Youthdale Treatment Centres (Youthdale) is a non-profit charitable organization located in Toronto that has been providing compassionate, professional, and collaborative care to children, youth, emerging adults, and families for over 50 years. Accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada, Youthdale serves approximately 3,500 clients each year through a comprehensive range of services, including crisis intervention, live-in treatment, secure treatment, day treatment, outpatient services, and community-based supports. With a strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, Youthdale delivers trauma-informed, evidence-based, and culturally responsive care aimed at helping young people achieve resilience, stability, and hope. As an organization dedicated to advancing mental health equity, Youthdale collaborates closely with hospitals, schools, community agencies, and government partners to ensure children, youth, and their families have access to the highest quality of care. Youthdale is seeking a Vice President, Clinical and Service Excellence (Vice President) who plays a crucial role in shaping organizational strategy, strengthening partnerships within the system, advancing innovation, and ensuring Youthdale remains responsive to emerging trends and priorities in Ontario's child and youth mental health sector. Reporting to the President and CEO and serving on the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice President provides strategic leadership for Youthdale's clinical programs, quality improvement initiatives, and service excellence framework. This role involves overseeing multidisciplinary clinical and operational teams across in-patient, live-in treatment, and community-based services, managing a broad portfolio with approximately 95 staff members. Key Responsibilities Corporate Responsibilities Ensures compliance with all applicable legislation, organizational policies, and occupational health and safety requirements while demonstrating leadership aligned with Youthdale’s purpose, guiding principles, and values. Fosters positive, collaborative relationships with staff, clients, families, community, sector and system partners, and government representatives. Performs other related responsibilities as assigned by the President & CEO. Strategic and Clinical Leadership Provides executive leadership and oversight for Youthdale’s clinical programs and service delivery model, advancing high-quality, evidence-informed, trauma-informed, and client-centred services aligned with organizational priorities, legislative requirements, and quality standards. Collaborates with the Psychiatrist-in-Chief, Senior Leadership Team, and external partners to establish strategic clinical priorities, drive innovation, continuous improvement, system transformation, and strengthen service quality, accessibility, and outcomes. Ensures effective oversight of all clinical programs, including the Secure Treatment Program, through comprehensive knowledge of applicable legislation, the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA), Ministry requirements, organizational policies, and Secure Treatment protocols related to admissions, transfers, discharge, and eligibility. Leads proactive risk management and quality assurance initiatives while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, learning, and excellence that supports compliance, client safety, and best practices across all clinical programs, and particularly, out-of-home care models. Quality, Risk and Compliance Provides executive oversight for quality improvement, clinical risk management, client safety, and organizational compliance across clinical services, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation, Ministry requirements, Accreditation Canada standards, and professional practice expectations. Leads the implementation of quality assurance, performance measurement, and continuous improvement frameworks to support safe, high-quality care, operational effectiveness, and evidence-informed practice. Monitors organizational performance indicators and promotes the use of data, evaluation, and evidence-informed decision-making to drive service improvement, including regular reporting to and collaboration with the Board Quality Committee. Legal, Licensing and Regulatory Oversight Provides executive oversight for clinical adherence to licensing, Serious Occurrence Reporting and Residential Licensing (SOR-RL), and broader regulatory compliance activities, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation including the CYFSA and Ministry standards (Children, Community and Social Services; Health). Leads the development, continuous review, and implementation of policies, procedures, and accountability frameworks to ensure regulatory readiness, compliance, and alignment with emerging sector trends and best practices. Provides strategic leadership on regulatory requirements, clinical and operational risk, policy interpretation, investigations, and litigation preparedness in collaboration with internal leaders and external legal counsel. Supports proactive risk mitigation and governance practices that promote safe, ethical, and compliant clinical services. Inter-Professional Practice and Clinical Excellence Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practice across clinical programs and services while advancing clinical excellence through standardized practices, outcome measurement, and continuous evaluation. Supports a learning environment that fosters professional growth, mentorship, research, innovation, and continuous improvement. Strengthens organizational capacity through staff development, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives. Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) Champions the integration of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) principles across staffing, clinical services, program development, and organizational practices to support culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive care, while advancing equitable access, reducing barriers to care, and strengthening inclusive service delivery for children, youth, and families. Provides strategic leadership and collaborates with organizational leaders to establish accountability measures, evaluate progress, and drive continuous improvement related to EDIB priorities and outcomes across the organization. Sector and Systems Leadership Represents Youthdale and builds/maintains strategic partnerships with government, sector partners, community agencies, academic institutions, and other external stakeholders to strengthen integrated service delivery and improve outcomes for children, youth, and families, while supporting advocacy and system-level initiatives that advance child and youth mental health services. Prepares and presents reports, recommendations, and updates to the Board of Directors and relevant committees. Participates in and contributes to internal and external committees, sector initiatives, and collaborative forums relevant to the portfolio. Organizational Strategy and Operational Leadership Contributes to the development and execution of Youthdale’s strategic and operational priorities in alignment with its mission, vision, and guiding principles, while providing executive oversight for clinical operations, quality improvement, risk management, and organizational compliance. Ensures effective stewardship of clinical financial, human, and physical resources, including alignment with funding requirements, service targets, and organizational priorities. Leads the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and accountability frameworks that support clinical excellence, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement. Supports organizational change initiatives and fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, learning, and service excellence. Leadership and Team Development Collaborates with the Senior Leadership Team to support organizational alignment, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence, while fostering accountability, collaboration, professional growth, and high-performing teams through leadership and mentorship. Supports leadership development and succession planning initiatives that strengthen organizational capacity and long-term sustainability. Serves as a key organizational representative and spokesperson with sector partners, healthcare networks, academic institutions, government representatives, and community stakeholders, and contributes to sector advancement and system collaboration initiatives that support innovation and integrated child and youth mental health services. Compensation: $160,000 - $180,000 Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative healthcare executive who combines clinical knowledge with strategic insight and operational expertise. They are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and youth and recognized as a values-driven leader capable of inspiring teams, building strong relationships, and managing complex situations with confidence and empathy. This individual possesses the credibility to engage effectively with clinicians and healthcare professionals while making significant contributions at both executive and system leadership levels. Requirements A master’s degree in business administration, health administration, public administration, social sciences or a related discipline is preferred; clinical credentials, including registration with a regulated health college are advantageous but not required. A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience, including at least five (5) years in a senior management role, ideally in a community care or healthcare setting. Experience within child and youth mental health, community mental health, healthcare, or related human services environments. Strong knowledge of applicable Ontario legislation, regulatory frameworks, and accreditation standards. Demonstrated experience leading strategic initiatives, quality improvement, organizational change, and interdisciplinary teams. Proven ability to build partnerships and influence across multiple partners and systems. Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills. Demonstrated commitment to trauma-informed, equity-informed, and culturally responsive practices and leadership. Recognized as a values-based leader who demonstrates integrity, empathy, compassion and emotional intelligence, able to foster a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive environment. How to Apply If you are interested in pursuing this exciting opportunity, apply here. For more information or if you have questions, please contact Bola Moradeyo at bmoradeyo@kbrs.ca . Diversity and Accessibility Statement Youthdale is committed to being an organization where diversity and different perspectives are valued. It strives to be an organization that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the communities and organizations it serves and we encourage applications from candidates who identify as part of a traditionally marginalized community. KBRS will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to our team.

 The Nurse Practitioner (NP) acts as an autonomous health professional with advanced education and provides essential health services grounded in professional, ethical and legal standards. With a specialty-based focus, the NP works within an expanded nursing role and utilizing expert skill to formulate clinical decisions and appropriate management of acute pain. The NP integrates in-depth knowledge of advanced nursing practice and theory, health management, health promotion, disease/injury prevention, and other relevant biomedical and psychosocial theories to provide comprehensive health services. The NP will utilize a collaborative approach with the broader interprofessional surgical team. The NP works in collaboration with clients and other health-care providers in the provision of high-quality patient-centered care. They work with diverse client populations in a variety of contexts and practice settings. The Nurse Practitioner has an expanded scope of practice that includes a range of diagnoses, prescribing a range of drugs and ordering a range of diagnostic tests. The NP role will encompass the full scope of advanced nursing practice blended with expanded functions including medical directives. As a member of the Surgery Program team, the NP will specialize in complex pain management for surgical patients across the two hospital sites. The goal of care will be to support as a clinical expert, the peri operative and inpatient patients and teams in addressing acute and complex pain management issues as well as provide support for the safe and seamless transition of care. Duties Collaborate with Anesthesia to create a patient centered pain management care plan involving the patient and family. Work closely daily with the Acute Multi-Service (AMS) Anesthesiologist to design and execute pain management care plans. Provide continuity of care and discharge education at the time of discharge from hospital, supporting the patient's recovery at home and bridging care to the outpatient team and community resources. Collaborate with community-based pain management programs to help patients with pain relief that extend beyond the surgical program Lead scholarly work in quality improvement, research and interprofessional education. Play a leadership role and perform quality improvement and administrative responsibilities. Participate in policy and procedure development. Perform research activities; deliver, coordinate and participate in education and professional development activities/programs. Perform activities to further develop and strengthen the profession.   What must you have? Completion of Masters Degree Program in Nursing Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an Extended Class RN and is a member in good standing. Minimum of 3 years of recent clinical experience in Surgery and/or acute pain management required. Membership in the Nurse Practitioner Association of Ontario preferred. National certification in Perioperative Nursing from the Canadian Nurses Association preferred Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life support is required.   What else do you bring? Advanced clinical knowledge of current best practices in management of acute pain for Surgery patients inclusive of multi-modal treatment plans. Expert understanding of anaesthesia-based care. Demonstrated knowledge of chronic pain Demonstrated knowledge and experience of theories guiding adult learning principles and principles guiding health promotion activities. Demonstrated knowledge of planning, developing and implementing education initiatives for health care providers and community members. Experience in Case Management preferred. Embraces a philosophy of patient and family centered care using effective communication and counselling skills Demonstrates leadership in clinical excellence. Excellent Assessment and provision of services to clients, families and communities. Advanced nursing assessment skills and sound knowledge of clinical therapeutics related to surgery and pain management. Excellent organizational, critical appraisal and analytical skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. High level of initiative and self-direction. Exemplary interpersonal and communications skills. Computer literacy in a Windows environment utilizing Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook at a senior level. Proven attendance record. Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all. Ability to perform the essential duties of the job. Effective use of empathy in interactions with others. Demonstrated behaviors consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring. Behaviour modelling that is aligned with the values of Mackenzie Health – Excellence, Leadership and Empathy. Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting healthcare environment. * This position is represented by ONA *You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health  Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our hiring process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration for an interview will be contacted.