Director of Wellness

Amica Senior Lifestyles operates over 30 senior living residences in British Columbia and Ontario, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Long Term Care. We combine expert care with premium hospitality to deliver a personalized senior living experience.

Compensation and Benefits

Expected Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000

Maximum Bonus Potential: 10% of base pay, that rewards exceptional performance.

Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan contributions; disability; and employee wellness programs.

Vacation: Generous annual vacation entitlement, aligned with company policy.

Compensation is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates whose experience surpasses the expectations for this role may be eligible for compensation above the advertised range.

The Opportunity

As the Director of Wellness, you will oversee the Wellness Department, enhancing residents’ lives and ensuring delivery of outstanding nursing and health programs. You will collaborate with a dedicated team and contribute to the overall well‑being of the community.

How the Wellness team is different

- Our care model emphasizes social connection, allowing you to form purposeful relationships with residents and their families.
- Your feedback is valued, and you will have the opportunity to directly contribute to personalized wellness plans.
- Your leadership skills will be nurtured through proactive care, assessments, and collaborations with healthcare providers.

How we will support you

- A diverse environment where individual differences are celebrated.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package including RRSP matching.
- Supportive leadership.

What you will be doing

1. Holistic Program Management

- Develop and implement effective service delivery methods that capture all program elements and ensure accountability while identifying inefficiencies and improving processes.




- Assess new residents’ physical and cognitive functioning and determine level of care within 30 days of move‑in.
- Devise and maintain personalized plans of care for residents.
- Evaluate pharmacy services to ensure legislative requirements.
- Maintain complete medical and nursing records system.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of all health and safety policies.

2. Education and Team Management

- Organize in‑service and continuing education programs for the Wellness Department.
- Recruit, onboard, develop, and retain talented team members while forecasting future staffing needs.
- Conduct regular team meetings and encourage individual growth.

3. Community Engagement, Collaboration and Communication

- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to develop holistic resident care plans, flow sheets and problem‑oriented charting.
- Maintain a hands‑on approach through regular visits and assessments of residents.
- Act as an expert resource, providing clear interpretations of wellness procedures and policies.
- Engage with residents, families, and guests professionally.
- Contribute to marketing strategies for programs and services.
- Foster collaboration with community organizations/agencies.

4. Financial Management

- Plan and monitor budgeting for the Wellness Department.
- Manage financial constraints.

What you will bring

- RPN or RN certification, in good standing with the provincial College of Nurses.
- 5+ years of nursing experience, including 3+ years in management.
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- Solid knowledge of senior care, dementia, and healthcare regulations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
- Proficiency in medical record systems and MS Office suite.
- Courses in gerontology, aging, or dementia are an asset.
- Experience with YARDI (electronic care system) is preferred.
- Experience in a senior living care environment is preferred.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, provided the applicant meets the bona‑fide requirements for the open position. Applicants should make their requirements known when contacted.

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📌 Director of Wellness (Victoria)
🏢 Amica Senior Lifestyles
📍 Victoria