Trillium Health Partners Director, Patient Support Services Trillium Health Partners (THP) is one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre, along with several satellite locations, THP serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. Our Mission:  A New Kind of Health Care for a Healthier Community To learn more about THP, please visit www.trilliumhealthpartners.ca If you are passionate about your career, motivated to improve the health of the community, committed to excellence, quality and patient safety we would like you to join our Better Together team. The Director of Patient Support Services will foster a culture of commitment to a best-in-class customer service experience through the delivery of services that improve and enhance the stay of patients and visitors alike. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Patient Care Services & MH Site Lead, the Director will advance the organization’s mission of creating a new kind of health care for a healthier community through service excellence and innovation of the Patient Support Services portfolio of Nutrition and Food Services, Portering, Waste Management, Patient Care Assistants, Environmental Services, and the Mailroom. The Director will provide strategic direction, leadership and guidance to these teams to ensure the highest quality of patient and visitor experience as well as other support service-related functions across our sites and advise on areas of operational expertise across the organization. You are an inspiring, energetic, empathetic strategic thinker, with the ability to work in partnership with all stakeholders to ensure safe, healthy and environmentally sensitive services and a healing environment for patients, visitors, staff and volunteers. The ideal candidate is an accomplished leader of people and teams and brings a track record of successfully managing a department that provides support to patient-centred care focused on safety, customer service, and the patient experience. Coming from a hospital setting or similar size healthcare organization, you bring 5+ years of leadership experience in a unionized environment, have a strong understanding of Health and Nutrition standards and expectations, and demonstrate strong knowledge and experience of codes, standards and practices relating to infection control and medical waste management. Above all else, you are a team player, who fostered collaboration and growth within your teams, embraces the diversity of your team, and manages in an inclusive and supportive manor. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter online at www.odgersberndtson.com/en/careers/17171 . To acquire more information about the role, please contact Camille Petitti at Camille.petitti@odgersberndtson.com .   THP and Odgers Berndtson are committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace; we welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and others. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and THP throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

    Director of Nursing Leadership Kinark Children and Youth (Kinark) provides clinical assessment and intervention to some of Ontario’s most complex and high-risk children and youth. Kinark’s goal is to help children, youth, and families manage the challenges they face today and equip them with the skills they will need to realize a brighter future. Kinark is a leading provider of services and supports for children and youth with complex needs and their families. Services are provided in the areas of Child and Youth Mental Health, Autism, and Forensic Mental Health/Youth Justice. For additional information about Kinark, visit their website at https://www.kinark.on.ca . The Position Reporting to the Vice President, Program and Services and Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Nursing Leadership (Director) will be responsible for providing the strategic vision, direction, leadership, and guidance for enabling and optimizing the scope of nursing practice at Kinark. The Director will lead and influence the planning, implementation, and evaluation of clinical service delivery, with an unequivocal commitment to best nursing practices. The Director will advance the alignment and integration of programs and services while promoting a team philosophy which will enhance interprofessional collaboration and contribute to exceptional client-centred care. Additionally, this role will provide leadership in the areas of professional development for the nursing staff and strategic clinical advice and expertise across the organization.  Key leadership initiatives for the new Director will be to: Expand and strengthen the role of nursing as it relates to serving complex and high-risk children and youth Contribute to organizational strategic planning and health system collaboration by enabling and empowering a strong nursing voice Leverage strategic partnerships with other community services, mental health and addictions providers, government, and academia    Introduce innovative practices that can help to facilitate learning, best practice optimization, and clinical excellence Internalize accountability metrics related to nursing practice, quality of care, and evidence-based decision making    Support and inspire colleagues and partners to collaborate on achieving Kinark’s strategic priorities   Strengthen and build processes across the different program areas, creating strong integrated models of care and organizational strategic alignment Steer best practices regarding pandemic planning and emergency preparedness as Kinark’s IPAC Lead The Candidate You will have 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience ideally in a mental health, judicial or child/adolescent environment. You will provide a strong nursing voice and have a proven track record of building relationships, promoting collaboration, managing change, and seeking out innovative solutions. As a transformational leader, you will have the requisite knowledge, and a highly developed ability to influence and inspire teams, drive strategic directions, and create energy and enthusiasm for progressive change. In addition to being a member in good standing with the College of Nurses, you will be a strong leader with the ability to continuously raise the quality of care. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Nancy Lismer, at resumes@promeus.ca.

The Upper Grand Family Health Team (UGFHT) is a team of family physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, social workers, dietitians, pharmacists, and other health professionals working together to provide health care in the communities of Elora, Fergus, Arthur, and surrounding areas.    Family Health Teams ensure that people receive the care they need in their communities, as each team is set-up based on local health and community needs. UGFHT provides service to over 30,000 community members, and is committed to caring for their patients through collaborative teamwork, health promotion and prevention, system navigation, mental health and chronic disease self-management programs, and supporting day-to-day primary care needs. UGFHT values community partnerships, and works hand-in-hand with other organizations to ensure access to excellent care for all. The UGFHT is located in a beautiful area that offers a fantastic lifestyle outside of work.  These growing communities are known for hiking, great food, arts and crafts, culture, and more! To read more about our communities visit the Elora and Fergus tourism website . The Board is seeking to recruit an Executive Director to provide management and leadership to the UGFHT.  The ideal candidate will be: A strategic thinker that also has strong operational skills, to both guide the organization and ensure that day-to-day management of human resources, accounting, finance, risk management, quality, and governance are attended to. A change agent, who is successfully able to support a growing organization. A collaborative leader that develops strong internal partnerships with the family physicians we work with and approaches internal and external stakeholders with a goal of hearing all voices and strengthening relationships and culture while accomplishing the goals and objectives of the organization. Results-oriented with the ability to firmly and fairly set expectations, negotiate, and hold self and others accountable with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. A track record in leading and managing teams with an understanding that people are our greatest resource, and that a culture of empowerment is critical to success. Skilled and experienced in establishing productive relationships with the board, and presenting complex data in a succinct and effective manner. Experienced, and able to navigate the health sector in Ontario, and familiar with the day-to-day government and organizational interactions. Role: The Executive Director is responsible for the management of all human, physical, and financial resources of the organization.  Development and maintenance of a high-functioning, results-driven internal team that prioritizes high-quality, person centered care with an understanding and consideration of compliance to legislation and funder’s expectations is top of mind.  The Executive Director has a keen understanding of, and attention to the inner workings of the UGFHT while forwarding strategic directions and engaging in broader community work such as the Ontario Health Team. The UGFHT community is a desirable location that is experiencing growth, and the Executive Director has the exciting opportunity to participate in the development of the community, where healthcare is currently one of the top five employers of the region.  The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and is expected to maintain strong lines of communication with appropriate reporting, and to advise (and take advice and direction) on all matters of policy, quality and program monitoring, and organizational guidelines on issues of human resources and finance.  Working in partnership with the Medical Director and Board of Directors the Executive Director will set a strong organizational culture internally and execute the strategic plan and build relationships in the community.  The Executive Director will embody the values of the organization and empower all staff and participating physicians to do the same. Education and Experience: Post-secondary degree or diploma in business administration, healthcare management, non-profit leadership or a related field of study At least 5 years relevant management experience, preferably in a healthcare environment Demonstrated experience in senior management, board relationships, and community and/or primary care leadership Demonstrated skills necessary for management and leadership of a multi-site organization with multiple stakeholders Demonstrated sound judgement and problem solving ability with excellent communication skills and collaborative approach Knowledge of legislative requirements including health and safety, employment legislation, and privacy Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Office Current Ontario Drivers’ License and access to a vehicle Please submit your resume and cover letter to recruitment@cfoe.ca by 30, April 2021 to be considered for this exciting leadership opportunity.  UGFHT thanks all applicants for their interest.

Our Client, St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital (STEGH), is a modern 158-bed facility providing comprehensive 24-hour coverage in Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, Paediatrics, Anaesthesia, Emergency, Stroke care and Mental Health Care.  STEGH serves the City of St. Thomas and the surrounding municipalities within the County of Elgin.  This award-winning hospital is conveniently located in the heart of beautiful Southwestern Ontario very close to the urban hub of London and Western University and 15 minutes from the popular beaches of Port Stanley. With a highly-engaged Board of Governors, a strong Senior Leadership Team and dedicated Physicians and Staff, STEGH is seeking the recruitment of its next President and CEO – a dynamic individual who will provide executive leadership, champion the progressive work of the organization and support the hospital in achieving its vision and mission while taking the organization to the next level of excellence.  Reporting to the Board of Governors and working closely with the Board Chair and the Senior Leadership Team, the President and CEO will be a role model, coach, mentor and ambassador for the organization.  The President and CEO is accountable for leadership, strategy, guidance, and direction to ensure and sustain a culture of continuous improvement which supports safe, high quality, cost effective care built around the patient-centred experience model within a LEAN operating and management system.  As a proven champion of innovation, service excellence, positive patient experiences and broad stakeholder engagement, the ideal candidate is a confident decision-maker who can forge successful relationships and maintain the respect of staff, physicians, colleagues, stakeholders, the Board, and the community at large.  The preferred candidate will possess experience in a related senior leadership capacity in an acute care hospital setting; a university degree in a related discipline ideally coupled with a postgraduate degree in management; and demonstrated experience in LEAN process improvement and in developing a LEAN organization culture that engages staff, physicians, stakeholders, patients and the community as owners and beneficiaries of the organization’s performance and outcomes. Candidate experience will include demonstrated understanding of hospital governance and experience working with a volunteer Board; thorough knowledge of clinical program development, implementation and evaluation processes; thorough knowledge of strategic planning and implementation; and a proven track record of innovative leadership strategies that inspire staff, physicians and stakeholders to achieve extraordinary results. Please forward a CV and cover letter in confidence to:   Robb Callaghan, E-mail: rcallaghan@medfall.com