Manager, Regional Referral System Tft

**Bargaining Unit: Non-Union**
**Status: Full Time TEMPORARY**
**Department: Regional Referral**
**Site: St. Joseph's Hospital**
**Location: Thunder Bay, ON**
**Shifts: Days**
**Rate of Pay: $49.306 - $61.632 per hour**

Reporting to the Vice President, the Regional Referral System Manager is responsible for the development of a coordinated regional referral model using a single access point to provide equitable access to Chronic Disease Programs and services. Key responsibilities include developing and piloting a coordinated referral model that is transferable to other chronic conditions; engaging key stakeholders; and identifying relevant infrastructure and business solutions necessary to advance coordinated referrals. The Manager will provide leadership and engage organizations involved in the delivery of Chronic Disease services throughout North-western Ontario to participate in standardization of referral process pathways and tools design.

**Qualifications**:
**_Education/Experience:_**
- Degree in information systems/health sciences/health promotion or clinical-related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Leadership experience with the ability to manage complex projects involving multiple agencies, budgets and stakeholders
- Experience developing, implementing and sustaining network/partnerships
- Strategic planning and project management experience, including demonstrated business skills, as well as experience in program and system evaluation
- Experience in implementation of information systems, for example Resource Matching Referrals, eReferral
- Knowledge of health information system integration and redesign provincially
- Knowledge and/or experience of chronic disease services and service delivery models (i.e. regional, provincial and national policy/funding issues)
- Knowledge of the current and changing dynamics of the health care system, related support services, and the roles of health professionals in chronic disease management
- Demonstrated knowledge of community resources and community needs

**_Skills/Abilities:_**
- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Proven ability to establish and maintain co-operative and collaborative relations with private and public officials, superiors, co-workers, and other stakeholders
- Strong project/time management, analytical/critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently, utilizing discretion and sound judgment
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and recognize others; proven ability to share skills and knowledge with others
- Proven acumen in business and financial management
- Ability to identify, understand, and meet/exceed the requirements of internal and external customers
- Proven conflict management abilities and mediation skills
- Committed to ongoing professional and personal development
- Must be competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health & Safety Act

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:
Will be required to travel to various work locations and provide own transportation
- This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
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**_St. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing high quality client-centred care by building a respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. Individuals who speak a second language including French, Finnish, Italian, Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, etc. are encouraged to apply. _**

**_Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process._**
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