Our client is seeking a Director of Care chance for the seniors’ care space. This role will be based full-time, on-site (5 days/week) in Toronto.

The position sits within a highly respected, nurse-led dementia care provider known for delivering specialized, person-centred care. The successful candidate will play a foundational role in launching a brand-new, purpose-built 65-suite dementia care community in a prime, downtown-adjacent Toronto location. This is a true ground-up opportunity for a clinical leader to design, build, and lead a care program from inception.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing delivery of a dementia-focused, person-centred care model

Build the clinical program from the ground up, including policies, procedures, and care standards

Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop the full care team (RNs, RPNs, PSWs, and support staff)

Provide hands-on clinical leadership, including resident assessments, care planning, and oversight of complex care needs

Oversee medication management, clinical documentation, and adherence to nursing standards and best practices

Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including the Retirement Homes Act, RHRA standards, and CNO requirements

Establish and maintain high standards of care quality, safety, and infection prevention and control (IPAC)

Partner with physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals to deliver integrated care

Lead staff education,



coaching, and performance management to build a high-performing clinical team

Support occupancy and admissions through clinical assessments, family engagement, and tours

Collaborate closely with the Executive Director on operational alignment, risk management, and overall community performance

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) with current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)

Minimum 3+ years of nursing leadership experience in seniors’ care, long-term care, or memory care environments

Deep expertise in dementia care, with strong clinical judgment and understanding of complex care needs

Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and scale clinical teams

Strong knowledge of nursing practices, medication management, and clinical documentation standards

Familiarity with Ontario’s regulatory framework for retirement homes and compliance requirements

Hands-on leadership style, with the ability to operate across both clinical and operational responsibilities

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have:

Experience supporting new community openings, lease-up, or program build-outs

Experience developing clinical education programs and driving continuous improvement initiatives

Exposure to interdisciplinary care models and mission-driven care environments

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📌 Director of Care (Ontario)
🏢 BJRC Recruiting
📍 Ontario