Administrator

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Baptist Housing is looking for an Administrator to join our team in Vancouver. The Administrator is committed to achieving Baptist Housing’s mission, compelled by the values of Jesus Christ, to provide exceptional services where seniors experience life well in our Vancouver Independent and Assisted Living communities, through spiritual care and operational leadership.

Shannon Oaks (145 suites) is an all-inclusive premier Independent Living residence in South Vancouver. From fine dining to a variety of daily activities and excursions, Shannon Oaks Vancouver is the perfect place to enjoy retirement. Clarendon Court Assisted Living, (59 suites) is a model of senior care in a retirement residence setting. This level of support is ideal for seniors who enjoy independent living and who may need some assistance with daily tasks such as mobility, personal care and medications.

The Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operations; providing leadership and strategic direction that results in a high level of service and care for all residents which aligns with Baptist Housing’s corporate vision, goals and strategic planning initiatives in a person-centered culture. The Administrator is responsible for establishing and maintaining positive relationships with residents, families, team members, partners, and all stakeholders including regulatory authorities, associations and agencies.

Baptist Housing Values

As Servant Leaders, we focus on serving others in humility and grace, demonstrating the character and values of:

Compassion: Showing care, love, and sensitivity in consideration of the unique needs of fellow Team Members, Residents, families, and others.

Honesty: Exemplifying fairness, integrity and ethical behaviour.

Respect: Treating people with dignity at all times to elevate personhood and person-directed wellness.

Innovation: Exercising ingenuity in all endeavours and exemplifying creative courage.

Stewardship: Recognizing God’s ownership by using resources wisely to preserve the future viability and longevity of our mission.

Teamwork: Working collaboratively to achieve our mission in a culture of safety, continuous learning and work-life balance.

Fun: Reminding us that we must take our work seriously, but not ourselves.

Qualifications

As an ambassador of Baptist Housing, you have exceptional interpersonal skills, the ability to foster and maintain relationships, and model our values in all interactions.  You demonstrate a desire to assist, respond to needs with a consistently positive attitude and look for opportunities to serve; able to work effectively, both independently with a high level of autonomy and in collaboration with a team; resolve conflict and preserve relationships in alignment with our values; are a critical thinker with good problem solving ability, and are highly detail-oriented with well-developed organization skills.

Education and Experience

Experience leading a team with and at least five years’ experience coordinating services in an administration/management capacity within a Seniors Independent Living, hospitality or service setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is required.           A Bachelor’s degree is preferred from an accredited college or university with specialization in business administration, social sciences or health care administration.  

Proof of Covid 19 vaccination and a Criminal Record Check are also required in this role.

This is a permanent full-time position. We offer competitive compensation including a comprehensive benefit package. 

Please forward your resume and cover letter to hrteam@baptisthousing.org

Thank you for your interest in working with Baptist Housing. We are eager to build our team with people who share our mission and vision.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  If you are not contacted, we encourage you to apply for our future openings for which you qualify. We wish you every success in your search for meaningful employment!

Baptist Housing provides Residential Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Affordable Rental, and Adult Day Programs to over 2800 seniors in British Columbia. Our communities are located in Greater Vancouver, Victoria, and the Interior. Baptist Housing is affiliated with the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches Pacific, yet our communities’ welcome people of all faith traditions. We believe our Christian heritage and faith helps us compassionately meet the needs of those living in our communities.

Closing Date: January 11, 2022.