Strategic Advisor, Palliative Care

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Ontario Health Full time

Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.

The Strategic Advisor develops, manages and executes initiatives, they act as an advisor to the program and may lead / oversee projects. The Strategic Advisor will be consulted for their expertise, advice, or help with respect to their expertise in palliative care service delivery, in particular within home and community care settings. The Strategic Advisor will be accountable for providing advice and expertise related to key specific portfolio outcomes and specific complex initiatives and integrated activities.

Key areas of responsibility include:

- Meaningful contributions to team strategic planning
- Engagement internally and externally with organizations and associations

Here is what you will be doing:
Overall:
- Provides input on the overall palliative care strategic plan, with a focus on integrating knowledge dissemination and evaluation into the OPCN’s relevant activities- Works with the program manager, project leads and/or Director to define operational objectives and oversee day-to day activities where required

Analysis:
- Develops frameworks, methodologies, standards, plans, metrics and/or tools- Consults with business leaders and provides authoritative advice- Leads and develops initiatives, whether for operations, projects, or research- Conducts presentations

Coordination/Collaboration:
- Proactively engages with stakeholders to understand and anticipate their needs for information, using surveys and key informant interviews; develops and fosters partnerships with organizations and client groups to ensure the relevance and quality of our knowledge products- Works with other OH departments to enable new, innovative modes of information dissemination, such as online forums, blogs, podcasts, social media, and infographics for the surveillance and surveillance research produced by the department- Deploys resources to ensure successful delivery of projects; recruits and informally supervises students

Relationship Management:
- Develops relationships with colleagues within the team, across the organization, and externally to understand best practices, issues, and research needs; share information; and provide assistance in understanding methodologies and results- Demonstrates leadership and integrity in interactions with internal and external stakeholders- Collaborates with internal colleagues to ensure quality standards and other quality products are delivered on-time and on budget- Builds relationships with industry colleagues to remain current on best practices, issues, and trends- Mentor and coach junior team members to grow capabilities and expertise.

Here is what you will need to be successful:
Education and Experience- Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, health sciences, or other applied health-related discipline- 3-5 years of work experience in the practice of public health, implementing healthcare projects and/or clinical experience

Knowledge and Skills- Expert level knowledge of palliative care system, and service delivery, especially in home and community.- Sound knowledge of Ontario’s public health sector, its professional groups and organizations.- Demonstrated ability to appraise evidence to evaluate its quality, importance, and applicability- Judgment, planning and organizational skills to ensure that research, analysis and information needs and requirements are established and met, with priorities and deadlines being observed in support of the achievement of overall program goals.- Advisory and communication skills to collaborate with a broad range of contacts, to deliver analytical reports and to provide expert input at committee meetings- Strong written communication skills to prepare information analysis reports and lead presentations.- Project planning and management. Adept at balancing concurrent tasks and projects and work effectively in a dynamic work environment.- Critical thinking.- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgment in setting priorities, identify issues and determine action required.- Proficiency in MS Office Suite in particular Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel- Ability to work collaboratively to determine work objectives as well as in self-directed manner as defined within the overall context of the project plan.

Employment Type: Temporary part time Until March 31 2023

Paygrade and Zone: 6A

All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.

Internal Application Deadline Date: January 12 2023

Note: As part of the initial recruitment screening process, applicants must confirm that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If applicants are not fully vaccinated, they will be asked to identify any accommodation needs pursuant to a protected ground under the Code. If no such accommodation is identified, the applicant will not be eligible to proceed through the recruitment process.

  • Registered Nurse Palliative Care

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    Registered Nurse Palliative Care (Job ID: 4583)The RN works within a changing environment and in inter-professional teams to advocate for and promote wellness while ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and ethical nursing care. The RN shares his/her knowledge and expertise with others and contributes to the advancement of nursing practice excellence. The...

  • Registered Nurse Palliative Care

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    Registered Nurse Palliative Care (Job ID: 4584)The RN works within a changing environment and in inter-professional teams to advocate for and promote wellness while ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and ethical nursing care. The RN shares his/her knowledge and expertise with others and contributes to the advancement of nursing practice excellence. The...

  • Registered Nurse Palliative Care

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    Registered Nurse Palliative Care (Job ID: 4584)The RN works within a changing environment and in inter-professional teams to advocate for and promote wellness while ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and ethical nursing care. The RN shares his/her knowledge and expertise with others and contributes to the advancement of nursing practice excellence. The...

  • Registered Nurse Palliative Care

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    Registered Nurse Palliative Care (Job ID: 4583)The RN works within a changing environment and in inter-professional teams to advocate for and promote wellness while ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and ethical nursing care. The RN shares his/her knowledge and expertise with others and contributes to the advancement of nursing practice excellence. The...

  • Registered Nurse, Palliative Care

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full time

    Provide patient-focused, safe, holistic nursing care and work collaboratively with other members of our specialized palliative care teamEnsure that nursing care provided to our patients is based on current and best practices to achieve successful outcomesContinually assess, anticipate, identify and respond to new and changing needs of our patientsTravel...

  • Registered Nurse, Palliative Care

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full time

    Provide patient-focused, safe, holistic nursing care and work collaboratively with other members of our specialized palliative care teamEnsure that nursing care provided to our patients is based on current and best practices to achieve successful outcomesContinually assess, anticipate, identify and respond to new and changing needs of our patientsTravel...

  • Registered Nurse, Palliative Care

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full time

    Company Description Spectrum Health Care is hiring Full Time   Registered Nurses (RN) who specialize in palliative care  in  Toronto including Downtown, North Toronto and East York .  Spectrum Health Care is a leader in the home health care industry and we want you to join our team of Nurses with our Primary Care Model. Our Primary Care Model...

  • Registered Nurse, Palliative Care

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, ON, Canada Spectrum Health Care Inc Full time

    We are offering a $5000 signing bonus to Registered Nurses working a full time case load.Spectrum Health Care is hiring Full Time Registered Nurses (RN) who specialize in palliative care in Toronto including Downtown, North Toronto and East York . Spectrum Health Care is a leader in the home health care industry and we want you to join our team...

  • Lead, Indigenous Palliative Care

    6 days ago

    Toronto, ON, Canada Ontario Health Full time

    R106532 Lead, Indigenous Palliative Care 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...

  • Lead, Indigenous Palliative Care

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Ontario Health Full time

    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...

  • Sanitaire et social

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, ON, Canada Hospice Palliative Care Ontario Full time

    It is estimated that the number of individuals worldwide affected by dementia will reach 152 million by 2050. With an increase in the number of people living with dementia globally, palliative care and end-of-life care are becoming increasingly important in dementia care. Patient-reported outcome measures in children, adolescents, and young adults with...

  • Clinical Coach

    3 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Inner City Health Associates Full time

    **Background**: **Job Details**: **Program**:Clinical Leadership **Position Type**: Full time, Contract (Contract end date March 31, 2026) **Hours**:9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 37.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday **Location**: Hybrid **Role Description**: In partnership with St Michaels Hospital, Unity Health Toronto and the Downtown East Ontario Health Team, the...

  • Palliative Care Coach

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Sinai Health Full time

    Job Description This is a Temporary Full Time role for months The Palliative Care Coach (Clinical) is a key role in a newly forming team that will be responsible for working with community organizations to advance high quality and interprofessional palliative care delivery in Toronto region. In alignment with provincial direction established by...

  • Patient Care Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada Scarborough Health Network Full time

    Company Biography: Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada′s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America′s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac...

  • Patient Care Coordinator- CEN Palliative Care

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Scarborough Health Network Full time

    Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre...

  • Senior Clinical Program Director, Rehabilitation

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Unity Health Toronto Providence HealthCare Full time

    As an integral member of the Hospital leadership and patient care teams, the Senior Clinical Program Director (SCPD) works in partnership with the program medical directors in providing exemplary leadership and strategic guidance to the Rehabilitation and Palliative Program. The primary responsibility of the SCPD is to ensure excellence in the provision of...

  • Registered Nurse Palliative Care

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada St Michael's hospital Full time

    Registered Nurse Palliative Care (Job ID: 4372)Duration: 1 yearThe RN works within a changing environment and in inter-professional teams to advocate for and promote wellness while ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and ethical nursing care. The RN shares his/her knowledge and expertise with others and contributes to the advancement of nursing practice...

  • Registered Practical Nurse Palliative Care Unit

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada St Michael's hospital Full time

    Registered Practical Nurse Palliative Care Unit (Job ID: 4374)Duration: Temporary until June 2025The St. Joseph's Health Centre site of Unity Health Toronto is opening up a state of the art Palliative Care Unit. This 10 bed unit will support patients with a palliative care diagnosis who require pain and symptom management and end of life care in a tranquil...

  • Registered Practical Nurse

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Baycrest Full time

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Plans for, delivers and evaluates nursing interventions, including medications, as well as treatments which fall within the RPN’s scope of practice Provides client-centred care within interdisciplinary care team to meet the personal care, activation,...

  • Patient Care Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Toronto Grace Health Care Centre Full time

    **TORONTO GRACE HEALTH CENTRE** **Join our Team!** **We are actively recruiting for a Patient Care Manager for the Palliative Care Unit and Allied Health Team** The Salvation Army Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) is a mission of The Salvation Army that provides specialized and integrated care and services to individuals with multifaceted chronic or...