Manager, Indigenous Health

Job title: Manager, Indigenous Health

Job description: Close Date

Nov. 24 2023

Location

Royal Jubilee Hospital – Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0830/1630

Days Off

Weekend/Stats

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$52.79 – $75.88

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Dec. 12 2023

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Director and as part of the Indigenous Health management team, the Manager, Indigenous Health is responsible for all aspects of the planning, organizing and directing the staff and activities within an assigned geographic service delivery area, including representing Island Health when engaging with partner organizations to achieve the shared goal of improving health outcomes for Indigenous people. Provides leadership in the delivery of Indigenous Health services with a focus on coordination and integration along the continuum of care both within Island Health and with the partner organizations. Leads or assists with projects, proposes new initiatives, liaises with other Island Health programs, and assists with engagement, communications and quality improvement activities. Manages the professional and clinical practice of assigned staff, the quality of client focused care, and the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with Island Health s strategic plan and the Indigenous Health plan.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and seven (7) years’ recent, related experience working in the field of Indigenous Health, including extensive understanding and knowledge of Indigenous Health issues, protocols and health needs, including the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs of the client and community. Current registration / membership in a recognized professional organization.

Skills And Abilities

• Basic computer literacy with word processing, email applications, spreadsheets and/or database programs.
• A nursing background and Indigenous ancestry is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and accountabilities.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills, able to foster consensus decision making and to manage conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work effectively with senior leaders and establish partnerships in a wide variety of health care settings.
• Demonstrated commitment to client focused services and teamwork.
• Demonstrated ability to work with the Indigenous communities to build effective relationships and health services from a community development perspective.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles and techniques in a multi-site health care environment.
• Ability to integrate administrative, professional and operational aspects of local needs with the program perspective and resources of Indigenous Health.
• Ability to develop and nurture an environment where quality, culturally appropriate health care is made available to all Indigenous peoples.

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Additional information for applicants

Preference will be given to those who identify as Indigenous.

Additional Clauses

Vaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.

Requisition CA

Non Contract

Affiliation/Union

Non-Contract Management

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