Director of Professional Practice, Clinical Education & IPAC - VHA Home HealthCare

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that has been a cornerstone of care, compassion and transformation in our communities for over a century. As one of the largest not-for-profit providers of publicly funded home care in Ontario, our team of over 3,000 homecare specialists provide personal support, nursing, rehab and community support services in Toronto and the GTA as well as in London, Kingston, and Ottawa. Fueled by a passion for research and innovation, our commitment to advancing the homecare sector has served as a driving force in our continued growth and operational excellence.  

Director of Professional Practice, Clinical Education & IPAC

The Director of Professional Practice, Clinical Education & IPAC (Director) provides strategic direction for professional practice and education of the clinical staff/service providers with a focus on practice, education, safety and quality by fostering a culture of continuous learning. The Director builds and strengthens the professional practice team, empowering them to design innovative, system-level solutions that respond to the evolving health care environment, ensuring positive client experiences and outcomes that will advance VHA’s goals and objectives.

Accountable for developing a learning strategy, The Director promotes lifelong learning and builds capacity across the organization to advance both professional and interprofessional practice. They will also have accountability for Infection Prevention and Control practices across VHA Home HealthCare.

This leadership role reports to VHA’s Vice President, Quality, Practice & Client Experience Chief Nursing & Health Professions Officer.

Director of Professional Practice, Clinical Education & IPAC Responsibilities

• Practice and Education Leadership
• IPAC Leadership
• People Management and Development
• Research and Quality
• Financial Stewardship

Director of Professional Practice, Clinical Education & IPAC Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will hold a Master ‘s Degree in a health care related field (Nursing preferred), along with an Adult Education Certificate or formal education in adult learning concepts and curriculum design. The candidate must be registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and be eligible for membership in other relevant professional associations such as RNAO or CNA.

A minimum of five years’ leadership experience in the health care sector is required, with preference given to candidates with experience in home and community care. 

The ideal candidate brings demonstrated experience developing evidence-based practice standards and interprofessional, integrated models of care grounded in a people-centred philosophy. They possess a strong understanding of the Regulated Health Professions Act, professional standards, codes of ethics, and governance frameworks. A proven leader, they have successfully advanced practice change initiatives (e.g., RNAO Best Practice Guidelines, Accreditation) and achieved results by fostering high-performing, engaged teams. They demonstrate strong people management expertise in coaching and providing feedback, promoting professional and career development, recruiting and retaining high-performing professional practice staff, fostering a collaborative and psychologically safe work environment, and leading performance management processes aligned with organizational, regulatory, and legislative standards. As a strategic and systems thinker, they apply critical thinking, CQI, and research methodologies to drive continuous improvement, safety, and quality. Committed to client-centred care, they lead with integrity, transparency, and a dedication to coaching, mentoring, and developing others.

The base salary range for this existing hybrid role is $115,000 - $135,000. In addition, VHA offers a comprehensive benefits and pension plan for eligible employees, education and professional development support, robust orientation and ongoing training as a leading learning organization, mentorship and peer support, career advancement opportunities, and access to an employee and family assistance program and wellness resources. 

To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to Hayley Becker via https://www.miramsbecker.com/director-professional-practice-clinical-education-IPAC-vha.

VHA Home HealthCare and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.