Senior Director Research
Req ID: 180897 Company: Nova Scotia Health Location: Centre for Clinical Research, Halifax Department: Research & Innovation Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s) Status: Management/Non Union P osition Posting Closing Date: 30-May-24
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
The Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) provides sustainable safe and high quality health services that are accessible, people-centred, promote health and wellness and optimize the health of all Nova Scotians. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. The Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) champions advances in therapy, multi-disciplinary approaches to patient care, teaching and innovative health research taking place on the frontlines of patient care. Research and Innovation Services advanced technologies and well developed telehealth networks enable researchers to include patients in remote areas. In any given year, we are engaged in more than 1400 research projects, with 17,500 participants. This translates into about $44.5 million in annual research revenues with 599 dedicated research personnel. Reporting to the Vice President of Research and Innovation, the Senior Director (Research) is an effective strategist and planner, responsible for the strategic development and growth of Research and Clinical Trials ecosystem in Nova Scotia including the strategic development of Atlantic, national and international partnerships. The Senior Director will also lead and support the strategic operations and capacity building of research and clinical trials working with relevant leads in the Research and Innovation portfolio including the advancement of mandates for equitable access to research services through citizen and provider facing provincial platforms, research and ethics programs, projects and operations, and building and leveraging strong stakeholder relations to enable the achievement of desired outcomes. The Senior Director (Research) ensures continuous improvement to advance a vision of excellence within the provision of Research and Innovation Services, and is responsible for the strategic development, maintenance and monitoring of quality programs, and compliance with relevant legislation, standards and accreditation requirements. The Senior Director (Research) facilitates and champions a research environment that aligns with the current and proposed future state of the Nova Scotia Health Authority, and works closely across education institutions, government and other partners in Atlantic, national and international networks on planning our current and future research priorities towards our vision for “Research is Care”, and contribute towards attracting and retaining the best clinical trialists and scientists to Nova Scotia to join research and clinical trials workforce.
Job Accountabilities
Strategic Oversight for Planning and Systems Performance
Lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan and priorities for the expansion and enhancement of research and clinical trials in NSH and its academic partners
Implement and manage a structure of the research enterprise that optimizes the use of resources to support areas of research priority
Ensure that research planning is coordinated with the academic partners of NSH
Pursue major opportunities and supervise major initiatives that will enhance Innovation and Learning at NSH, working with research groups to develop institutional-level, multi-disciplinary grant applications (multi-million-dollar projects)
Manage post-award contracting and project management; oversee complex financial arrangements that support multi-course major initiatives
Institute processes to resource, manage, and operate major installments of equipment and facilities to support clinical research
Liaise with external agencies, government, institutions, research teams and collaborators
Provide information and advice to researchers and the VP on the national and local research agencies and initiatives
Strategic Support for Commercialization and Industry Liaison
Support the commercialization and technology transfer activities of NSH
Cultivate institutional, government and industry partnerships that lead to financial synergies and/or investment in research and innovation at NSH
Liaise with Legal Services and other leaders to ensure processes, procedures, policies and legal agreements meet organizational requirements and objectives
Work with Business Development and other departments to pursue opportunities for generating revenues, in particular to support research
Strategic Leadership for Stakeholder Relations and Development in Research and Clinical Trials
Work with academic partners to support a communications strategy that advances our national presence with NSH as the largest hospital-based research centre in Atlantic Canada for the regional academic health network and our mandates for the clinical trials priorities and Atlantic Clinical Trials Network
Work with the VP's office to support government relations with respect to research and innovation in the context of the broader government relations in NSH
Manage relations with philanthropic organizations such as the Hospital Foundations and Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation, with respect to research and innovation
Facilitate research and innovation collaboration between NSH and other health science institutions
Maintain relations with government bodies and industry stakeholders and partners
Visible Leadership, Partnerships and Relationships
Develop and oversee business planning for Research Development and Planning, including pursuit of external resources to support the Department, including the development of a financial sustainability plan
Interact with internal departments to capture synergies, particularly with clinical services
Ensure strategic research directions are within the context of the strategic directions of NSH and Our Promise
Mentor research group members, project managers and team members
Provide support and advice for the VP in the context of his/her executive responsibilities
Strategic Oversight for Talent Development and Engagement
Assist research and innovation groups to develop short, medium and long term strategies and business plans for development and securing resources
Facilitate partnerships between research groups and other academic institutions and partners
Provide match-making services between research groups and potential partners and sponsors
Develop and implement partnerships between research groups and clinical units to further expand research at NSH
Facilitate and develop research activities within Clinical services units
Qualifications
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (i.e. health sciences related field) with a strong research foundation
PhD in a relevant discipline is an asset
Minimum 10 years’ experience in research administration combined with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in management and supervision of personnel in a large, complex organization
Experience & Abilities
As strategic leader within a complex organization, enabling change and leading large, transformational projects
Engaging, mentoring and empowering teams and stakeholders in a collaborative, participative manner to respond to the mission, vision, goals and objectives an organization
In leading in a unionized context
In collaboration, negotiation and persuasion
In high level of impulse control and emotional intelligence
With analytical, organizational and decision-making skills with a high level of attention to detail
In understanding of principles of project management and demonstrated ability to create and lead complex work teams
Working with diversity of staff and stakeholders, with knowledge of cultural competence, diversity and social inclusion
Working closely and effectively with a diverse group of administrators; strong interpersonal and leadership skills; proven ability to effect and influence change through t collaborative and inclusive style
Anticipating needs, respond accordingly, provides guidance and support
Analyzing and interpreting statistical data, and monitor quality and performance indicators and benchmarks related to the workforce
In financial planning and management
Knowledge
The health sciences research enterprises in a university setting, particularly in relation to hospital-based research, and knowledge of the national research environment
Research funding agencies and programs, in particular agencies with major research funding programs such as the Atlantic Innovation fund, Canada Foundation for Innovation and Genome Canada
Local, regional, and national commercialization and economic development agencies
Critical analysis and evidence-based practices to inform strategy and organizational planning
Health care organizations and the health sector
Compensation and Incentives
$67.93 - $84.91 hourly or $132,455 - $165,569 annually
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Location, Hours of Work & Your Application
Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
Main office will be located at the Centre for Clinical Research in Halifax, NS
Hybrid work available. Successful incumbent will be required to be on site as needed
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will be screened on the above qualifications. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the knowledge and competencies in their cover letter and resume. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. Applicants will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or missing information.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000. For more details and instructions, please visit please visit Recruitment - Incentives Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/ https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthority www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/ https://twitter.com/healthns
May 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Director Research
Req ID: 180897 Company: Nova Scotia Health Location: Centre for Clinical Research, Halifax Department: Research & Innovation Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s) Status: Management/Non Union P osition Posting Closing Date: 30-May-24
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
The Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) provides sustainable safe and high quality health services that are accessible, people-centred, promote health and wellness and optimize the health of all Nova Scotians. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. The Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) champions advances in therapy, multi-disciplinary approaches to patient care, teaching and innovative health research taking place on the frontlines of patient care. Research and Innovation Services advanced technologies and well developed telehealth networks enable researchers to include patients in remote areas. In any given year, we are engaged in more than 1400 research projects, with 17,500 participants. This translates into about $44.5 million in annual research revenues with 599 dedicated research personnel. Reporting to the Vice President of Research and Innovation, the Senior Director (Research) is an effective strategist and planner, responsible for the strategic development and growth of Research and Clinical Trials ecosystem in Nova Scotia including the strategic development of Atlantic, national and international partnerships. The Senior Director will also lead and support the strategic operations and capacity building of research and clinical trials working with relevant leads in the Research and Innovation portfolio including the advancement of mandates for equitable access to research services through citizen and provider facing provincial platforms, research and ethics programs, projects and operations, and building and leveraging strong stakeholder relations to enable the achievement of desired outcomes. The Senior Director (Research) ensures continuous improvement to advance a vision of excellence within the provision of Research and Innovation Services, and is responsible for the strategic development, maintenance and monitoring of quality programs, and compliance with relevant legislation, standards and accreditation requirements. The Senior Director (Research) facilitates and champions a research environment that aligns with the current and proposed future state of the Nova Scotia Health Authority, and works closely across education institutions, government and other partners in Atlantic, national and international networks on planning our current and future research priorities towards our vision for “Research is Care”, and contribute towards attracting and retaining the best clinical trialists and scientists to Nova Scotia to join research and clinical trials workforce.
Job Accountabilities
Strategic Oversight for Planning and Systems Performance
Lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan and priorities for the expansion and enhancement of research and clinical trials in NSH and its academic partners
Implement and manage a structure of the research enterprise that optimizes the use of resources to support areas of research priority
Ensure that research planning is coordinated with the academic partners of NSH
Pursue major opportunities and supervise major initiatives that will enhance Innovation and Learning at NSH, working with research groups to develop institutional-level, multi-disciplinary grant applications (multi-million-dollar projects)
Manage post-award contracting and project management; oversee complex financial arrangements that support multi-course major initiatives
Institute processes to resource, manage, and operate major installments of equipment and facilities to support clinical research
Liaise with external agencies, government, institutions, research teams and collaborators
Provide information and advice to researchers and the VP on the national and local research agencies and initiatives
Strategic Support for Commercialization and Industry Liaison
Support the commercialization and technology transfer activities of NSH
Cultivate institutional, government and industry partnerships that lead to financial synergies and/or investment in research and innovation at NSH
Liaise with Legal Services and other leaders to ensure processes, procedures, policies and legal agreements meet organizational requirements and objectives
Work with Business Development and other departments to pursue opportunities for generating revenues, in particular to support research
Strategic Leadership for Stakeholder Relations and Development in Research and Clinical Trials
Work with academic partners to support a communications strategy that advances our national presence with NSH as the largest hospital-based research centre in Atlantic Canada for the regional academic health network and our mandates for the clinical trials priorities and Atlantic Clinical Trials Network
Work with the VP's office to support government relations with respect to research and innovation in the context of the broader government relations in NSH
Manage relations with philanthropic organizations such as the Hospital Foundations and Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation, with respect to research and innovation
Facilitate research and innovation collaboration between NSH and other health science institutions
Maintain relations with government bodies and industry stakeholders and partners
Visible Leadership, Partnerships and Relationships
Develop and oversee business planning for Research Development and Planning, including pursuit of external resources to support the Department, including the development of a financial sustainability plan
Interact with internal departments to capture synergies, particularly with clinical services
Ensure strategic research directions are within the context of the strategic directions of NSH and Our Promise
Mentor research group members, project managers and team members
Provide support and advice for the VP in the context of his/her executive responsibilities
Strategic Oversight for Talent Development and Engagement
Assist research and innovation groups to develop short, medium and long term strategies and business plans for development and securing resources
Facilitate partnerships between research groups and other academic institutions and partners
Provide match-making services between research groups and potential partners and sponsors
Develop and implement partnerships between research groups and clinical units to further expand research at NSH
Facilitate and develop research activities within Clinical services units
Qualifications
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (i.e. health sciences related field) with a strong research foundation
PhD in a relevant discipline is an asset
Minimum 10 years’ experience in research administration combined with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in management and supervision of personnel in a large, complex organization
Experience & Abilities
As strategic leader within a complex organization, enabling change and leading large, transformational projects
Engaging, mentoring and empowering teams and stakeholders in a collaborative, participative manner to respond to the mission, vision, goals and objectives an organization
In leading in a unionized context
In collaboration, negotiation and persuasion
In high level of impulse control and emotional intelligence
With analytical, organizational and decision-making skills with a high level of attention to detail
In understanding of principles of project management and demonstrated ability to create and lead complex work teams
Working with diversity of staff and stakeholders, with knowledge of cultural competence, diversity and social inclusion
Working closely and effectively with a diverse group of administrators; strong interpersonal and leadership skills; proven ability to effect and influence change through t collaborative and inclusive style
Anticipating needs, respond accordingly, provides guidance and support
Analyzing and interpreting statistical data, and monitor quality and performance indicators and benchmarks related to the workforce
In financial planning and management
Knowledge
The health sciences research enterprises in a university setting, particularly in relation to hospital-based research, and knowledge of the national research environment
Research funding agencies and programs, in particular agencies with major research funding programs such as the Atlantic Innovation fund, Canada Foundation for Innovation and Genome Canada
Local, regional, and national commercialization and economic development agencies
Critical analysis and evidence-based practices to inform strategy and organizational planning
Health care organizations and the health sector
Compensation and Incentives
$67.93 - $84.91 hourly or $132,455 - $165,569 annually
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Location, Hours of Work & Your Application
Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
Main office will be located at the Centre for Clinical Research in Halifax, NS
Hybrid work available. Successful incumbent will be required to be on site as needed
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will be screened on the above qualifications. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the knowledge and competencies in their cover letter and resume. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. Applicants will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or missing information.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000. For more details and instructions, please visit please visit Recruitment - Incentives Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/ https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthority www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/ https://twitter.com/healthns
Executive Vice President, Clinical Operations and Chief Nurse Executive
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
Established in 1890 and with annual revenue of $725M, St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is committed to making a difference in people's lives and creating a lasting future for the community through integrated health services and internationally recognized programs. Home to more than 5,600 staff, 700 physicians and 300 volunteers, this multi-site, regional, tertiary centre has 840 beds and bassinets. It has the busiest emergency department and Urgent Care Centre in the city of Hamilton, is a provincial leader in Kidney Care, Mental Health and Addictions, Respirology, and Surgical Robotics. SJHH is is also a leader in digital healthcare. An academic and research healthcare organization, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton is affiliated with McMaster University and Mohawk College.
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton is a partner in one of the largest corporations in Canada devoted to health care, the St. Joseph's Health System and, over the course of 150 years, has demonstrated the values that define the SJHS culture by living the legacy of their founders.
Reporting to the President of St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) and working in partnership with the Chief of Staff & Vice-President of Medical Affairs, the Executive Vice President, Clinical Operations and Chief Nurse Executive (EVP/CNE), together with a highly qualified team of Vice Presidents, Directors, and Managers, will provide the overall executive leadership for all of the clinical programs and clinical support services for SJHH. This is an extraordinary portfolio encompassing over 12 clinical programs, diagnostic support areas, ambulatory care, infection prevention and control, and professional practice and patient flow across multiple sites. The EVP/CNE will work with the executive leadership team, the Chief of Staff, physicians, staff, labour partners, volunteers, learners, patients and families, and all key Ontario West Partners and communities to ensure the provision of high-quality, faith-based, compassionate, and integrated care. The EVP/CNE will build credibility and trust with the organization, Board, community and academic partners to effectively lead SJHH with these partners into a sustainable future.
A visible, inclusive, and strategic leader, the EVP/CNE will provide vision, strategy, and collaborative leadership to ensure that the clinical leaders and their teams continue to provide innovative, inspirational, and high-quality patient care programs and services across all inpatient, outpatient, and community services. An outstanding operator who understands acute clinical patient flow and operations, the EVP/CNE will also play a key role, in partnership with the Executive Leadership Team and direct reports, in the areas of quality and risk management, financial and utilization management, planning, infection control, patient safety, and professional practice. The EVP/CNE will be accountable for fostering an environment that achieves performance excellence, by building a culture that values collaboration, directors feel empowered to make change, and professional development is promoted and achieved. The EVP/CNE will need to focus on the passion and commitment of staff, physicians, volunteers and learners to continue to create a health system that prioritizes operational agility, quality and service excellence. Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required, combined with a Master's degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Health Care Management or a related health science discipline (preferred).
To apply for this exceptional opportunity, please submit your application and related materials to Jim Stonehouse, Partner and Pamela Colquhoun, Partner via Kathy Luu, Senior Associate ( kluu@boyden.com ).
SJHH (stjoes.ca) fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other. SJHH is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.
May 08, 2024
Full time
Executive Vice President, Clinical Operations and Chief Nurse Executive
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
Established in 1890 and with annual revenue of $725M, St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is committed to making a difference in people's lives and creating a lasting future for the community through integrated health services and internationally recognized programs. Home to more than 5,600 staff, 700 physicians and 300 volunteers, this multi-site, regional, tertiary centre has 840 beds and bassinets. It has the busiest emergency department and Urgent Care Centre in the city of Hamilton, is a provincial leader in Kidney Care, Mental Health and Addictions, Respirology, and Surgical Robotics. SJHH is is also a leader in digital healthcare. An academic and research healthcare organization, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton is affiliated with McMaster University and Mohawk College.
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton is a partner in one of the largest corporations in Canada devoted to health care, the St. Joseph's Health System and, over the course of 150 years, has demonstrated the values that define the SJHS culture by living the legacy of their founders.
Reporting to the President of St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) and working in partnership with the Chief of Staff & Vice-President of Medical Affairs, the Executive Vice President, Clinical Operations and Chief Nurse Executive (EVP/CNE), together with a highly qualified team of Vice Presidents, Directors, and Managers, will provide the overall executive leadership for all of the clinical programs and clinical support services for SJHH. This is an extraordinary portfolio encompassing over 12 clinical programs, diagnostic support areas, ambulatory care, infection prevention and control, and professional practice and patient flow across multiple sites. The EVP/CNE will work with the executive leadership team, the Chief of Staff, physicians, staff, labour partners, volunteers, learners, patients and families, and all key Ontario West Partners and communities to ensure the provision of high-quality, faith-based, compassionate, and integrated care. The EVP/CNE will build credibility and trust with the organization, Board, community and academic partners to effectively lead SJHH with these partners into a sustainable future.
A visible, inclusive, and strategic leader, the EVP/CNE will provide vision, strategy, and collaborative leadership to ensure that the clinical leaders and their teams continue to provide innovative, inspirational, and high-quality patient care programs and services across all inpatient, outpatient, and community services. An outstanding operator who understands acute clinical patient flow and operations, the EVP/CNE will also play a key role, in partnership with the Executive Leadership Team and direct reports, in the areas of quality and risk management, financial and utilization management, planning, infection control, patient safety, and professional practice. The EVP/CNE will be accountable for fostering an environment that achieves performance excellence, by building a culture that values collaboration, directors feel empowered to make change, and professional development is promoted and achieved. The EVP/CNE will need to focus on the passion and commitment of staff, physicians, volunteers and learners to continue to create a health system that prioritizes operational agility, quality and service excellence. Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required, combined with a Master's degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Health Care Management or a related health science discipline (preferred).
To apply for this exceptional opportunity, please submit your application and related materials to Jim Stonehouse, Partner and Pamela Colquhoun, Partner via Kathy Luu, Senior Associate ( kluu@boyden.com ).
SJHH (stjoes.ca) fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other. SJHH is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is now accepting applications for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Manager of Clinical Practice - Mental Health.
Who We Are
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is the leading health care provider on the western James Bay coast. WAHA comprises of hospitals in Moose Factory, Fort Albany, and Attawapiskat, with a Health Centre in Moosonee. WAHA also provides regional outpatient programs, as well as Paramedicine services in Moose Factory, Moosonee, Fort Albany, Kashechewan, Attawapiskat, and Constance Lake. The span of services, complexity of care needs in the region, and the depth of health integration has made WAHA a leader and a model of health care services in Northern Ontario. WAHA consists of 450 employees, a Physician team, many students, as well as community stakeholders. It is affiliated with Queens University and offers many educational opportunities for current and prospective team members.
Who You Are
Collaborative team player, contributing positively to team success
Belief in the necessity to provide strengths based, client centered care
Experience with crisis management
Strong organizational skills and time management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
What You’ll Do
Support point-of-care staff in the implementation and evaluation of best practices in the care of clients with psychiatric illnesses, concurrent substance use, and forensic histories, including but not limited to support with culturally appropriate assessments, brief counselling, crisis support, case management, clinical support and psychotherapy services
Promote quality client care practices from a trauma informed lens focused on recovery and the achievement of positive outcomes
Provide clinical supervision to staff as well as mentor/supervise graduate students
Administering and coordinating the work of the multidisciplinary team
Providing clinical guidance and assistance with regular review of all client cases
Promote the implementation and audit of documentation standards
Participate in or facilitate quality improvement projects
What You Bring
Must have clinical supervision credential(s) or willingness to obtain within 1 yr
Bachelor of Social Work
Master of Social Work, or willingly to obtain
Registered with the College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers or College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Experience in working with First Nations Peoples
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrates case management and referral experience working with mental health and/or addictions issues and concerns
J oin Our Team
The successful candidate must provide a valid Vulnerable Sector Screen Check within a specified time frame.
Please apply in writing, providing three recent work references, quoting Competition #2024-104 by no later than Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 12:00 noon to:
Human Resources
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority
P.O. Box 664
Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0
Resumes can be emailed to jobs@waha.ca or faxed to 705-658-4917
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Weeneebayko Area Health Authority, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada
May 02, 2024
Full time
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is now accepting applications for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Manager of Clinical Practice - Mental Health.
Who We Are
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is the leading health care provider on the western James Bay coast. WAHA comprises of hospitals in Moose Factory, Fort Albany, and Attawapiskat, with a Health Centre in Moosonee. WAHA also provides regional outpatient programs, as well as Paramedicine services in Moose Factory, Moosonee, Fort Albany, Kashechewan, Attawapiskat, and Constance Lake. The span of services, complexity of care needs in the region, and the depth of health integration has made WAHA a leader and a model of health care services in Northern Ontario. WAHA consists of 450 employees, a Physician team, many students, as well as community stakeholders. It is affiliated with Queens University and offers many educational opportunities for current and prospective team members.
Who You Are
Collaborative team player, contributing positively to team success
Belief in the necessity to provide strengths based, client centered care
Experience with crisis management
Strong organizational skills and time management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
What You’ll Do
Support point-of-care staff in the implementation and evaluation of best practices in the care of clients with psychiatric illnesses, concurrent substance use, and forensic histories, including but not limited to support with culturally appropriate assessments, brief counselling, crisis support, case management, clinical support and psychotherapy services
Promote quality client care practices from a trauma informed lens focused on recovery and the achievement of positive outcomes
Provide clinical supervision to staff as well as mentor/supervise graduate students
Administering and coordinating the work of the multidisciplinary team
Providing clinical guidance and assistance with regular review of all client cases
Promote the implementation and audit of documentation standards
Participate in or facilitate quality improvement projects
What You Bring
Must have clinical supervision credential(s) or willingness to obtain within 1 yr
Bachelor of Social Work
Master of Social Work, or willingly to obtain
Registered with the College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers or College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Experience in working with First Nations Peoples
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrates case management and referral experience working with mental health and/or addictions issues and concerns
J oin Our Team
The successful candidate must provide a valid Vulnerable Sector Screen Check within a specified time frame.
Please apply in writing, providing three recent work references, quoting Competition #2024-104 by no later than Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 12:00 noon to:
Human Resources
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority
P.O. Box 664
Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0
Resumes can be emailed to jobs@waha.ca or faxed to 705-658-4917
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Weeneebayko Area Health Authority, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada
SALARY The salary range for this position is CAD $45.52/Hr. - CAD $56.85/Hr. JOB SUMMARY
Come work as a Team Leader, Indigenous Health Crisis Response with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) !
Vancouver Coastal Health is committed to improving the health and access to culturally safe healthcare of the Indigenous people in our region, and we recognize that we all have a contribution to make in reconciliation and healing. VCH’s Indigenous Health team works with staff and physicians across all programs and departments to provide strategic leadership, partner collaboration and community engagement to assist VCH to become a more culturally competent and safe organization.
Within the context of a person, family, and community centred, trauma and violence-informed, and culturally safe-care model, and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Team Lead works as part of multidisciplinary community team to lead moderate de-escalation crisis intervention support to individuals with severe mental illness, addictions and/or chronic conditions. The Team Leader ensures services provide a high standard of culturally safe care and works within a multidisciplinary team to assess high risk situations and provide crisis intervention support, adjusting to client’s care plan and meet the client’s need for integrated services and continuity of care across the continuum. Determines priority of care requirements based on client needs, availability of resources and best practices. Develops strengths-based policies and procedures. Oversees and coordinates the delivery of crisis intervention services/supports/daily activities of the team, participates in case planning; and provides leadership/supervision to designated staff. With support from the Manager, utilizes human resources policies and procedures to recruit and select staff; coordinates requests for vacation, education and leaves of absence. The Team Leader works across Vancouver Community services, and liaises with the local Indigenous community, Indigenous serving organizations, community resources, and healthcare providers to assist clients to access support services as appropriate.
This position is part of the new Indigenous Crisis Response Team (ICRT) at VCH. The ICRT provides a non-police crisis response outreach services to individuals in the inner city who are experiencing a mental health and/or substance use crisis that cannot be resolved by their regular care provider or alternate crisis services. ICRT is a voluntary, non-police healthcare service that leads with cultural safety and sees individuals in encampments, shelters, or in their homes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
Current full registration with the applicable professional College or professional association and Degree in a recognized health sciences profession supplemented
Five (5) years’ recent, related experience working in Indigenous-led or First Nations organizations providing mental health and substance use clinical services in community-based settings for designated program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver’s License.
Pursuant to Section 41 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, preference will be given to individuals of Indigenous identity (First Nations, Inuit, Metis).
Knowledge & Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge and demonstrated ability to provide culturally safe care, has completed Indigenous Cultural Safety Training.
Demonstrated understanding and in-depth knowledge of First Nations, Inuit, and M�tis Peoples and history.
Demonstrated understanding of provincial and federal guiding principles and documents, for example In Plain Sight report, and calls to action to eliminate systemic racism in the health care sector.
Demonstrated ability to identify and recognize current health care system gaps and barriers for Indigenous individuals and communities seeking health care.
Demonstrated ability to identify and recognize power inequities within the healthcare system associated with ongoing impacts of colonialism.
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
Demonstrated ability to identify suicidal ideation and basic intervention.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental health and substance use.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Trauma and Violence Informed Practice.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply a Harm Reduction approach to care.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to integrate culturally appropriate interventions and practices into care.
Demonstrated understanding of health care ethics and ability to apply ethical decision making in practice.
Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments.
Demonstrated ability to conduct mental health and substance use assessments, and to provide treatment planning and case coordination.
Broad knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in healthcare.
Broad knowledge of counselling skills and clinical practice models.
Broad knowledge of mental health, primary care and substance use service delivery system, service mandates, referral guidelines, legislation, and government policies.
Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team leader, motivator, coach/mentor, and team member within a multidisciplinary setting.
Demonstrated ability to model and foster a positive, collaborative, and respectful team working environment, where individual competencies can thrive.
Demonstrated ability to provide clinical and administrative supervision and consultation.
Demonstrated skills and ability to facilitate team building and to work both independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events, problem solve, and deal effectively with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues using restorative justice approaches.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with clients and their families, colleagues, physician, and other health care staff, both one-on-one and in groups.
Demonstrated listening and information seeking skills that promotes open and direct communication and leads to a cooperative approach to problem solving.
Demonstrated ability to set priorities, organize work, and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Indigenous serving organizations, community partners and with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet, and e-mail software.
Closing Statement
If you are looking to relocate, short term temporary housing may be available along with access to Talent Acquisition’s relocation program, including support from the relocation specialist to find a permanent residence and potential reimbursement. Hybrid work schedules may be available (including both on site & remote) as applicable (with existing VCH policies and collective agreement requirements), where a rotation can be discussed, as well as travel, transport & housing options.
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
SALARY The salary range for this position is CAD $45.52/Hr. - CAD $56.85/Hr. JOB SUMMARY
Come work as a Team Leader, Indigenous Health Crisis Response with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) !
Vancouver Coastal Health is committed to improving the health and access to culturally safe healthcare of the Indigenous people in our region, and we recognize that we all have a contribution to make in reconciliation and healing. VCH’s Indigenous Health team works with staff and physicians across all programs and departments to provide strategic leadership, partner collaboration and community engagement to assist VCH to become a more culturally competent and safe organization.
Within the context of a person, family, and community centred, trauma and violence-informed, and culturally safe-care model, and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Team Lead works as part of multidisciplinary community team to lead moderate de-escalation crisis intervention support to individuals with severe mental illness, addictions and/or chronic conditions. The Team Leader ensures services provide a high standard of culturally safe care and works within a multidisciplinary team to assess high risk situations and provide crisis intervention support, adjusting to client’s care plan and meet the client’s need for integrated services and continuity of care across the continuum. Determines priority of care requirements based on client needs, availability of resources and best practices. Develops strengths-based policies and procedures. Oversees and coordinates the delivery of crisis intervention services/supports/daily activities of the team, participates in case planning; and provides leadership/supervision to designated staff. With support from the Manager, utilizes human resources policies and procedures to recruit and select staff; coordinates requests for vacation, education and leaves of absence. The Team Leader works across Vancouver Community services, and liaises with the local Indigenous community, Indigenous serving organizations, community resources, and healthcare providers to assist clients to access support services as appropriate.
This position is part of the new Indigenous Crisis Response Team (ICRT) at VCH. The ICRT provides a non-police crisis response outreach services to individuals in the inner city who are experiencing a mental health and/or substance use crisis that cannot be resolved by their regular care provider or alternate crisis services. ICRT is a voluntary, non-police healthcare service that leads with cultural safety and sees individuals in encampments, shelters, or in their homes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
Current full registration with the applicable professional College or professional association and Degree in a recognized health sciences profession supplemented
Five (5) years’ recent, related experience working in Indigenous-led or First Nations organizations providing mental health and substance use clinical services in community-based settings for designated program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver’s License.
Pursuant to Section 41 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, preference will be given to individuals of Indigenous identity (First Nations, Inuit, Metis).
Knowledge & Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge and demonstrated ability to provide culturally safe care, has completed Indigenous Cultural Safety Training.
Demonstrated understanding and in-depth knowledge of First Nations, Inuit, and M�tis Peoples and history.
Demonstrated understanding of provincial and federal guiding principles and documents, for example In Plain Sight report, and calls to action to eliminate systemic racism in the health care sector.
Demonstrated ability to identify and recognize current health care system gaps and barriers for Indigenous individuals and communities seeking health care.
Demonstrated ability to identify and recognize power inequities within the healthcare system associated with ongoing impacts of colonialism.
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
Demonstrated ability to identify suicidal ideation and basic intervention.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental health and substance use.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Trauma and Violence Informed Practice.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply a Harm Reduction approach to care.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to integrate culturally appropriate interventions and practices into care.
Demonstrated understanding of health care ethics and ability to apply ethical decision making in practice.
Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments.
Demonstrated ability to conduct mental health and substance use assessments, and to provide treatment planning and case coordination.
Broad knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in healthcare.
Broad knowledge of counselling skills and clinical practice models.
Broad knowledge of mental health, primary care and substance use service delivery system, service mandates, referral guidelines, legislation, and government policies.
Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team leader, motivator, coach/mentor, and team member within a multidisciplinary setting.
Demonstrated ability to model and foster a positive, collaborative, and respectful team working environment, where individual competencies can thrive.
Demonstrated ability to provide clinical and administrative supervision and consultation.
Demonstrated skills and ability to facilitate team building and to work both independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events, problem solve, and deal effectively with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues using restorative justice approaches.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with clients and their families, colleagues, physician, and other health care staff, both one-on-one and in groups.
Demonstrated listening and information seeking skills that promotes open and direct communication and leads to a cooperative approach to problem solving.
Demonstrated ability to set priorities, organize work, and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Indigenous serving organizations, community partners and with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet, and e-mail software.
Closing Statement
If you are looking to relocate, short term temporary housing may be available along with access to Talent Acquisition’s relocation program, including support from the relocation specialist to find a permanent residence and potential reimbursement. Hybrid work schedules may be available (including both on site & remote) as applicable (with existing VCH policies and collective agreement requirements), where a rotation can be discussed, as well as travel, transport & housing options.
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.