Executive Director

Job Description:

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the administration and smooth operation of the establishment, more specifically, planning, managing and monitoring human resources; financial and material resources; services to residents; relationships with residents and their families; relationships with government agencies; and the general well-being of residents and staff. The Executive Director must perform these tasks in accordance with priorities and objectives established by the Board of Directors and the Annual General Meeting.

Duties:
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will have the following primary duties:

– Supervise the care and security of residents as per standards established by the Province (Operational and Care Services Standards for Private Nursing Homes and Agreement Respecting the Long Term Care Program in Private Nursing Homes and Appendices), and by the Cooperative (Le Manuel des politiques de la Coopérative Le Chez-Nous Ltée);
– Ensure the implementation of an efficient financial management system for the Cooperative;
– Manage an efficient maintenance system for all assets belonging to the Cooperative (buildings, furniture, parking, equipment, etc.);
– Ensure that the policies and procedures of the Cooperative are followed and kept up to date, and that they conform to requirements of the Department of Health and Wellness;
– Ensure a quality living environment for the residents of Le Chez-Nous;
– Hire, supervise, and evaluate the performance of staff in the following positions: administrative assistant, resident services supervisor, food service supervisor, housekeeping supervisor, and building maintenance supervisor;
– Encourage coordination and continuity between the various services;
– Promote the professional development of staff and identify possibilities for continuing education;
– Prepare and recommend the annual budget and business goals of the Cooperative and monitor results;
– Maintain the Cooperative’s occupancy rate at close to 100%;
– Meet regularly with section supervisors to set goals and to analyze results;
– Participate in meetings for private and community care and long term care facilities as a representative of the Cooperative in negotiations with the provincial government, as well as to exchange on innovation and best practices in the field;
– Prepare necessary documentation for Board meetings, the Annual General Meeting, and special meetings as described in the Cooperative’s by-laws and regulations;
– Ensure that the Cooperative meets all standards and requirements of the Department of Health and Wellness for obtaining and maintaining its operating license, and ensure that the professional status and certification of all staff members meet the facility licensing requirements set out by the Department of Health and Wellness;
– Manage the comfort allowance for certain residents as requested by family and health care professionals.

Requirements:
– The ideal candidate has a demonstrated interest in services for seniors. He/She is a mobilizing leader, available and engaged; he/she possesses the required skill set as well as empathy and know-how.
– University degree in Business Administration, or 3 to 5 years of management experience;
– Personal qualities necessary to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, residents and their families, government representatives, community members, etc.;
– Experience in efficient staff management and management of financial resources;
– Experience in property management is an asset;
– Knowledge of Word and Excel;
– Excellent knowledge of French and English, written and oral;
– Ability to react quickly in emergency situations.

Working conditions:
– An up-to-date and satisfactory criminal record check is required.
– This position sometimes requires working evenings and weekends.
– A full-time position offering competitive pay and benefits based on experience and qualifications.