Area Director Government

Bayshore HealthCare; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking an experienced Area Director for our government-funded branch. The role is on-site and involves leading a regional team, driving growth, managing budgets, ensuring compliance, and overseeing HR and information systems.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business or health-related field and at least five years of management experience, including supervisory roles in health care. Travel and strong leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or health-related discipline is required.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible management experience, with at least two in a supervisory role in healthcare.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead branch operations, staffing, and change management to meet goals.
• Drive business development and marketing plans for the government-funded branch.
• Oversee budgeting, financial reporting and cost-control measures.
• Ensure quality, compliance with health authorities and company policies.
• Manage HR activities including recruitment, performance, and staff development.
• Oversee information systems integration and local system support.
• Promote patient/client safety and high standards of service.

Skills

Business leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

HR management

Contract compliance

Information systems

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or health-related discipline

Tools

Windows

Payroll/billing systems

Job description

Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore achieved the designation for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list. With locations across the country, including more than 80 home care offices, 11 pharmacies and over 100 community care clinics, Bayshore has more than 18,000 staff members and provides care to over 350,000 clients annually. We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, dignity and independence of all Canadians, by providing customized care plans and solutions that allow clients to remain in the comfort of their own home.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic business professional to join our team as the Area Director for our government-funded branch. This position will be on-site and in office five days a week.

• Business Development: Drive growth through strategic marketing and sales initiatives.
• Human Resources: Lead and manage a dedicated team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Budget and Finance: Ensure financial stability and accountability through meticulous budget management.
• Quality Management: Uphold the highest standards of service quality and operational excellence.
• Information Systems: Oversee the integration and optimization of our information systems.
• Compliance: Implement directives from the National Service Centre and collaborate with local health authorities to ensure compliance.

Key Accountabilities

• Branch Office Operations - Lead branch operations and staffing to ensure tasks are carried out effectively and efficiently; proactively manage change.
• Champion company-sponsored programs (clinical, marketing, risk management, etc.) in accordance with policies and processes. Proactively suggest new program ideas to corporate and division support staff.
• Direct human resources activities, including strategic workforce planning, recruitment, selection, retention, orientation, training, compensation, discipline, employee recognition, and policy implementation.
• Ensure client care and service comply with local, provincial, and federal legislation, the company’s Code of Ethics, Statement of Client Rights and Responsibilities, and Standards of Practice.
• Oversee contractual agreements and liaise with funding partners and clients.
• Collaborate on the implementation and maintenance of office information systems; ensure local systems support availability.
• Lead client satisfaction initiatives; follow up on client concerns and complaints, documenting outcomes.
• Participate in ongoing internal and external continuing education activities.
• Engage in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in line with the company’s Quality Management System.
• Promote proactive health and safety activities; notify immediate supervisor of any health and safety risks or concerns. Complete accident reports for direct reports who injure themselves on the job within 24 hours of the incident.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information.
• Complete other tasks as requested.

Business Development

• Develop and lead the implementation of annual business and marketing plans; monitor and evaluate outcomes against defined goals and objectives. Prepare and submit an annual report within two months of fiscal year-end.
• Participate in the development and implementation of corporate strategic business and marketing plans as requested.
• Promote Bayshore through participation in local healthcare or business committees and community events.

Financial Management

• Develop, implement, and evaluate an internal financial system that is accurate and efficient, in line with the Operations Director’s direction.
• Prepare an annual budget and manage expenses relative to revenue.
• Analyze the branch’s ongoing financial status to ensure financial goals are achieved.
• Complete monthly and annual financial reports as requested.

Quality Management and Continuous Improvement

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Quality Management System; coordinate continuous improvement initiatives.
• Arrange internal quality audits and reviews as requested by the National Service Centre.
• Complete all required Quality Management Reports.

Health and Safety

• Ensure employees are trained in and follow safe work procedures, company health and safety policies, and all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal regulations.
• Cooperate fully with the Safety Representative/Joint Health and Safety Committee and ensure all employees share responsibility for identifying and solving workplace health and safety problems.

Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Medical exemptions or any based upon Human Rights Code criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Requirements

• Education: Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Business or a health-related discipline; Solid knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of: Business Development and Sustainability, Operations Management, Service Delivery and Contract Compliance, Financial Management and Control, Program Development, Implementation and Evaluation, Human Resources Practices.
• Experience: At least five (5) years of progressively responsible recent experience in management, two of which were at a supervisory level and preferably in a health care setting; Strong track record in leading the development and integration of profitable business and marketing plans; demonstrated ability to handle all aspects of human resources and oversee information systems.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Exceptional interpersonal skills and decision-making skills; Ability to handle difficult situations in an objective consistent format; Strong entrepreneurial and marketing skills; Ability to work independently and effectively lead a team; Demonstrated knowledge of personal computers and related software such as Windows and payroll/billing systems; Commitment to continual learning; Above average report writing and communication skills; Valid driver’s license and willingness to undertake out-of-town travel as required.

At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.

At Bayshore Healthcare Ltd., and its subsidiaries, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and operate in full compliance with all Provincial and Territorial legislation pertaining to Human Rights Codes and Accessibility requirements. To ensure continued compliance throughout the recruitment and selection process, we encourage candidates to disclose any accommodation needs they may have.