Director of Mental Health Mental Health & Addictions Services Permanent Full Time NBRHC – North Bay From $81.19/hour to $101.50/hour
Reporting to the Vice President of Mental Health & Addictions, the Director provides leadership to advance excellence in quality, person centered care and practice through the integration of a variety of programs and services. The Director is responsible to create the operational framework for interprofessional care and treatment of patients across district and regional tertiary care settings. The Director ensures programs and services integrate evidence informed practice(s) and supports the delivery of quality care at the individual, team and system level. Working in partnership with senior leaders, managers, staff, physicians and external stakeholders, the Director takes a leadership role in creating a just culture of care that is responsive to internal and external issues/trends and is sustainable and consistent with the organizations strategic priorities. The Director oversees a team that is well versed in professional and regulatory matters, and administers monitors physical, human, and financial resources, anticipating future changes that will affect service delivery.
About the Area
Known as Ontario’s Gateway City, North Bay is located 3.5 hours north of Toronto and 3.5 hours west of Ottawa. With a population of 54,000, it is a safe and welcoming community that offers a healthy and balanced environment for working, living and raising a family. North Bay boasts beautiful scenery, four distinct seasons of activities, adverse economy and a new state-of-the art regional health centre which is an affiliation academic teaching centre with the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM). New Videos now available at http://www.investinnorthbay.ca/about-us/videos .
About North Bay Regional Health Centre
The North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC) is a unique health care organization with three primary roles. It provides acute care services to North Bay and its surrounding communities, is a district referral centre providing specialist services for smaller communities in the area; and is specialized mental health service provider for the Northeast Region of Ontario which spans from Muskoka area to the Hudson Bay, and from the Quebec border to Sault Ste Marie. NBRHC has 409 beds and numerous outpatient and outreach services and is one of four major acute care hospitals in the Region. The others being Health Sciences North in Sudbury, Sault Area Hospital in Sault Ste Marie; and Timmins District Hospital in Timmins. The immediate area surrounding North Bay is also served by small community hospitals like Mattawa and West Nipissing General Hospitals.
A major teaching centre for students in medicine, psychiatry, nursing and allied health professions, NBRHC is proud to not only be affiliated with NOSM, but also Nipissing University, Canadore College and other Ontario colleges and universities. NBRHC chairs the development of regional Academic Health Science research Network to better address the unique needs of the north, overcome barriers that impact health care and ensure the transfer of knowledge into innovative evidence based care solutions.
All Employees Must:
Support North Bay Regional Health Centre’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Complete Mandatory Training within the prescribed timelines
Support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events
Personal Suitability
Ability to develop and maintain strong system partnerships and collaborative processes.
Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple ongoing priorities.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume work environment.
Ability to travel.
Working Environment
On site at North Bay Regional Health Centre with frequent travel within the District and across the Region
Some planned and predictable travel within the Province
Conditions of Position
Continuum of services includes crisis intervention, acute treatment, and stabilization; requires an ability to move from one service component to another seamlessly to safely serve patients and clients and support staff.
Fast paced clinical environment with high clinical demands; work activities involve the need to concentrate with an attention to detail, to be able to assess and evaluate information from a variety of sources.
Required to participate in NBRHC administrative on call schedule.
Intermediate to frequent amount of time sitting in place, standing, walking and sustained keyboarding.
May be required to work evenings and weekends.
Key Activities and Responsibilities
Together with senior leaders, directors, managers and physicians providing leadership to the mental health programs through active collaboration and inter-professional partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ensuring program services are delivered with clinical competence and the application and integration of professional standards and evidence based practices.
Collaborating with managers to identify practice gaps, training and coaching needs for the program teams.
Providing leadership to create and maintain practice environments that support a culture of safety and continuous quality improvement in partnership with staff, patients, and families.
Provincial, Regional and District planning within the Mental Health portfolio; overseeing day-to-day operations of the inpatient units and outpatient service areas.
Allocating, overseeing, and monitoring all physical, human and financial resources, and anticipating future changes that will affect service delivery.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Master’s Degree in a related health care field with progressive leadership experience in Mental Health preferred; Undergraduate Degree with a suitable combination of progressive years of experience considered.
Current registration with a regulated College.
Knowledge and application of the Forensic Framework considered an asset.
Clinical experience with community mental health and/or acute inpatient mental health.
Demonstrated leadership experience and skills/abilities to work with teams of varied disciplines.
Demonstrated experience as a clinical operations leader; committed to the continuous improvement of high quality standards the program requires.
Experience at a management level within an environment of significant change and restructuring.
Excellent demonstrated communication and reporting skills (oral and written).
Must be able to function independently and as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Computer application experience required (Meditech, Microsoft Office and Outlook).
Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset.
Criminal Reference Check including the Vulnerable Sector Check Verification (recent as of three months) will be required
Interested candidates are asked to submit their cover letter and resume to:
careers@nbrhc.on.ca quoting file NU MH-25-032
The posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Please note these postings are subject to change without notice. An acknowledgement will be sent only to those candidates who will be interviewed.
NBRHC is committed to achieving 100% compliance with its COVID-19 Vaccine Policy. As a result, please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at the Health Centre, all new hires must be compliant with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy and must be fully vaccinated prior to commencing employment. To be considered fully vaccinated, an individual must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by the World Health Organization (e.g. two doses of a two-dose vaccine series or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series) and received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days ago.
The requirement that successful applicants be fully vaccinated is subject to any accommodation obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Director of Mental Health Mental Health & Addictions Services Permanent Full Time NBRHC – North Bay From $81.19/hour to $101.50/hour
Reporting to the Vice President of Mental Health & Addictions, the Director provides leadership to advance excellence in quality, person centered care and practice through the integration of a variety of programs and services. The Director is responsible to create the operational framework for interprofessional care and treatment of patients across district and regional tertiary care settings. The Director ensures programs and services integrate evidence informed practice(s) and supports the delivery of quality care at the individual, team and system level. Working in partnership with senior leaders, managers, staff, physicians and external stakeholders, the Director takes a leadership role in creating a just culture of care that is responsive to internal and external issues/trends and is sustainable and consistent with the organizations strategic priorities. The Director oversees a team that is well versed in professional and regulatory matters, and administers monitors physical, human, and financial resources, anticipating future changes that will affect service delivery.
About the Area
Known as Ontario’s Gateway City, North Bay is located 3.5 hours north of Toronto and 3.5 hours west of Ottawa. With a population of 54,000, it is a safe and welcoming community that offers a healthy and balanced environment for working, living and raising a family. North Bay boasts beautiful scenery, four distinct seasons of activities, adverse economy and a new state-of-the art regional health centre which is an affiliation academic teaching centre with the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM). New Videos now available at http://www.investinnorthbay.ca/about-us/videos .
About North Bay Regional Health Centre
The North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC) is a unique health care organization with three primary roles. It provides acute care services to North Bay and its surrounding communities, is a district referral centre providing specialist services for smaller communities in the area; and is specialized mental health service provider for the Northeast Region of Ontario which spans from Muskoka area to the Hudson Bay, and from the Quebec border to Sault Ste Marie. NBRHC has 409 beds and numerous outpatient and outreach services and is one of four major acute care hospitals in the Region. The others being Health Sciences North in Sudbury, Sault Area Hospital in Sault Ste Marie; and Timmins District Hospital in Timmins. The immediate area surrounding North Bay is also served by small community hospitals like Mattawa and West Nipissing General Hospitals.
A major teaching centre for students in medicine, psychiatry, nursing and allied health professions, NBRHC is proud to not only be affiliated with NOSM, but also Nipissing University, Canadore College and other Ontario colleges and universities. NBRHC chairs the development of regional Academic Health Science research Network to better address the unique needs of the north, overcome barriers that impact health care and ensure the transfer of knowledge into innovative evidence based care solutions.
All Employees Must:
Support North Bay Regional Health Centre’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Complete Mandatory Training within the prescribed timelines
Support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events
Personal Suitability
Ability to develop and maintain strong system partnerships and collaborative processes.
Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple ongoing priorities.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume work environment.
Ability to travel.
Working Environment
On site at North Bay Regional Health Centre with frequent travel within the District and across the Region
Some planned and predictable travel within the Province
Conditions of Position
Continuum of services includes crisis intervention, acute treatment, and stabilization; requires an ability to move from one service component to another seamlessly to safely serve patients and clients and support staff.
Fast paced clinical environment with high clinical demands; work activities involve the need to concentrate with an attention to detail, to be able to assess and evaluate information from a variety of sources.
Required to participate in NBRHC administrative on call schedule.
Intermediate to frequent amount of time sitting in place, standing, walking and sustained keyboarding.
May be required to work evenings and weekends.
Key Activities and Responsibilities
Together with senior leaders, directors, managers and physicians providing leadership to the mental health programs through active collaboration and inter-professional partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ensuring program services are delivered with clinical competence and the application and integration of professional standards and evidence based practices.
Collaborating with managers to identify practice gaps, training and coaching needs for the program teams.
Providing leadership to create and maintain practice environments that support a culture of safety and continuous quality improvement in partnership with staff, patients, and families.
Provincial, Regional and District planning within the Mental Health portfolio; overseeing day-to-day operations of the inpatient units and outpatient service areas.
Allocating, overseeing, and monitoring all physical, human and financial resources, and anticipating future changes that will affect service delivery.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Master’s Degree in a related health care field with progressive leadership experience in Mental Health preferred; Undergraduate Degree with a suitable combination of progressive years of experience considered.
Current registration with a regulated College.
Knowledge and application of the Forensic Framework considered an asset.
Clinical experience with community mental health and/or acute inpatient mental health.
Demonstrated leadership experience and skills/abilities to work with teams of varied disciplines.
Demonstrated experience as a clinical operations leader; committed to the continuous improvement of high quality standards the program requires.
Experience at a management level within an environment of significant change and restructuring.
Excellent demonstrated communication and reporting skills (oral and written).
Must be able to function independently and as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Computer application experience required (Meditech, Microsoft Office and Outlook).
Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset.
Criminal Reference Check including the Vulnerable Sector Check Verification (recent as of three months) will be required
Interested candidates are asked to submit their cover letter and resume to:
careers@nbrhc.on.ca quoting file NU MH-25-032
The posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Please note these postings are subject to change without notice. An acknowledgement will be sent only to those candidates who will be interviewed.
NBRHC is committed to achieving 100% compliance with its COVID-19 Vaccine Policy. As a result, please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at the Health Centre, all new hires must be compliant with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy and must be fully vaccinated prior to commencing employment. To be considered fully vaccinated, an individual must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by the World Health Organization (e.g. two doses of a two-dose vaccine series or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series) and received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days ago.
The requirement that successful applicants be fully vaccinated is subject to any accommodation obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest.
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is an academic and teaching health system that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, and comprised of a 315-bed hospital, an academic research institute, and a wide array of community integrated clinical programs, Waypoint serves some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and is the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province. Waypoint’s 1,300+ staff change lives and bring hope by leading the advancement and delivery of excellent and compassionate care for people with mental illness and addictions, as well as to older adults living with complex medical and/or psychiatric conditions. The care they deliver on site, in the community and through partnerships is informed by innovative practices and – importantly – patient voices. Sponsored by the Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario, Waypoint’s patients’ journeys are unique, their recovery supported with compassion, dignity and inclusivity. Waypoint is affiliated with the University of Toronto and has numerous academic partnerships. They are accredited by Accreditation Canada with Exemplary standing.
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a provincially renowned centre of excellence for mental health, addictions, and geriatric care, recognized for the effectiveness of our care, the impact of our research, and our transformative influence on the shape of our healthcare system. As servant leaders, we convene partners, foster coalitions, provide leadership and share expertise to solve complex problems and achieve remarkable healthcare experiences and outcomes together with our community. As a hub for research, innovation and training, we develop a prepared and resilient workforce, and generate evidence that ignites possibilities and creates a brighter future.
A recent retirement on the Executive Team has driven the creation of two new executive positions in alignment with Waypoint’s exciting new 10 year strategy - Vice President, Integrated Health Delivery Systems, Chief Clinical Supports Officer and the Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive.
Vice President, Integrated Health Delivery Systems, Chief Clinical Supports Officer
The Vice President, Integrated Health Delivery Systems and Chief Clinical Supports Officer will be key to the growth and innovation of Waypoint’s specialized services, accountable for developing, implementing, integrating and evaluating system-level initiatives to advance high-quality, equitable, and person-centered mental health, addictions and specialized geriatric care, as well as oversight of clinical support services at Waypoint. This executive will work closely with partners to advance a ‘one system’ approach for effective, timely and well-coordinated care along the continuum, and will oversee enabling functions within and beyond the hospital, including as it relates to the interfaces with primary care, community services, and emergency departments. They have overall accountability for setting the strategic and operational directions and goals for inpatient Acute Mental Health Services; Outpatient Services; Rehabilitative Services; and wide range of community and integrated clinical services across the lifespan, and associated programs and services, promoting a culture of innovation and collaborative learning across services and providers.
The successful candidate will possess –
Master’s degree in a relevant field.
5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in a health-related field.
Regional and/or provincial experience in health system integration.
Knowledge of Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) and other provincial programs.
Experience in building and sustaining strong working relationships with external stakeholders, including government and health and social service providers, such as hospitals, community mental health organizations, and primary care.
Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive
The Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive will play a vital role in applying Waypoint’s considerable expertise in mental health, addictions, and specialized geriatric services to deliver high quality and safe care, driven by data and evidence, to achieve the best possible health experiences and outcomes. They have overall accountability for providing organizational leadership in the development, implementation, evaluation and improvement of patient care strategies and programs for in-patient forensic programs and the majority of in-patient regional programs (except for the acute mental health program). In addition, this role will have overall accountability for setting the strategic and operational directions and goals for Professional Practice, as a key partner and enabler of clinical services and model of care, advancing practices and culture that positively impact safe, high quality, equitable and person-centred care.
The successful candidate will possess –
Degree in Nursing and current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Master’s degree in a health-related field or business administration.
7-10 years of progressive senior leadership experience in mental health nursing and program operations.
Both of these leaders must make decisions and act in the best interests of the hospital, guided by the mission, vision, and values, strategic directions, CHAC Health Ethics Guide, applicable by-laws and policy framework approved by the board.
To Apply
To express interest in the Vice President, Integrated Health Delivery Systems, Chief Clinical Supports Officer opportunity , please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/vp-integrated-health-delivery-systems-and-chief-clinical-supports-officer-waypoint-centre/ .
To express interest in the Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive opportunity , please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/vp-clinical-services-and-chief-nursing-executive-waypoint-centre/ .
For additional information, contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
May 06, 2025
Full time
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is an academic and teaching health system that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, and comprised of a 315-bed hospital, an academic research institute, and a wide array of community integrated clinical programs, Waypoint serves some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and is the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province. Waypoint’s 1,300+ staff change lives and bring hope by leading the advancement and delivery of excellent and compassionate care for people with mental illness and addictions, as well as to older adults living with complex medical and/or psychiatric conditions. The care they deliver on site, in the community and through partnerships is informed by innovative practices and – importantly – patient voices. Sponsored by the Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario, Waypoint’s patients’ journeys are unique, their recovery supported with compassion, dignity and inclusivity. Waypoint is affiliated with the University of Toronto and has numerous academic partnerships. They are accredited by Accreditation Canada with Exemplary standing.
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a provincially renowned centre of excellence for mental health, addictions, and geriatric care, recognized for the effectiveness of our care, the impact of our research, and our transformative influence on the shape of our healthcare system. As servant leaders, we convene partners, foster coalitions, provide leadership and share expertise to solve complex problems and achieve remarkable healthcare experiences and outcomes together with our community. As a hub for research, innovation and training, we develop a prepared and resilient workforce, and generate evidence that ignites possibilities and creates a brighter future.
A recent retirement on the Executive Team has driven the creation of two new executive positions in alignment with Waypoint’s exciting new 10 year strategy - Vice President, Integrated Health Delivery Systems, Chief Clinical Supports Officer and the Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive.
Vice President, Integrated Health Delivery Systems, Chief Clinical Supports Officer
The Vice President, Integrated Health Delivery Systems and Chief Clinical Supports Officer will be key to the growth and innovation of Waypoint’s specialized services, accountable for developing, implementing, integrating and evaluating system-level initiatives to advance high-quality, equitable, and person-centered mental health, addictions and specialized geriatric care, as well as oversight of clinical support services at Waypoint. This executive will work closely with partners to advance a ‘one system’ approach for effective, timely and well-coordinated care along the continuum, and will oversee enabling functions within and beyond the hospital, including as it relates to the interfaces with primary care, community services, and emergency departments. They have overall accountability for setting the strategic and operational directions and goals for inpatient Acute Mental Health Services; Outpatient Services; Rehabilitative Services; and wide range of community and integrated clinical services across the lifespan, and associated programs and services, promoting a culture of innovation and collaborative learning across services and providers.
The successful candidate will possess –
Master’s degree in a relevant field.
5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in a health-related field.
Regional and/or provincial experience in health system integration.
Knowledge of Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) and other provincial programs.
Experience in building and sustaining strong working relationships with external stakeholders, including government and health and social service providers, such as hospitals, community mental health organizations, and primary care.
Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive
The Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive will play a vital role in applying Waypoint’s considerable expertise in mental health, addictions, and specialized geriatric services to deliver high quality and safe care, driven by data and evidence, to achieve the best possible health experiences and outcomes. They have overall accountability for providing organizational leadership in the development, implementation, evaluation and improvement of patient care strategies and programs for in-patient forensic programs and the majority of in-patient regional programs (except for the acute mental health program). In addition, this role will have overall accountability for setting the strategic and operational directions and goals for Professional Practice, as a key partner and enabler of clinical services and model of care, advancing practices and culture that positively impact safe, high quality, equitable and person-centred care.
The successful candidate will possess –
Degree in Nursing and current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Master’s degree in a health-related field or business administration.
7-10 years of progressive senior leadership experience in mental health nursing and program operations.
Both of these leaders must make decisions and act in the best interests of the hospital, guided by the mission, vision, and values, strategic directions, CHAC Health Ethics Guide, applicable by-laws and policy framework approved by the board.
To Apply
To express interest in the Vice President, Integrated Health Delivery Systems, Chief Clinical Supports Officer opportunity , please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/vp-integrated-health-delivery-systems-and-chief-clinical-supports-officer-waypoint-centre/ .
To express interest in the Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive opportunity , please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/vp-clinical-services-and-chief-nursing-executive-waypoint-centre/ .
For additional information, contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Land acknowledgement:
Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nishin-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands. We acknowledge that Indigenous Peoples were not asked to share their territory with settler populations and that we are all here as uninvited guests. We acknowledge and thank all generations of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island for their commitment, contributions, and protection of the land and its resources.
Who you are:
Values Driven Leader: You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.
Patient-Centered Executive: You are deeply committed to delivering exceptional patient care, ensuring that strategic decisions and operational improvements are always grounded in what’s best for patients and their families.
Transformational Leader: You have a track record of driving innovation and leading complex change while building strong, collaborative partnerships.
Strategic Clinical Expert: You are inspiring and experienced, with a strong foundation in nursing and healthcare systems, you bring the ability to translate clinical excellence into strategic outcomes that improve care quality and patient safety
What We Need:
We are seeking an inspiring nursing leader with a passion for advancing quality, compassion, and innovation in healthcare. You will focus on creating a dynamic, patient-centered, and team-oriented environment where staff, physicians, and volunteers thrive. With your coaching leadership style, strong clinical skills, and business acumen, you will drive evidence-based solutions and enhance the quality of care at Oak Valley Health. As a senior leader, you will model our values, collaborating across the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
Lead efforts to improve quality, service delivery, professional practice, and at Oak Valley Health.
Drive the development of a comprehensive quality improvement approach that engages teams, patients, and families. Support the Quality Committee of the Board in co-designing care improvements. Key areas of focus at this time are academic partnerships, CPOE implementation and addressing clinical risk.
Provide leadership and mentorship to develop clinical teams, supporting their growth through a coaching style.
Oversee clinical education programs, fostering academic partnerships with universities and colleges.
Collaborate with regional hospitals and Ontario Health to advance quality and professional practice.
Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration on quality initiatives and strategic goals.
Integrate Oak Valley Health’s mission, values, and ethics into clinical practice.
Contribute to securing resources and capital projects for the organization.
Support Ontario Health Teams in improving care for priority populations.
Actively contribute to senior leadership and relevant cross-functional forums.
Partner with the Vice President of Clinical Services and Chief and Chief of Staff supporting the Board Quality and Safety Committee.
What you bring to the role:
Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred in Nursing, Health Care Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Active membership with the College of Nurses
10+ years of leadership experience in a complex healthcare environment.
Proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives and understand hospital accreditation processes.
Strong experience in developing multidisciplinary teams, succession planning, and leadership development.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience creating and evaluating performance measures to achieve strategic goals.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with an empathetic approach to patients and teams.
Preferred Requirements
5+ years of leadership experience at the Vice President, Chief Nursing Executive, or Director level.
Experience in leading quality improvement initiatives.
Other Attributes
A caring leader with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to connect with people.
Committed to fostering a culture of quality improvement and collaboration.
Professional, calm under pressure, and adaptable to change.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
Familiarity with provincial and national standards for excellence in care.
Models organizational values of compassion, respect, inclusion, integrity, collaboration, and innovation.
Work Schedule:
Full Time Senior Leadership position
Who we are:
Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).
Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.
Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement
Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with
Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.
We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI B.
May 06, 2025
Full time
Land acknowledgement:
Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nishin-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands. We acknowledge that Indigenous Peoples were not asked to share their territory with settler populations and that we are all here as uninvited guests. We acknowledge and thank all generations of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island for their commitment, contributions, and protection of the land and its resources.
Who you are:
Values Driven Leader: You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.
Patient-Centered Executive: You are deeply committed to delivering exceptional patient care, ensuring that strategic decisions and operational improvements are always grounded in what’s best for patients and their families.
Transformational Leader: You have a track record of driving innovation and leading complex change while building strong, collaborative partnerships.
Strategic Clinical Expert: You are inspiring and experienced, with a strong foundation in nursing and healthcare systems, you bring the ability to translate clinical excellence into strategic outcomes that improve care quality and patient safety
What We Need:
We are seeking an inspiring nursing leader with a passion for advancing quality, compassion, and innovation in healthcare. You will focus on creating a dynamic, patient-centered, and team-oriented environment where staff, physicians, and volunteers thrive. With your coaching leadership style, strong clinical skills, and business acumen, you will drive evidence-based solutions and enhance the quality of care at Oak Valley Health. As a senior leader, you will model our values, collaborating across the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
Lead efforts to improve quality, service delivery, professional practice, and at Oak Valley Health.
Drive the development of a comprehensive quality improvement approach that engages teams, patients, and families. Support the Quality Committee of the Board in co-designing care improvements. Key areas of focus at this time are academic partnerships, CPOE implementation and addressing clinical risk.
Provide leadership and mentorship to develop clinical teams, supporting their growth through a coaching style.
Oversee clinical education programs, fostering academic partnerships with universities and colleges.
Collaborate with regional hospitals and Ontario Health to advance quality and professional practice.
Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration on quality initiatives and strategic goals.
Integrate Oak Valley Health’s mission, values, and ethics into clinical practice.
Contribute to securing resources and capital projects for the organization.
Support Ontario Health Teams in improving care for priority populations.
Actively contribute to senior leadership and relevant cross-functional forums.
Partner with the Vice President of Clinical Services and Chief and Chief of Staff supporting the Board Quality and Safety Committee.
What you bring to the role:
Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred in Nursing, Health Care Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Active membership with the College of Nurses
10+ years of leadership experience in a complex healthcare environment.
Proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives and understand hospital accreditation processes.
Strong experience in developing multidisciplinary teams, succession planning, and leadership development.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience creating and evaluating performance measures to achieve strategic goals.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with an empathetic approach to patients and teams.
Preferred Requirements
5+ years of leadership experience at the Vice President, Chief Nursing Executive, or Director level.
Experience in leading quality improvement initiatives.
Other Attributes
A caring leader with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to connect with people.
Committed to fostering a culture of quality improvement and collaboration.
Professional, calm under pressure, and adaptable to change.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
Familiarity with provincial and national standards for excellence in care.
Models organizational values of compassion, respect, inclusion, integrity, collaboration, and innovation.
Work Schedule:
Full Time Senior Leadership position
Who we are:
Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).
Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.
Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement
Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with
Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.
We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI B.
