Manager – Mental Health and Addictions Programs Rapid Access Addictions Medicine (RAAM) and Addictions Medicine Team (Full-time Permanent)

Kenora, ON

Description

The Mental Health and Addictions Programs – Manager, RAAM and Addictions Medicine Team is a member of the Leadership Team and is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, managing and evaluation of RAAM and the Addictions Medicine Team. The Manager is also responsible for effectively managing and directing the human and financial resources of RAAM and the Addictions Medicine Team. Additionally, the manager is responsible for the development and maintenance of appropriate policies and procedures consistent with, and supportive of:

• Centre of Excellence (CoE) policy/guidelines
• The LWDH Hospital’s Mission, Vision, Values, Policies and procedures, and professional standards of practice of:
  • Morningstar Withdrawal Management Centre, (Acute Care Beds, and Treatment Readiness beds)
  • RAAM
  • Substance use disorder pathways from the ED
  • Addiction Medicine Treatment Team
  • Medically enhances Coordinated Care for Addictions
  • Post Custody Enhancement Program – case management, and
  • Managed Alcohol Program

The Manager also participates with others, both within the hospital and in the community/district/region, to effectively plan and coordinate a seamless delivery system for clients requiring addiction services.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Work Where Adventure Meets Opportunity!

Picture this! Enjoy a spectacular lakefront and “boat-parking” right outside the main entrance of your workplace. Experience the vibrant multi-cultural spirit of Kenora. Explore endless outdoor walking trails and adventures that are right at your doorstep. Kenora offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with the natural beauty of a diverse and welcoming community! Working at LWDH means embracing work-life balance like never before.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• Five (5) weeks paid vacation, pro-rated for your first year - because you deserve a great work-life balance
• Five (5) discretionary days
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental/orthodontic services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Wellness perks - on-site gym, physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program, and staff wellness initiatives
• Professional growth opportunities - we invest in your development with ongoing education and training
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, or health-related field
• Eligible to register and/or register as a member of their Professional Association
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and multitask
• Strong problem-solving skills within different service sectors
• Proven leadership and team building skills in a health or human services organization
• Thorough knowledge of Addictions Programs and treatment modalities; Ontario experience preferred
• Thorough knowledge of the scope of practice of psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, physicians, mental health therapists, and unregulated health professionals
• Strong skills in human resources management, budgeting, policy and procedure development, utilization, risk management, and quality improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent group presentation and facilitation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and use of own vehicle for hospital business, and to travel for hospital business
• Reliable attendance record
• Minimum of 5 years front-line health care and/or social service experience
• Experience in working in an interprofessional setting
• Minimum of three years’ clinical/administrative management experience in a health care and/or social service setting

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393