Job Description

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At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.
What Ontario Health offers:

Achieving your career goals is a priority to us. Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type:Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day a health care spending or wellness spending account a premium defined benefit pension plan three personal days and two float days annually three weeks' vacation to start (for individual contributors), increasing to four weeks after two years career development opportunities a collaborative values-based team culture a wellness program a hybrid working model participation in Communities of Inclusion

Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.
The Provincial Palliative Care Program, part of Ontario Health's Primary and Community Based Care Portfolio, collaborates with regional partners to implement strategic priorities for palliative care across Ontario. Established alongside the Ontario Palliative Care Network in 2016, the program develops clinical guidance, informs policy, supports health system planning and measurement, and fosters collaboration with clinical experts and stakeholders. The Specialist role supports project planning, research, and quality improvement activities, emphasizing equity, development of frameworks, and communication to advance provincial palliative care initiatives efficiently.
Here is what you will be doing:Applying an equity lens to develop materials and approaches. Implementing and advising on frameworks, methodologies, and standards. Collaborating with clinical experts and stakeholders to advance provincial priorities. Developing various products for internal and external communications, business reporting, and decision-making. Building and maintaining relationships within Ontario Health to achieve project goals. Supporting managers and clinical leadership in developing and maintaining work plans, ensuring timely completion of deliverables, and escalating project risks as needed.

Here is what you will need to be successful
Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Health Science, Health Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, Health Informatics or related discipline, or equivalent education/experience. Master's Degree in one of the above disciplines is an asset. Minimum three years of overall working experience, with a minimum of two years recent experience working within the healthcare sector Experience with palliative care focused projects is an asset. Certification and/or knowledge/skills in change management, quality improvement, implementation science, knowledge translation is an asset Experience with community health organizations or long-term care homes is an asset.

Knowledge and SkillsA commitment to developing a coordinated and standardized approach for delivering palliative care services for all people in Ontario, regardless of their age or illness. An understanding of Ontario's health care system and key provincial priorities for palliative care and broader health system improvement, with knowledge about health care delivery and especially in primary care, homecare and long term care. Expertise in using data from qualitative and quantitative analyses and other sources to advance Quality Improvement including supporting completion of literature reviews, jurisdictional scans and other data gathering/collection activities Experience in analyzing, synthesizing and summarizing information into summaries, reports, briefs, business cases and other documents. Solid communication skills, both oral and written. Internally, communicate with colleagues throughout the organization to discuss information and problems related to program implementation. Externally, communicate directly with various stakeholders together with managers and/or director when required. Awareness and understanding of Quality Improvement and project management principles and approaches. Very good attention to detail with good organization and time management skills. Supports the advancement of equity, inclusion, and diversity across Ontario's health care system. Supportive in engaging with First Nations, Indigenous, Metis and urban Indigenous people as they self-determine their own approach to palliative care.

Location:
Toronto, Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change)
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Employment Type:
Temporary + (Fixed Term) Full time
Contract Length:
13 Month(s)
Salary Band:
Band 4
External Application Deadline Date:
August 6, 2025
All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.
Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Metis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities.
Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.