Mental Health and Addictions Leadership Position

2 weeks ago


Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

The Assistant Manager, Mental Health and Addictions, is a key member of the Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) leadership team. This role is responsible for advancing priorities of the portfolio by supporting the ongoing development and implementation of assigned MHA program services and initiatives. The Assistant Manager works closely with other members of the MHA leadership team to implement multiple MHA projects/initiatives to support the advancement of patient-centered, community-based mental health and addiction care programs and services within the Zone of Nova Scotia Health.

About You

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced leader to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in a health-related field, be eligible for registration with a relevant health or professional discipline/college or association, and possess 3-5 years of recent and related progressive leadership experience. Experience in Mental Health and Addictions is an asset. The successful candidate will have strong working knowledge of mental health/addictions care delivery systems in hospital and community settings, as well as strong project management, community development, and community engagement skills.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the development and implementation of MHA program services and initiatives
  • Work collaboratively with the MHA leadership team to implement multiple MHA projects/initiatives
  • Provide leadership and guidance to staff to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of quality family-centered care
  • Develop and maintain effective collaborative relationships and partnerships with stakeholders and clients
What We Offer

Nova Scotia Health offers a competitive salary range of $40.15-$53.35 hourly, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, and a defined benefit pension plan. We are committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.



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