About the Organization

Sherwood Care has been a cornerstone of compassionate care in Sherwood Park, Alberta, since our establishment in 1969. We are dedicated to providing exceptional, resident-centered care, evolving to meet our community’s growing and changing needs.

Originally designed for elderly individuals who were mobile but required some assistance in their daily lives, our facility has transformed to support residents who now need a much higher level of care and health intervention. We are a Long-Term/Continuing Care Type A home.

Sherwood Care is a faith-based supportive living care facility for seniors, committed to providing outstanding medical, physical, spiritual, and mental health support, ensuring every resident receives the care and lives with the dignity they deserve.

MISSION: Guided by Christian ideals and principles,

our mission is to create a caring and safe environment for residents, their families, and our staff.

VISION: Our vision is that the quality of care we provide to residents and staff will be so compelling that family and others will see a reflection of the ultimate Caregiver.

VALUES: Our core values shape everything we do:

• Compassion, where we give our best each day and build relationships that impact lives;
• Trust, where our reliability and dedication to people earn us respect;
• Teamwork, where we work together to provide exceptional care.

Redevelopment Project

A new six-storey, state-of-the-art home is designed to enhance residents’ quality of life through modern, thoughtful, inclusive spaces, as well as a new Palliative Care program. The exciting new expansion of Sherwood Care is a partnership with the Government of Alberta and Alberta Health Services. Construction started October 2024 and expecting to welcome the first guests in late 2027. The expansion will add 210 continuing care beds and 13 hospice/palliative beds.

The Opportunity

Sherwood Care is seeking a qualified Human Resources (HR) Manager to join their team. The HR Manager is a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the CEO, leaders, and employees. As the organization’s first dedicated HR professional, this hands-on role is responsible for building, implementing, and continuously improving all HR practices across a growing, faith-based long-term care community.

This highly visible role balances strategic leadership with day-to-day HR operations, ensuring people practices are compliant,

efficient, and aligned with the organization’s core values of Compassion, Trust, and Teamwork. The HR Manager plays a key role in fostering an engaged, respectful workplace and supporting the organization’s goal of being “The Best place to BE and WORK.” At Sherwood Care, you will join a dedicated team that is passionate about creating a home where relationships are nurtured with our residents, our families and our staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to align people strategies with organizational goals and workforce planning.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, coaching, investigations, discipline, grievances, and terminations.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and systems to ensure legislative compliance (Employment Standards, OH&S, WCB, human rights).
• Oversee HR operations including employee records, credential tracking, HRIS (Avanti), and employment documentation.
• Manage total rewards programs including compensation structure, benefits administration, and oversight of payroll with back-up support as needed.
• Lead disability management leaves of absence, accommodations, and return-to-work planning.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and orientation for all roles alongside management and education.
• Support performance reviews, engagement initiatives, and leadership coaching to strengthen culture and retention.
• Lead internal training programs, including Respect in the Workplace and leadership development programs.
• Manage government grant applications related to training and workforce development.
• Participate in organizational events and fundraising initiatives alongside the management team.
• Participate as an active and visible member of the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Five (5) to seven (7)+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including employee relations, performance management and legislative compliance.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business, Management, or a related field. CPHR designation is an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of Alberta employment legislation, including Employment Standards, Occupational Health & Safety, WCB, human rights, disability management, and accommodation practices.
• Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders and supporting organizational change.
• Experience managing multiple HR functions, including recruitment, policy development, total rewards, training, and HR operations.
• Experience operating independently in a standalone HR role is preferred.
• Experience working within a faith-based or values-driven organization is considered an asset.
• Experience in healthcare, continuing care, seniors living environments are an asset. Experience with HRIS platforms, including Avanti, is preferred.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrates the organization’s core values of Compassion, Trust, and Teamwork in daily practice.
• Strong relationship-building, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching abilities.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and ability to manage confidential matters.
• Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities independently.

Conditions of Employment

 Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range is between $85,000 - $115,000 per annum, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

• Disability and life insurance, extended health and vision care.
• RRSP matching.
• Wellness and employee assistance programs.
• On-site parking and company events.

Confidentiality

HumanEdge is committed to protecting the privacy of our Clients and Candidates with respect to Personally Identifiable Information (PII). In adherence with Canada’s Federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), HumanEdge shall respect the privacy and confidentiality of all personal information provided directly or indirectly, verbally, electronically, or in print throughout the process of candidate engagement in our search assignments

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume in confidence to:

Misty Wilson, CPHR, SHRM-SCP Senior Recruitment Consultant

Email: 

Website: www.humanedgeglobal.com

We thank all interested applicants, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.