Advisor, Information Access

6 days ago

Vancouver, Canada PHSA Full time

**Advisor, Information Access**

Inforrmation Access and Privacy

Vancouver, BC

In accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Advisor, Information Access manages Freedom of Information (FOI) requests for the Provincial Health Services Authority. The Advisor recommends information access policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with the legislation and participates in the development and delivery of information access education and awareness initiatives for staff and clients.

**What you’ll do**
- Participates in the development of policies and procedures related to the processing of freedom of information requests. Reviews existing policies and establishes guidelines to ensure consistent policy development. Develops entries for the policy manual by analyzing previous case files, legal opinions, Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner mediation files, Information and Privacy Commissioner Orders, Chief Records Officer directives and judicial reviews.
- Provides direction to PHSA program areas, services, and staff regarding procedures for routine disclosure, retention, and destruction of information.
- Develops and delivers education and training programs and leads awareness initiatives to educate/train staff, clients, and external customers on the requirements of legislation_._ Participates in the development and delivery of a corporate-wide information access and privacy education and training program in conjunction with the Information Access Privacy team.
- Prepares reports, updates, and briefings on progress of the corporate information access program and privacy program and current freedom of information issues as requested.

**What you bring**

**Qualifications**:

- A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Information Management or other relevant discipline plus five (5) years related experience. Completion of the Information Access and Protection of Privacy Certificate Program is an asset.

Skills & Knowledge
- Demonstrated communications, leadership, facilitation and coaching skills. Advanced analytical and problem solving skills. Knowledge of federal and provincial privacy and information management legislation and requirements. Knowledge of requirements of accreditation standards relating to confidentiality. Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with tact and diplomacy with staff at all levels within the organization. Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and deliver education and training programs. Demonstrated ability to adapt and work effectively in a changing environment. Knowledge of electronic information systems and information management processes. Demonstrated expertise in the area of information access and privacy concepts, tools, and methods. Advanced proficiency with desk-top software including Excel, Access, Word, and Internet/Intranet use.
- Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).

**What we bring**

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

**Job Type**:Regular Full-Time

**Location**:1333 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G9

**Closing date**:Until Filled

**Hours of Work**:0

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