership with the Director of Clinical Practice (Nurse Practitioner) of the home, the DOC provides leadership, guidance, and support to Resident Care Supervisors, Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs), and Personal Support Workers (PSWs). Together, this integrated leadership dyad ensures high-quality, resident-centered, and evidence-informed care while advancing clinical programs and supporting attending physicians.

 The DOC is expected to be a system thinker and transformational leader who can coach and inspire care teams, foster a culture of continuous quality improvement, and build coalitions with external partners. Supported by the Thrive Group Centre of Excellence in Healthcare Innovation, the DOC has the opportunity to contribute to sector-leading initiatives, pilot promising practices, and strengthen long-term care through research and innovation.

Employment Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) (required).
• Post-secondary degree in Nursing; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience in long-term care, complex continuing care, or another healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (FLTCA), regulations, and relevant professional practice standards.
• Strong background in administrative leadership, including staffing, scheduling, budget oversight, and quality improvement processes.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and support interprofessional teams, including supervisors, RNs, RPNs, and PSWs.
• Experience partnering with physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals to advance resident-centered care.
• Recognized as a transformational leader and system thinker, with demonstrated ability to lead change and innovation in a complex healthcare environment.
• Experience building coalitions and partnerships with external healthcare organizations, community stakeholders, and academic partners.
•  Familiarity with specialized programs for medically complex residents and/or residents with complex cognitive and behavioural support needs.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Familiarity with PointClickCare, RAI-MDS, and electronic health records is an asset.
• Must successfully complete a Police Check, Vulnerable Sector Screening, and medical clearance.
• French language skills are considered an asset.

Why Join Us?

At Thrive Group, you will:

• Lead in a progressive, research-engaged environment where innovation is valued and supported.
• Work in an integrated leadership model alongside a Director of Clinical Practice (NP), fostering collaboration and shared accountability.
• Be part of a leadership team that values teamwork, honesty, respect, innovation, versatility, and excellence, with compassion as our compass in all we do.
• Shape the future of long-term care by advancing specialized programs, mentoring the next generation of healthcare leaders, and building coalitions with partners across the health system.
• Join an organization that truly believes in its vision of helping people “live life well.”

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Application Closing Date: Sunday, September 21, at 11:59 p.m.

We are currently hiring to fill an existing/new position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca