Job Description

The Department of Health and Wellness is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.


The Principal Advisor, Mental Health and Addictions is responsible for developing, coordinating and evaluating strategies that support the health and wellness of Islanders, as aligned with the Department's vision and mandate and the responsibilities of Health PEI for health service delivery. The Principal Advisor will sponsor the development of the associated legislative, regulatory and policy frameworks, and provide strategic council to the Minister, Deputy Minister and the Assistant Deputy Minister for Mental Health and Addictions.


The purpose of this position is to develop, implement, coordinate and evaluate strategies for the mental health and wellbeing of Islanders, which align with the Ministry's vision and mandate.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Providing strategic advice and assistance to the Minister, Deputy Minister and Assistant Deputy Minister on complex policy, program delivery, and legislative issues related to mental health and addictions; Providing leadership and strategic focus to develop and design sustainable models for mental health and addictions care and service delivery; Facilitating and coordinating the review of selected programs/services; providing advice on program performance and evaluation findings, including recommendation for changes to program, services or legislation based on evidence, analysis and current standards; Providing leadership in the development of provincial strategies, policies, legislation, regulatory frameworks; Leading the development and implementation of the Centre for Mental Wellbeing and the Mental Health and Addictions Strategy; Providing provincial leadership to FPT and Atlantic committees related to mental health and addictions service issues; Leading concurrent project teams, ensuring effective consultation and partnerships are across government and with key external stakeholders; Managing transformative provincial planning and strategy development in the area of mental health and addictions, with a focus on improved health outcomes; Developing tools and control processes that measure transformation, maximize value and improve the quality of health care in PEI; Preparing Executive Council Memoranda and departmental submissions including option papers, decision papers and legislative proposals for approval and contributions to Ministerial Briefing Books; Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have a master's degree in public policy or health related field. Extensive experience in a management or leadership position, preferably in the health sector. Demonstrated equivalences will be considered. Considerable experience and understanding of the broader public sector and government business and decision making practices. Experience communicating complex information that is sensitive to senior leaders/stakeholders and have a keen sense of political acuity. Experience with evidence-informed decision making as an approach to health care practice. A good work and attendance record. The successful candidate must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check prior to commencement of employment.

Other Qualifications:

Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.

Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at

www.jobspei.ca

. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.

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