Acting Vice President

6 months ago


Barrie, Canada SIMCOE MUSKOKA DISTRICT HEALTH UNIT Full time

Open communication and the healthy exchange of ideas inspire an innovative workplace culture at the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. As an award-winning* organization committed to service delivery excellence, we know that people are our most valuable asset.

Are you a dynamic, results oriented individual looking to join an organization committed to service delivery excellence? Then we would like to hear from you. As an employee at the health unit you will be treated fairly and with dignity and respect. The health unit provides a positive work environment where you are engaged, can freely exchange ideas, communicate openly, be innovative and are encouraged to practice work-life balance.

At the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, we are champions of health for all. Our staff works with individuals and families, agencies and communities in Simcoe Muskoka to promote and protect health, and to prevent disease and injury.

The health unit is governed by the Board of Health and is funded municipally and provincially. Guided by our strategic plan and our core values, we work with you toward achieving an important vision - to see the people who live, work and play in Simcoe Muskoka leading healthy, fulfilling and productive lives.

Public health activities are also guided by the Ontario Public Health Standards.

**Purpose of Position**:
The Acting Vice-President (VP) Clinical Services will report to the CEO/MOH and is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership, management and overall performance of the Clinical Service Department in accordance with the Health Unit's mission and strategic plan. The Acting VP is responsible for the management, direction, planning, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation of department programs, congruent with professional standards, labour relations requirements, relevant legislation including the Health Protection and Promotion Act, prescribed Regulations and the Ontario Public Health Standards for the following programs: Oral Health, Infectious Disease, Vision Screening, Sexual Health and Immunization. The Acting VP participates as a member of the Executive Committee in the formulation and implementation of policy and strategic priorities for the Health Unit; represents the Health Unit with peers and community groups, agencies, institutions, and professional bodies: and assumes a leadership role in emergency response.

**Responsibilities**:
**Specific knowledge, skills, abilities**:

- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and skills in public health administration, human resource management, financial management, leadership ability and evidence of initiatives contributing to the development of public health.
- Thorough knowledge of theories and principles of public health, including epidemiology, community health planning, health promotion and education and program evaluation
- Specialized knowledge in the areas within the department including Immunization, Infectious Diseases, Sexual Health, Vision Screening, Oral Health including both the child screening and preventative programs as well as publicly funded dental services for children, adults and seniors.
- Knowledge of relevant Federal and Provincial legislation, municipal by-laws
- Knowledge of professional standards of practice for all public health disciplines represented in the department.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, negotiation and public relations skills.
- Leadership skills necessary to develop inter-departmental programming and plans.
- Proven leadership, team building and human relations skills in order to direct, develop, motivate and support multidisciplinary staff.
- Ability to prepare and supervise the preparation of reports and letters on behalf of the Medical Officer of Health and the Board of Health. Write and supervise the drafting of reports, policy and procedure manuals, proposals, support for projects, memos, letters and other documents, for release to staff, community groups and individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to present issues, discuss, consider and recommend services and agency priorities in light of the political environment and resource constraints within Executive Committee and with the Board of Health.
- Ability to oversee extensive literature reviews, monitor legislation, news media and journals and make personal enquiries on many diverse topics to obtain current information.
- Priority setting ability that considers a wide range of variables within a dynamic situation
- Is knowledgeable and skilled in the direction of program development strategies including the following: risk assessment and management, enforcement, research and development, policy development and advocacy, social marketing, community development, screening, assessment and counselling, health education, support groups and collaborative programs with multiple community partners.
- Possess a valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle or the ability to travel in a timely and efficient manner to locations within



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