Job Description

About Radius Community Health & Healing (formerly Boyle McCauley Health Centre)


Radius Community Health & Healing provides interdisciplinary, team based, integrated, comprehensive, and person-centered primary health care for vulnerable Edmontonians with complex needs. Through primary care and health promotion, Radius Community Health & Healing improves the quality of life and well-being of populations and individuals who face multiple barriers to accessing health services. Radius achieves this by providing the highest standard of evidence-informed and client focused inter- professional care. We collaborate with our clients to address the broad determinants of health.


Within Radius Community Health & Healing, the SCS (Supervised Consumption Service) is part of a range of evidence-based services that support prevention, harm reduction and treatment for Albertans living with substance use. The SCS provides a place where people can use drugs in a monitored, hygienic environment to reduce harm from substance use while offering wrap-around services such as counselling, social work and referrals to housing and treatment (e.g., opioid-dependency treatment, detox) and works collaboratively with the rest of Radius to provide individualized services to meet service user's needs.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, and working alongside Radius' Medical Director and Clinic Manager, the SCS Team Lead will manage the Radius Safe Consumption Site as well as related off-site programs. The SCS Team Lead oversees a dynamic team-based health care system of licensed practical nurses, medical office assistants, health advocates, psychologists, outreach workers, nurse practitioners, physicians, and others. The SCS Team Lead supports the mission and values of Radius Community Health & Healing and provides leadership and mentorship to the entire team on delivering compassionate, non- judgmental, and trauma-informed care.


This position is temporary, to cover a Mat leave for an estimated 12-18 months.

Key Responsibilities

Lead an interdisciplinary team to provide health and social supports within a Community Health organization. Demonstrate a commitment to best practice and evidence-based care Oversee day-to-day operations of the SCS and related offsite programs, which includes: + Patient relations
+ Staff hiring, training, scheduling, employee relations, performance management, and other human resource related functions
+ Inventory and supply management
+ Compliance to IP&C and OH&S standards
Operations and planning of programs and services in compliance with Provincial and Federal Legislation and requirements Collaborate with stakeholders and partners to represent Radius Community Health & Healing in relevant settings Support collection and reporting of clinic-based data as required Contribute to program planning and evaluation Mentor and coach team members to improve skills, capacity, and leadership ability Oversee the performance and job duties of a diverse set of healthcare professionals. Other duties as necessary or assigned to ensure efficient and effective site operations. Ensure program specific Policies and Procedures are up to date and in compliance with Provincial and Federal Legislation and requirements Engage with community residents, business owners and organizations related to the services of the SCS

Qualifications

Degree in a health profession, preferably nursing Current registration in respective profession (e.g., CARNA) Current CPR Mandatory vulnerable sector check and suitable criminal record check 5 years relevant experience in a community health centre or primary care clinic. Experience with marginalized populations (e.g., homeless serving sector, social service agencies) Minimum 2 years experience with management and people leadership Non-violent Crisis Intervention training is an asset

Knowledge/Skills

Able to balance numerous demands and conflicting priorities, strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work co-operatively within a multidisciplinary team Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding for those with addictions and behavioral disorders Strong computer proficiency, experience with MedAccess EMR an asset Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to operate with a trauma-informed approach Excellent understanding of cultural awareness an asset Ability to apply principles of Harm Reduction

Benefits


At Radius, we're committed to enhancing our employees' well-being with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both personal and professional growth. Radius offers:

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP): All employees have access to confidential counseling and access to a wide range of resources for personal and professional challenges. Our EAP is here to support your overall well-being. Benefits available to all permanent, full-time employees after a defined waiting period: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits: Premiums are fully covered by Radius Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Critical Illness Coverage: Mandatory enrollment, employees are responsible to pay premiums. Lifestyle Spending Account: Wide variety of options available to spend an annual allowance Group Retirement Savings Plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Radius Community Health and Healing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and valued. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.

Land Acknowledgement

Radius respectfully acknowledge that we are located within Treaty 6 territory, and Metis Nation of Alberta Region 4. We acknowledge this land as the traditional home for many Indigenous Peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Metis, Nakota Sioux, Dene, Saulteaux, Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose history, languages, and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community.