Job Description

How to Apply

Submit a complete application package including:

Cover letter Resume Copies of Degrees/Diplomas 2 Employment References (Name, Position, Company, Work email/Work phone)

Overview

Beausoleil First Nation is seeking a skilled and community minded leader to fill the position of Health Director at the Beausoleil Family Health Centre. This role requires a balance of health expertise and strong business/administrative experience to ensure effective, culturally grounded health services for our community.

Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates, with priority for Beausoleil First Nation members.

Key Responsibilities Include

Provide overall leadership, direction, and accountability for all BFN health programs and services. Develop and implement strategic and operational plans aligned with community health priorities. Prepare, manage, and reconcile multiprogram budgets and ensure compliance with all funding agreements and reporting requirements. Supervise, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team of health professionals and staff. Oversee delivery of primary care, public health, home and community care, mental health, and wellness programs. Maintain strong relationships with Chief & Council, government funders, and partner organizations. Promote culturally safe, holistic, and community driven health and wellness initiatives grounded in Anishinaabe values. Ensure compliance with all BFN Personnel, Health & Safety, and Financial Administration policies.

Qualifications

University degree

in

Health Administration, Public Health, Nursing, Business Administration, Public Administration

, or a related field.

Minimum five (5) years

of management experience; demonstrated experience managing and leading a team with human resource skills, cultural safety, and dispute resolution/conflict management knowledge. Demonstrated experience managing budgets, funding agreements, and reporting to funders (e.g., ISC, Health Canada, Ontario Health). Strong understanding of

both

health systems and business operations, including financial oversight, human resources, and compliance. Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams within a community or health setting. Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills. High level of computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, EMR systems such as PS Suites). Valid Driver's Licence, access to a reliable vehicle, and clear CPIC/Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Assets

Registration or certification in a regulated health profession (e.g., RN, RPN, NP, BSW). First Nations Health Managers Certification Experience in strategic planning, accreditation, or quality improvement. Familiarity with Beausoleil First Nation community health needs, programs, and values.
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $82,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Christian Island, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

managing, leading team w HR skills, cultural, dispute resol: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-11-26