Director, Indigenous Health

4 weeks ago


Campbell River, Canada Island Health Full time

Director, Indigenous Health Join to apply for the Director, Indigenous Health role at Island Health. Job Description In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and the strategic direction of Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority. The role requires continuous improvement of quality and safety across all aspects. Island Health has committed to reconciliation through culturally safe care and workplaces. Reporting to the Executive Director, Indigenous Health and working with the medical directors, the Director provides leadership and strategic direction for programs and services to improve the health status of Indigenous people. The Director leads operational management for an assigned geographical area and additional programs, promotes patient‑centered care, staff motivation, and best practices to meet outcomes in the Strategic Plan and various agreements with self‑governing Nations. The Director establishes the framework and infrastructure for program delivery, manages resources, anticipates future service changes, and collaborates with Indigenous communities to maintain respectful relations. Qualifications Education, Training and Experience Master's degree in a health‑related field or MBA. Minimum seven (7) years of senior management experience in health care/program management. Skills and Abilities Sound working knowledge of planning concepts related to budgetary, staffing, quality and strategic initiatives. Demonstrated ability to lead change and build/support management teams. High‑level communication skills, organizational, planning and interpersonal skills. Strong relational practice skills and experience working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples. Expertise in facilitating consultation and community development processes. Ability to work with Indigenous and non‑Indigenous cultural milieus. Ability to adapt to rapid and changing environments and act with initiative. Professional interaction with various levels of personnel. Demonstrated clinical competence and understanding of service delivery in urban, rural and remote contexts. In‑depth understanding of health services and operations. In‑depth understanding of unique needs of rural and remote communities and social determinants of health. Understanding of UNDRIP, Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action, and other relevant reports, legislation, agreements, cultural safety, humility, and anti‑racism approaches. Physical ability to carry out duties of the position. Indigenous ancestry preferred. LEADS in a Caring Environment Framework: https://www.leadscanada.net/site/framework Link to full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD4651.pdf #J-18808-Ljbffr



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