Regional Supervisor, Long Term Care

Job Summary

Location: Fort Smith

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

Job ID: 28586

Salary: $111,131 - $132,717

Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular

Closing Date: Nov 26, 2026

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Department Information

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

Are you a compassionate healthcare leader ready to make a lasting impact?

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) is seeking an inspiring and dynamic Regional Supervisor, Long Term Care to lead operations at the Northern Lights Special Care Home, a 28-bed long-term care facility in beautiful Fort Smith. This is more than a management role. It's an opportunity to shape the future of continuing care, mentor healthcare professionals, and positively impact the lives of residents and families every day

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and oversight for daily operations of the long-term care program.
- Lead, coach, mentor, and support nursing and resident care staff.
- Ensure high-quality, resident-centered care and service excellence.
- Manage staffing, scheduling, recruitment, orientation, and performance evaluations.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative workplace culture.
- Monitor quality indicators, accreditation standards, and best practices.
- Oversee departmental budgets, resources, and operational planning.
- Build strong relationships with residents, families, healthcare teams, and community partners.

Key Qualifications:
- A Baccalaureate of Science Degree in Nursing
- A Minimum of Three (3) years of clinical practice in Continuing Care Services, AND
- Two (2) years of Supervisory or management experience

Additional Requirements:
- Must be eligible for and continue to be registered with the College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CNNN).

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Labour Market Supplement

The successful incumbent will receive a $11,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $11,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months. This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions.

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Registrations

Eligible for current registration/certification with The College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CNNN) is mandatory for this position.

For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practiceNWT.ca

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28586

Closing Date: November 26, 2026 23:59, Northwest Territories Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $56.99 per hour to $68.06 per hour (approximately $111,131. - $132,717.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $7,100

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