Innovation Specialist

3 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada The Brenda Strafford Foundation Full time

**Who we are**:
The Brenda Strafford Foundation (BSF) is dedicated to our mission to optimize well-being and enrich people’s lives through a comprehensive and diverse range of services including: Aging Care & Senior Living; Community Supports; International Healthcare; and Research & Innovation. Putting people first is a way of life at BSF. It’s in our values. And it’s fundamental to the way we do things - ‘The BSF Way.’ By realizing the individual needs of our residents, clients, and families, we all play a role and make a difference in the preservation of dignity and the pursuit of happiness for those we serve.

Locally, BSF owns and operates five continuing care sites in Calgary and Okotoks. A team of approximately 1,500 employees provide exceptional person-centered care and services with a focus on prioritizing quality of life and high-quality care to more than 1,000 older adults and their families within our Aging Care and Seniors Living communities.

BSF also plays a crucial role in the prevention of domestic violence and homelessness through local community support programs. BSF’s Heart Home Network operates a second stage (post-emergency) shelter in Calgary providing a safe housing environment and essential services to support women and children at risk of family violence to transition back into the community.

The Dr. Barrie Strafford Centre for Learning, Innovation & Quality was established by The Brenda Strafford Foundation in support of our mission to be an innovative force in optimizing wellbeing and enriching lives. We form strategic partnerships with entrepreneurial innovators to co-create solutions that shape the future of work, aging, and community supports.

**Job Purpose**:
As the Innovation Specialist, you will be at the forefront of driving innovation across all aspects of BSF's operations. Your role will involve spearheading the development and implementation of groundbreaking solutions to improve the operational efficiency, and overall organizational effectiveness, impacting the lives of the people we serve. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders and lead projects from ideation to execution, ensuring successful integration and adoption of innovative practices.

**Key responsibilities of the Innovation Specialist**:

- Lead the ideation, development, testing, and scaling of innovative projects and solutions.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to integrate innovations effectively, empowering frontline staff to drive impact.
- Manage complex projects, including interdisciplinary teams, budgets, and timelines, to achieve successful outcomes.
- Conduct market research and literature reviews to identify emerging technologies and trends for accelerating BSF's services and solutions.
- Provide advice on innovation matters and initiatives at committee meetings.
- Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of key strategic initiatives.
- Facilitate training and support for staff on new technologies and innovative practices.
- Analyze data to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in patient care and organizational processes.
- Foster relationships and networks with universities, funders, partners, and innovators.
- Develop and maintain an inventory of current and future projects and innovations.

Our team members not only have the right skills and knowledge for the job; they are also passionate about the mission, vision, and values of The Foundation. We expect all our team members to:

- Embrace the culture of Resident and Family Centered Care.
- Take pride in providing the highest standard of care, service, and safety.
- Ability to collaborate with residents, families, and team members.
- Act with compassion, empathy and understanding towards each other and those we care for.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Strong research and creativity skills.
- Exceptional prioritization and project management abilities.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Experience in scaling projects and solutions.
- Knowledge of design thinking and innovation methodologies is an asset.

**Working Conditions**:

- Full-time position (40 hours per week).
- Flexible schedule may be required.

**Physical Requirements**:

- Office environment with occasional movement.
- Computer work may involve ergonomic concerns.
- Repetitive activities/motions may occur.

**The Brenda Strafford Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.**

**Salary**: From $70,000.00 per year

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Calgary, AB T3B 0K7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

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