Job Description

Position Number:

211432-67

Position Available:

Manager, Mental Health & Addictions Program

Status:

Regular Full-Time

Department:

Mental Health

Union:

Non Union

Shifts:

Days

Rate of Pay:

$62.89/hr - $78.60/hr

Posting Date:

May 20, 2025

Closing Date:

June 3, 2025

Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on May 27, 2025.

About Joseph Brant Hospital:

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara's Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.



JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital's core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.



JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Joseph Brant Hospital is currently seeking a dynamic Manager for the Mental Health & Addictions Program. Reporting to the Director, Mental Health & Addictions, Maternal Child and Interprofessional Practice. The successful individual will be accountable for the delivery of Mental Health & Addictions Services positive patient experience, people management, risk management and safety and the provision of high quality care. The role is ideally suited to an individual with strong mental health & addictions clinical knowledge, leadership skills and experience in implementing progressive and sustainable practices that promote evidence based/best mental health & additions professional practice excellence.



As JBH prepares to embark upon a Health Information System transformation and a Mental Health & Addictions Program Redevelopment, this role will be integral in propelling mental health & addiction practice forward. The Manager is accountable for the day-to-day operations of the Mental Health &Addictions Program Services, which include the acute inpatient unit, outpatient services and the Psychiatric Emergency Services Unit. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with the programs Director, Chief Department of Psychiatry, Professional Practice Educator and internal and external partners to create an environment of innovation and excellence in person and family-centered care across the programs distinct services. The successful individual will be responsible for establishing and nurturing high performing relationships across the organization, building collaborative partnerships and serving as a leader and change agent in operationalizing strategies that support mental health & addictions professional practice and the delivery of safe, high quality interprofessional care, which align with Joseph Brant Hospital's vision and strategic directions.

Responsibilities:

Joseph Brant Hospital is seeking a motivated, transformational leader for the role of Manager Mental Health & Addictions Program. In this role you will be responsible for:


The management, operations and organizational effectiveness of the organizations Mental Health & Addictions Services, including managing all aspects of human and financial resources. Working collaboratively with the Program Director, Chief, Clinical unit/department Leaders and other key interprofessional stakeholders to address operational issues that impact the delivery of mental health & addictions services and the efficient use of resources. Coordinating the standard work of staff within and across JBH's Mental Health & Addictions services. Quality & utilization measurement, monitoring and feedback to ensure the Mental Health & Addictions Services team provides effective, efficient and safe service provision in compliance with accepted professional practice requirements in accordance with standards, policies and procedures of the hospital and all regulating bodies. Using leadership and clinical knowledge and skills to role model and positively impact person and family centred philosophy/approaches and promote the delivery of safe, effective and high quality care. Facilitating staff development, and maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the Mental Health & Addictions team resources through the planning and coordination of human and material resources. Supporting staff in problem solving and decision making by ensuring administrative policies and procedures are followed. Facilitating the use of feedback strategies to maintain and improve performance of team members. Fostering effective employee and labour relations through knowledgeable interpretation and implementation of hospital policies and collective agreements. Leading the development and achievement of Mental Health & Addictions services annual program goals and quality improvement plans based on program and corporate strategic plans, while actively engaging the inter-professional team in implementing creative solutions. Utilizing exceptional decision-making, mediating, problem solving and change agent skills to effectively manage the Mental Health & Addictions Services team. Utilizing data knowledge, organizational, time management, and communication skills to manage competing priorities and provide effective leadership to the staff. Providing leadership in the development of new initiatives by creating an environment that encourages creativity, innovation, adherence to best practice and critical thinking. Demonstrating a commitment to person and family-centered care, evidence-based practice, and quality of staff work life consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the Hospital. Participating in after hours Manager-on-call duties for the organization.

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Nursing required. Current Registration in good standing with the College of Nurse's of Ontario required. Master's Degree required or in progress. Minimum 5 to 7 years recent and relevant experience in progressively more responsible formal leadership/management roles, preferably in a community teaching hospital. Minimum of 5 or more year's recent and related clinical experience within Mental Health & Addictions Services within the acute healthcare setting. Evidence of strong clinical and leadership knowledge and decision making. Evidence of, knowledge of, and experience with, Quality and CQI methodology, the use and interpretation of metrics, and change management and lean methodology an asset. Ability to provide support and leadership to advance evidence based inter-professional person and family-centered care. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interprofessional team. Demonstrated experience in monitoring and managing a clinical budget, financial reporting and analysis. Skilled in staffing, scheduling and optimization.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.


Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at careers@josephbranthospital.ca or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.


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