Job Description

Close Date
Jun. 20 2024
Location
Port Hardy Health Centre - Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
Yes
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement
Shift Start Time/End Time
0830-1630
Days Off
Weekend/Stats, Monday, Friday
Vacancy Type
Regular PT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$45.64 - $65.60
Paid FTE
0.63
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
45.00
Planned Start Date
Jun. 24 2024
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)
Yes

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 Manager, Public Health and working collaboratively with Public Health leadership teams, the Leader, Public Health supports health unit operations, develops and evaluates programs and guidelines, and engages with internal and external partners to promote health and wellness. The Leader works directly with multidisciplinary teams as a leader, mentor, facilitator and coach to ensure that clients receive appropriate and excellent services. The Leader is responsible for developing and maintaining strong working relationships with key partners, stakeholders, local agencies and groups in the community to advance the mandates of public health and Island Health.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in a health-related discipline and a minimum of seven years\' health care experience including experience in Public Health and 2 years supervisory/management experience.
Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills with the ability to engage and motivate others as well as support the development of effective teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and nurture an environment where quality improvement principles are embraced and used on a continuous basis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of change management strategies and ability to facilitate change.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability in Public Health.
• Positive problem-solving skills in a dynamic union work environment.
• Strong planning, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead in the areas of program and community development.
• Ability to lead, direct, and develop staff.
• Ability to work independently and with initiative.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Computer proficiency in areas such as client/patient information, electronic documentation and scheduling systems, and office suite software such as E-Mail, Excel & word processing.
• Valid BC Driver's license.

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Additional information for applicants
Additional Clauses
North Vancouver Island: This position may qualify for the following rural and remote incentives: Up to $2,000 in quarterly retention incentives for regular employees in North Vancouver Island (up to $8,000 annually). Up to $1,500 employee referral bonus for candidates you refer that are hired in the North Vancouver Island region. Ask us for details on these exciting new incentives! For more information on working and living in North Vancouver Island, please visit: https://www.islandhealth.ca/careers/north-vancouver-island. 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