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Administrator – Long-Term Care Home

Lead the Future of Person-Centered Care

Enhanced Living is seeking an experienced and visionary Administrator to lead the operations of a progressive long-term care home. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the Administrator will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and organizational direction while championing innovative models of care that redefine the traditional nursing home experience.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a culture focused on dignity, choice, independence, and quality of life through the implementation of transformative care practices, including the Household Model and Nursing Home Without Walls.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Lead all aspects of the nursing home’s operations in alignment with the mission and strategic direction set by Enhanced Living.
• Embed a culture of innovation, best-practices, and person-centered care in all facets of operations.
• Recruit and retain a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team committed to delivering best-in-class care.
• Advocate for staff development, continuous learning, and community engagement initiatives. Mentor staff directly in how to enable and care for residents based on their direction, preferences, and needs.
• Recognize and value the role of the family and friends caregivers as partners in the delivery of health and social care.
• Implement and oversee the Household Model of care, fostering a real-home environment for residents and advancing the application of decentralized services.
• Integrate technology and forward-thinking practices to enhance residents’ experiences and staff workflows.
• Develop and maintain relationships with residents, families, staff, community groups, and sector partners that advance the operational mission.
• Remain informed and participate in sector initiatives that advance quality of life for residents and quality of work for staff.
• Ensure compliance with provincial regulations, accreditation standards, and financial stewardship; including but not limited to regular and incidental reporting requirements by the authority.
• Deliver measurable operational excellence through data-driven decision-making and outcome-based reporting.
• Oversees facility financial health, including budget planning, provincial funding allocations, and capital expenditure proposals.
• Maintains operational compliance with the New Brunswick Department of Social Development standards and regulations.
• Collaborates directly with the Director of Care (DOC) to ensure the facility meets minimum mandated baseline staffing hours per resident per day.
• Spearheads the development, annual review, and implementation of all internal facility policies, ranging from emergency disaster preparedness to infection control.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of senior management experience, preferably within long-term care, healthcare, seniors' services, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as Healthcare Management, Business Administration, Nursing, Social Services, or a related area.
• Must maintain any professional designation held at the commencement of employment (e.g., Registered Nurses must maintain licensure in New Brunswick).
• Experience implementing innovative care models, technologies, or service delivery approaches within health or social care environments is considered an asset.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with exceptional communication, relationship-building, and team development skills.
• Proven success leading organizational and cultural change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of person-centered care principles and commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead a transformative model of care and influence the future of long-term care delivery.
• A collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
• The ability to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents, families, and staff.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

If you are a forward-thinking leader who is passionate about innovation, quality care, and creating meaningful living experiences for older adults, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $105,000.00-$115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Healthcare management: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person