Manager, Indigenous Health
4 days ago
**Job Description**:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Director and as part of the Indigenous Health management team, the Manager, Indigenous Health is responsible for all aspects of the planning, organizing and directing the staff and activities within an assigned geographic service delivery area, including representing Island Health when engaging with partner organizations to achieve the shared goal of improving health outcomes for Indigenous people. Provides leadership in the delivery of Indigenous Health services with a focus on coordination and integration along the continuum of care both within Island Health and with the partner organizations. Leads or assists with projects, proposes new initiatives, liaises with other Island Health programs, and assists with engagement, communications and quality improvement activities. Manages the professional and clinical practice of assigned staff, the quality of client focused care, and the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with Island Health s strategic plan and the Indigenous Health plan.
**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and seven (7) years' recent, related experience working in the field of Indigenous Health, including extensive understanding and knowledge of Indigenous Health issues, protocols and health needs, including the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs of the client and community. Current registration / membership in a recognized professional organization.
**Skills And Abilities**:
- A nursing background and Indigenous ancestry is preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and accountabilities.
- Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills, able to foster consensus decision making and to manage conflict with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to work effectively with senior leaders and establish partnerships in a wide variety of health care settings.
- Demonstrated commitment to client focused services and teamwork.
- Demonstrated ability to work with the Indigenous communities to build effective relationships and health services from a community development perspective.
- Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles and techniques in a multi-site health care environment.
- Ability to integrate administrative, professional and operational aspects of local needs with the program perspective and resources of Indigenous Health.
- Ability to develop and nurture an environment where quality, culturally appropriate health care is made available to all Indigenous peoples.
**Job Requirements**:
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