15092 Cabot Trail Cheticamp, NS

Job Title: CEO

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Date Posted: August 15th, 2025

Closing Date: Open until filled

Salary: $120,000-$140,000

Work Location: Based in Inverness, with regular travel to Cheticamp, Mabou and Port Hood  

Number of Positions: 1

County of Inverness Municipal Housing Corporation (CIMHC) is a NFP organization which operates two Long Term Care Homes and two Small Option Homes located in Inverness County, Cape Breton’s Musical Coast and home to internationally known Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs Golf Resorts.  Our 230 employees care for some of the most vulnerable people in society.  It’s important and meaningful work we do.

We are seeking a new CEO to lead the CIMHC in its strategic mission.    Reporting directly to a volunteer board, the CEO is responsible for developing and leading the organization’s short- and long-term strategies, managing the overall operations and resources and providing oversight of financial activity, budgeting and reporting.  The CEO provides leadership to the Senior Management Team including the CFO, Director HR Services and Executive Assistant, as well as Leadership Teams in each our four (4) entities.

 What we offer:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible upon hire) including travel insurance and an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Vacation accrual
• Pension plan with employer contribution

About the Job

• Provide Strategic Leadership for CIMHC, in keeping with the vision and strategic purpose of the organization, ensuring alignment with long-term goals.
• Provide critical decision making that supports appropriate stewardship of operations and resources of the organization.  Communicate and collaborate with the Board Chair and Board to serve the needs of the organization and ensure the long-term sustainability of operations.   
• Deliver inspired leadership to the Senior Management Team, leadership team within each Home, and employees, fostering a positive culture and promoting high standards in keeping with the vision and mission of the organization.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for CIMHC, maintaining a collaborative approach in communications with internal and external key stakeholders including: Employees,  Residents & Their Families, Board of Directors, Representatives within Municipality of Inverness County, Department of Seniors and Long Term Care (SLTC), Department of Community Services (DCS), Health Association of Nova Scotia (HANS), Nursing Homes of NS Association (NHNSA), and the public.
• Ensure effective risk management principals and practices are in place and utilized and ensure each entity is compliant with established regulations, standards of practice, and service agreements.   
• Build strategic alliances and partnerships with other organizations within the communities served by CIMHC.
• Mentor and guide members of the CIMHC team to build competency and capacity in leadership for the organization and a succession planning strategy.  
• Serve as Administrator of Inverary Manor Long Term Care Home.  

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent field.
• Minimum 5 years’ leadership/management experience. (Leadership experience in a health care environment an asset). 
• Strong critical thinking, strategic planning and change management skills.
• Excellent people management and oral/written communication skills.
• Excellent organization, delegation and prioritization skills.  
• Experience mentoring and growing competencies of key reports.  
• Proficiency with MS 365 and suite of products including MS Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset
• Experience leading in a Unionized work environment an asset.
• Can provide a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screening upon hire.

About Us

County of Inverness Municipal Housing Corporation (CIMHC) is a Not-for-Profit Corporation under the authority of the Municipality of the County of Inverness. The Corporation is comprised of four (4) separate entities: two (2) Long Term Care Homes; Inverary Manor, (located in Inverness, NS) and Foyer Père Fiset (located in Cheticamp, NS) and two (2) Small Option Homes; Koster Huis (Mabou, NS) and Port Hood Small Options (Port Hood, NS). 

The CIMHC values diversity in our workplace and we welcome all applicants.  Only those who selected for an interview will be contacted. 

*Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19

Title: Certified Continuing Care Assistant

Date:July 2025

Job Type: Permanent, Part time, Casual

Closing Date: Until filled

Work Location: Foyer Père Fiset

Number of Positions: 3

We are searching for a Continuing Care Assistant to join our team at the Foyer Père Fiset in Cheticamp, Nova Scotia.

What we offer:

• Hourly wage range: $22.22 - $24.09 (or $18.72 - $20.22 without certification) plus shift and weekend premiums
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible upon hire for part-time and full-time staff) including travel insurance and an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Vacation accrual
• Pension plan with employer contribution
• A $1,000 retention bonus in return for a 2-year commitment (paid upon completion of probationary period)

About the Job

• Assists residents with personal care and activities of daily living, such as: bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment;
• Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan;
• Plans and/or assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis;
• Performs cleaning duties after mealtimes and assists with light housekeeping duties in resident rooms;
• Performs delegated tasks as determined by scope of employment;
• Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident status and safety to RN/LPN Supervisor.

About You

• You have a valid Continuing Care Certification (CCA) or equivalent and are registered with the Health Association of Nova Scotia CCA Registry;
• You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, evenings, weekends, and holidays;
• You can provide a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screening upon hire;
• You have experience working with the elderly in a seniors’ living or long-term care environment;(considered an asset);
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course is considered an asset;
• Experience in Palliative Care is considered an asset;
• A valid CPR & First Aid Certification is considered an asset;
• Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.
• You have a valid work permit and are legally entitled to work in Canada

About Us

County of Inverness Municipal Housing Corporation (CIMHC) is a Not-for-Profit Corporation under the authority of the Municipality of the County of Inverness. The Corporation is comprised of four (4) separate entities: two (2) Long Term Care Homes; Inverary Manor, (located in Inverness, NS) and Foyer Père Fiset (located in Cheticamp, NS) and two (2) Small Option Homes; Koster Huis (Mabou, NS) and Port Hood Small Options (Port Hood, NS). 

Foyer Père Fiset is a 71-bed long-term care facility (10 which are RCF level and 1 respite room) located in Cheticamp, a traditional Acadian fishing village situated along the picturesque Cabot Trail, nestled between the majestic mountains of the Cape Breton Island highlands and the shining waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Construction of a new modern state-of-the-art replacement facility is expected to begin in the fall of 2023 and open to residents in 2025.

As a designated employer, Foyer Père Fiset values diversity in our workplace and we welcome all applicants.  Only those who selected for an interview will be contacted. 

*Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19

Job Title: Licenced Practical Nurse

Job Type: Casual, Part Time

Date Posted: June 28th, 2025

Closing Date: Open until filled

Work Location: Foyer Père Fiset 

Number of Positions: 1

We are searching for a Licenced Practical Nurse to join our team at the Foyer Père Fiset in Cheticamp, Nova Scotia.

What we offer:

• Hourly wage range: $28.32 – $31.48 plus and shift, and weekend premiums
• Paid breaks
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible upon hire for part-time and full-time staff) including travel insurance and an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Vacation accrual
• Pension plan with employer contribution
• A $1,000 retention bonus in return for a 2-year commitment (paid upon completion of probationary period)

About the Job

• Assists with the development, implementation, and evaluation of Resident Care Plans;
• Provides leadership to Resident Care staff and oversees provision of quality of health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services;
• Works with Management and Resident Care Staff to promote communication and compliance on company policies and procedures;
• Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice;
• Applies dressings and treatments according to physicians’ orders and policy;
• Assists with supervision, support, and evaluation of job performance of Resident Care staff.

About You

• You are registered (or eligible to be registered) with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing;
• You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, evenings, weekends, and holidays;
• You can provide a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screening upon hire;
• You have experience working with the elderly in a seniors’ living or long-term care environment;
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course is considered an asset;
• You have a valid CPR & First Aid Certification.

About Us

County of Inverness Municipal Housing Corporation (CIMHC) is a Not-for-Profit Corporation under the authority of the Municipality of the County of Inverness. The Corporation is comprised of four (4) separate entities: two (2) Long Term Care Homes; Inverary Manor, (located in Inverness, NS) and Foyer Père Fiset (located in Cheticamp, NS) and two (2) Small Option Homes; Koster Huis (Mabou, NS) and Port Hood Small Options (Port Hood, NS). 

Foyer Père Fiset is a 71-bed long-term care facility (10 which are RCF level and 1 respite room) located in Cheticamp, a traditional Acadian fishing village situated along the picturesque Cabot Trail, nestled between the majestic mountains of the Cape Breton Island highlands and the shining waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Construction of a new modern state-of-the-art replacement facility is expected to begin in the fall of 2023 and open to residents in 2025.

Foyer Père Fiset values diversity in our workplace and we welcome all applicants.  Only those who selected for an interview will be contacted. 

*Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19