Manager, Clinical Health Services

The Toronto South Detention Centre, Ministry of the Solicitor General, seeks a health care professional with the proven ability to lead a multidisciplinary team in the delivery of patient-centred health care.

The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, direct, evaluate and oversee the health care programs and services within the Toronto South Detention Centre and provide professional direction to a team of Nurses and health care staff.

If you would like to showcase your leadership skills, don't miss this exciting opportunity.

OPS commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism

The OPS is an innovative, responsive, and accountable public service that works hard to be diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable. Diversifying leadership teams is a top OPS priority with the goal to achieve parity with the Ontario labour force by 2025 for the most underrepresented groups (Indigenous, racialized and persons with disabilities) in leadership positions.

The OPS invites all interested individuals to apply and encourages applications from Indigenous and racialized individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint to learn more about the OPS commitment to advancing racial equity, diversity and inclusion.

The OPS offers employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code . Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate, direct and evaluate health care programs.

• Ensure the delivery of efficient, quality health care services, including nursing, medical and other related health care services, specialized treatment units, and on-site infirmary.

• Manage the pharmacy program, including ordering, reconciling, and distributing, and ensure the maintenance and security of all medications, office equipment and medical treatment supplies.

• Coordinate various physiological tests (e.g. urinalysis, TB testing, blood tests) and the preparation of referrals for psychiatric, treatment, X-ray, optometrist, laboratory, dental and physiotherapy.

• Develop, plan and implement the delivery of health services education programs for both inmates and staff.

• Maintain records and statistics to identify trends and developments that have critical program/service delivery, policy and planning implications and formulate recommendations for mitigation.

• Establish critical liaisons with other correctional health care providers to establish and maintain professional linkages and consult regarding contentious issues.

• Respond to enquiries from the Ombudsman and other sources with respect to offenders on health care matters.

Location: Etobicoke

What we offer:

We care about the well-being of our employees and that is why the Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice. In addition to a collegial and professional work culture, career growth and development, and on-the-job training to help you succeed, we offer a competitive total compensation package, which includes an attractive salary and may include the following:

• A defined benefit pension plan

• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits, which include adoptive parents

• Comprehensive Health and Dental Plans

• Life and Disability insurance

• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Program

• Online and in-person workshops

• Opportunities for advancement

• Ergonomic assessments and accommodations based on need

Leadership in the OPS

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) Leadership Behaviours define what it means to be a leader through the following expected behaviours and attributes:

• You are committed to the responsibilities of being a leader by demonstrating authenticity, accountability and courage.

• You are innovative by embracing positive disruption, maintaining a future mindset and leading with a common purpose.

• You are collaborative by driving people-centred outcomes, being inclusive and helping staff and colleagues grow, every day.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory:

• You are a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Leadership and Management Skills:

• You can lead a multidisciplinary health care team in the delivery of patient-centred health care services

• You can plan, co-ordinate, manage and direct the day-to-day delivery of health care services in a unionized environment

• You have proven skills to manage staff, provide leadership, coach, direct and foster an engaged and inclusive environment

• You have knowledge of project management principles and methodologies to meet operational program deliverables

Nursing Knowledge and Expertise:

• You have knowledge of health care administration and evidence-based health care practices

• You have proven knowledge and competency in the application of the College of Nurses of Ontario professional standards and practices to supervise nursing services within a correctional environment

• You can interpret, and apply knowledge of, relevant legislation, such as Regulated Health Professions Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and Mental Health Act

Technical Knowledge:

• You have knowledge of human resources practices, collective agreement provisions, financial and administrative policies, quality management, and continuous improvement practices

• You have knowledge of relevant legislation, such as Regulated Health Professions Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and Mental Health Act

Other Essential Skills:

• You have proven interpersonal, oral communication and conflict resolution skills to provide consultation, and resolve issues with stakeholders and staff

• You have strong writing skills to prepare reports

• You have excellent analytical, problem-solving and judgement skills

• You are proficient with computer software applications

Salary Range: $68,671 - $105,038 Per Year

Additional Information:

• 1 Permanent, 160 Horner Ave, Etobicoke, Toronto Region, Vulnerable Sector Check

Note:

• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.

Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Development Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.

Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 181093, by Friday, August 19, 2022. Please follow the instructions to submit your application. Faxes are not being accepted at this time.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

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