Job Description

Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary
This position reports to the Regional Director of Primary Health Care and Chronic Disease Prevention and Management and is accountable for the provision of efficient, effective and quality Primary Health Care and Chronic Disease Prevention and Management services within the defined geographic area of St. John\'s and the surrounding area of Eastern Health.

In accordance with Eastern Health\'s vision and values and the Department of Health and Community Services Health Home Model of Team-Based Care, the Regional Primary Health Care Manager - Collaborative Team Clinic, is responsible for effective leadership, resource management, program operational planning, quality, access systems, and service delivery; client/community relationships; and quality improvement, evaluation, and risk management of Primary Care services to support patients and providers in the Collaborative Team Clinic. The Regional Manager works as a team member with internal and external stakeholders and supportive programs in addition to cross-sector health teams, providers, and other partners/agencies in a client and family-centered approach.

The Manager coordinates a systematic, standardized Primary Health Care approach in Eastern Health Primary Health Care collaborative team clinic sites and primary health care networks using the five principles of Primary Health Care which include access, continuity, person-focused, collaborative and team-based and engaged communities thereby improving quality of care in an effective, efficient and equitable manner.

The manager provides direct supervisory, administrative and operational direction to front line staff of the Primary Health Care and Chronic Disease Prevention and Management program. The manager will also provide leadership and facilitation of interdisciplinary team development, inter-sectoral collaboration, change management processes and community-capacity building. The incumbent will maintain strong working relationships with Eastern Health departments and programs, other service providers and the community.

Job Qualifications
Education
Bachelor\'s degree in a health-related discipline is required.
Master\'s degree is preferred.

Experience
Minimum of five (5) years\' experience within the last seven (7) working in Acute, Long-Term Care or Community Care is required.
Considerable experience in a leadership role within Acute, Long-Term Care or Community Care is required.
Experience in leading collaborative teams is preferred.
Experience in stakeholder and community engagement is preferred.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills.
Demonstrated exceptional oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated strong analytical, facilitation and negotiation skills together with sound judgment, diplomacy
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain respectful working relationships with clients/patients/residents, staff, families, and the community.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in organizational management, client centered care and working with communities
Demonstrated knowledge of the Health Home Model of Team-Based Care and the principles of Primary Health Care.
Demonstrated strong leadership skills and the ability to Lead Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results and contribute to Systems Transformation.
Demonstrated strong collaboration skills and the ability to Develop Coalitions and effectively engage stakeholders and community partners.

Other
A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Driver\'s License and the use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment.
Current and continuing registration with relevant professional association and/or licensing body is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Please submit your resume/cover letter, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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