Director, clinical training and simulation - Markham - Extendicare Canada Inc.

Description

Job Description

Reporting to the Vice President, LTC Operations, the Director, Clinical Training and Simulation is a dynamic and experienced clinical education leader that will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of our training agenda and simulation lab programming. This pivotal role supports clinical excellence and staff development across our long‑term care operations. We are seeking a Master's‑prepared Registered Nurse with a solid foundation in adult education and a passion for hands‑on, experiential learning.

Key Outcomes

• Standardized, high‑quality and multi‑modal Education Delivery

• Effective Team Leadership and Development

• Operational Excellence in Simulation Labs

• Improved Clinical Outcomes and Resident Safety

• Data‑Driven Program Evaluation

• Support for Organizational Change and Innovation

• Enhanced Staff Competency and Confidence

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and deliver comprehensive training programs for clinical staff.

• Develop, implement and manage overall clinical education program delivery for the LTC organization.

• Identify and manage partnership opportunities for curriculum development and delivery, both internally and with external partners (including vendors).

• Align training initiatives with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and best practices in long‑term care.

• Oversee operations of the simulation labs, including scenario development, equipment maintenance, and scheduling.

• Develop realistic, evidence‑based simulation experiences to enhance critical thinking, clinical decision‑making and team communication.

• Identify opportunities for simulation lab programming, equipment and other delivery elements, including developing partnerships where appropriate, to enhance and enable delivery.

• Supervise and mentor a team of clinical educators and training facilitators.

• Provide guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities to ensure excellence in educational delivery.

• Create and update educational materials which may include self‑learning packages, clinical educator or trainee guides, e‑learning modules, and competency assessments.

• Leverage simulation resources available through the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing as a guiding framework of the essential elements of simulation‑based nursing and personal support education.

• Identify opportunities for new curriculum development, and develop partnerships where appropriate, to build and revise materials.

• Incorporate adult learning principles and innovative teaching strategies.

• Facilitate engaging classroom and hands‑on training sessions.

• Provide mentorship and coaching to staff to support continuous learning and professional growth.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs using data‑driven approaches.

• Collaborate with quality and clinical teams to identify learning needs and address performance gaps.

Requirements

• Master's degree in nursing, Education, or a related field.

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (or applicable regulatory body).

• Minimum 10 years of clinical nursing experience, and 5 years of clinical (preferably clinical education) leadership experience.

• Completion of the Nurse Educator Certificate from the Canadian Nurse Educators Institute, preferred.

• Completion of the Clinical Instructor Certificate Course from the Canadian Nurse Educators Institute, preferred.

• Completion of Simulation Certificate Program from the Canadian Nurse Educators Institute, preferred.

• Proven experience in adult education, curriculum development, and simulation‑based training.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing or mentoring a team.

• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and leadership abilities.

• Proficiency with learning management systems and simulation technology is an asset.

• Passion for person‑centred care, culture transformation and service excellence.

• National Travel is required.

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life‑long learning and growth opportunities

• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization

• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.

• Employee Family Assistance Program.

• Robust benefits package

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors' population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long‑term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high‑quality care and services to help people live better.

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Time Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

At Extendicare, we've spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing quality of life for the people we serve across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission‑driven team committed to supporting care delivery in homes and communities nationwide. Our corporate roles play a vital part in enabling front‑line teams to provide exceptional experiences for clients and families. Together, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability‑creating solutions that strengthen our services and improve lives every day.

We are committed to providing competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. This opportunity is a replacement for an existing role and to support transparency, a hiring range may be included with this posting. However, final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and long‑term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.