Department: Mental Health and Addictions Services The Clinical Manager reports to the Director, Mental Health and supports the Mental Health & Addictions Services portfolio. The Manager is responsible for the overall management and day-to-day operations of the regional mental health program at Kirkwood Place (Oak Lodge and Nickel Lodge), and Wordplay Jeux de mots. The Manager provides organizational and system leadership for the overall coordination and program development for these services.
QUALIFICATIONSCertification/Experience/Knowledge:- Minimum four (4) year Bachelor's Degree with a specialization within a health-related field from and accredited university
- Master's degree in business or a health-related discipline is and asset
- Current certificate of registration in good standing with an applicable regulatory college is required
- Minimum of five (5) years' experience working as a health professional in a health care environment
- Minimum of two (2) years' working in a leadership/supervisory role, preferably in a health care environment
Skills/Abilities- Demonstrated excellence in clinical-reasoning, critical thinking skills, assessment, documentation, intervention and care planning skills
- Superior leadership, communication, team building and creative problem-solving skills
- Excellent human resource management skills including recruitment, retention and motivation of staff
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and competencies in working with patients and care partners from diverse backgrounds
- Excellent budgeting and financial management skills
- Experience with change management and innovation
- Proficient computer skills particularly with Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, Outlook) and patient information systems
- Knowledge of human resources/labour relations practices, relevant government legislation (e.g. Mental Health Act, and principles of management
- Understanding of multiple regulated health professions and associated Acts
- Familiarity with collective agreements, scheduling
- Demonstrated time management, prioritization and organizational skills
- Able to utilize a trauma informed approach in all interactions
- Must demonstrate good attendance
- Demonstrated ability to support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events and promotion of quality in our organization
- Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is an asset.
