Lead with Purpose. Grow with Us. Make a Difference Every Day.
At Hawthorne Seniors Care Community, we believe seniors deserve more than care. They deserve a community where they feel respected, supported, and truly at home. For decades, Hawthorne has been a trusted provider of seniors care in the Tri-Cities, known for compassionate care, strong relationships, and a commitment to excellence. As a non-profit organization, every decision we make is guided by what is best for our residents, families, and community. Today, we're building on that legacy.
Through an ambitious vision for growth and innovation, we're creating new opportunities for both the people we serve and the leaders who choose to build their careers with us.
We're seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Director of Care (ADOC) to join our leadership team. This is an opportunity to work alongside an exceptional group of leaders, influence the future of care, and grow your career within an organization that is investing in its people and its future.If you're a collaborative leader who enjoys developing teams, improving quality, solving complex clinical challenges, and creating exceptional resident experiences, we'd love to meet you.
Why Hawthorne?
When you join Hawthorne, you're joining more than a workplace. You're joining a community of people who care deeply about residents, each other, and the future of seniors care. At Hawthorne, you'll find:
- Competitive compensation that reflects your experience and leadership expertise
- Exceptional health and wellness benefits
- A defined benefit pension plan (MPP) with flexibility to continue or port yours
- Meaningful opportunities for career growth and advancement as our organization continues to expand
- A respected and financially stable non-profit organization where resident wellbeing always comes first
- A highly collaborative leadership team that values your ideas, expertise, and contributions
- A culture built on trust, accountability, learning, and continuous improvement
- The opportunity to lead innovation and quality improvement initiatives with autonomy that directly impact resident outcomes
- The chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of seniors, families, and staff
Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to do work that matters every day.
Our Leadership Team:
One of Hawthorne's greatest strengths is its people. We have intentionally built a leadership team of talented, caring, and highly collaborative professionals who genuinely enjoy working together. Our leaders support one another, celebrate successes together, and work through challenges as a team. We are committed to creating an environment where all people feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. If you're looking for a workplace where leadership is accessible, supportive, and invested in your success, you'll find it at Hawthorne.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Director of Care, the Assistant Director of Care provides clinical leadership and operational support within our long-term care community. As a key member of the leadership team, you will help foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and person-centered care while supporting nursing, care aide, and recreation teams. You will play a vital role in quality improvement, staff development, clinical oversight, and resident outcomes while ensuring care delivery aligns with best practices, licensing requirements, and organizational values. This role is ideal for an experienced clinical leader who is ready for more than a job. As Hawthorne continues to grow and evolve, you'll have opportunities to expand your leadership skills, contribute to strategic initiatives, and build your career alongside an organization with an ambitious vision for the future.
What You'll Do
- Provide leadership and support to interdisciplinary care teams, including RNs, LPNs, Health Care Aides, and Therapy staff (Recreation, Music, PT, & OT)
- Support staff development and performance management
- Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance resident outcomes and team effectiveness
- Support clinical excellence through coaching, mentoring, education, and evidence-informed practice
- Monitor key quality indicators and use data to drive improvements in care delivery
- Ensure compliance with licensing standards, professional practice requirements, and organizational policies
- Promote person-centered care that respects resident choice, dignity, and independence
- Collaborate with Fraser Health, physicians, pharmacists, specialists, families, and community partners
- Support the effective use of PointClickCare, interRAI LTCF, and other clinical systems
- Assist with workforce planning, health and safety initiatives, and operational oversight
- Provide leadership coverage in the absence of the Director of Care
What You Bring
- Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with BCCNM
- Minimum five years of gerontology experience or experience in elder care, including progressive leadership responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of dementia care, responsive behaviours, and best practices in long-term care
- Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing clinical staff
- Strong understanding of quality improvement and resident-focused care
- Experience using PointClickCare and other clinical information systems
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills
- A positive, collaborative approach and a genuine passion for supporting seniors
Schedule
Monday to Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends as operationally required to connect with the full team.
Build Your Future While Helping Others Thrive
At Hawthorne, leadership is about more than managing operations. It's about creating an environment where residents thrive, staff feel supported, and families have confidence in the care their loved ones receive. As our organization grows, we are creating opportunities for leaders to grow alongside us. This role offers meaningful exposure to strategic initiatives, quality improvement, organizational development, and senior leadership decision-making, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their leadership journey.
If you're looking for a role where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work has a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a leadership team you'll be proud to be part of. Join Hawthorne.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $105,000.00-$125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Why are you interested in working at Hawthorne Seniors Care Community?
Experience:
- leadership: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- BCCNM RN License (required)
Work Location: In person
