Clinical Leader

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Operations at , Ext for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note\: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement 
Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement 
Article b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement 
Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement 
Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement
 

Unit Summary 

The Child and Youth Mental Health Outpatient Team is an integral part of the Child and Youth Mental Health Program at McMaster Children's Hospital. This team provides psychiatric consultation, individual and family mental health assessment and treatment, and group treatment to those experiencing complex mental health difficulties (many with comorbidities) and is affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences and Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University and the Offord Centre for Child Studies. With approximately 9,000 annual visits and 1,300 referrals this multidisciplinary team works with partners including pediatricians, family physicians, education, child welfare and other community agencies in the provision of comprehensive and evidence based mental health services to children and youth residing in Hamilton. 

Position Summary 

The Clinical Leader will be accountable to the Program Manager. The Clinical Leader will establish a collaborative relationship with the Medical Director and Clinical Directors. The Clinical Leader is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the ambulatory programs. The role provides leadership to the teams, and through the effective use of resources coordinates and facilitates daily clinical activities. The Clinical Leader acts as the communication liaison between services, as well as other health care professionals and programs at MCH. The functions of the Clinical Leader include being a role model and coach to assist staff with professional development and achievement of program goals. Responsible for understanding and promoting the strategic direction of the services and MCH at large. The Clinical Leader follows through on issues that impact on the quality of patient care provided. Contributes to the monitoring and development of the operating plan. Provides leadership with the services for quality and risk management activities. 
 

1. Baccalaureate degree
2. Minimum of five years of relevant clinical experience in child & youth mental health services
3. Demonstrates understanding of mental health issues and challenges for children, youth & families with mental health needs and the interventions, and treatments applicable
4. Demonstrates skills required from management position
5. Demonstrated excellence in communication, critical thinking and team building skills
6. Experience in monitoring budgets and managing budgets
7. Demonstrated commitment to continuing education / lifelong learning
8. Demonstrates the ability to manage conflict and conflict resolution
9. Demonstrates innovation in addressing the needs of children and youth
10. Ability to work in an environment that requires a high degree of organizational skills and flexibility
11. Demonstrates commitment to the mission, vision and values of McMaster Children's Hospital
12. Willingness to participate in a criminal reference screening process
13. Registration as a Regulated Health Professional preferred

14. Must be able to obtain a valid Vulnerable Sector Screen (VSS) 

Monday to Friday; days (some evenings may be required) 

This position is temporary until December 2026