Assistant Director - Health

Lilwat Nation; Mount Currie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilwat Nation's Health Department invites an experienced Assistant Director - Health to guide the planning, development, and administration of the Pq’usnalcw Health Center and Lil’wat Health and Healing Center. You will lead teams, manage budgets, and foster partnerships with internal and external partners to advance community health goals.

The role emphasizes mentorship, strategic planning, and strong governance, with reporting to the Health Director and ensuring culturally safe practices.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in Health Services, Leadership or related field.
• Extensive leadership experience in First Nations communities.
• Strong knowledge of health trends and community needs.
• Proven budgeting, reporting and staff supervision experience.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, implementation and administration of PHC and LHH.
• Mentor and structure health management teams to achieve goals.
• Oversee budgets, reporting to funders, and financial compliance.
• Coordinate partnerships with leadership, staff and contractors.
• Facilitate weekly managers meetings and staff communications.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Mentorship

Education

University degree or equivalent in Health/Leadership/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Title: Assistant Director - Health

Department: Health

Status: Regular Full Time

Pay Grid: Salary Range 8 ($80,160.00 to $115,230.00 per year)

Reporting to: Health Director

Summary of Duties:

Reporting to the Heath Director, the Assistant Director is responsible for providing the overall leadership, direction, and management for the planning, development, implementation and administration of the Pq’usnalcw Health Center (PHC) and Lil’wat Health and Healing Center (LHH), teams, programs and services.

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

• Assist the Health Director in creating and maintaining partnerships with internal partners including leadership, administration, Lil'wat staff and contractors, and community. Provide mentorship and structure to the Lil’wat Health & Healing management team to progress department and community goals.

Leadership:

• Oversees the day-to-day operation of Maternal Child Health, Patient Travel, Assisting Living, Pq’usnalcw Health Center and Lil’wat Health and Healing Center, Service Delivery, Financial Management and Reporting.
• Ensures strong management of Programs & Services through quality monitoring and improvement practices.
• Identifies and understands emerging issues and advocates for resolution at the appropriate tables.
• Assists and advises Managers/Program Leads with time management, employee supervision, coaching, evaluation, holiday and sick time approvals.
• Coordinates and oversees contracted healthcare providers operating out of PHC and LHH.
• Encourages succession planning and supports the development of such plans.

Financial Management:

• In compliance with the Lil'wat Nation Finance Policy, manages relevant program budgets including approving annual program budgets, authorizing expenditures and monitoring income and expenditures.
• Assist PHC & LHH managers in developing and managing budgets and reports to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Ensures reporting to funders is completed and submitted as required.

Communication:

• Ensures effective communication at all levels within the LHH organization and between LHH and the Nation administration, leadership and the community.
• Assist Health Director with reviewing reports to leadership and the community prior to release.
• Develops and maintains effective communication with internal & external partners.
• Assist in the planning and facilitation of weekly managers meetings, as well as monthly all staff meetings.

Other Duties:

• Promotes individual and family independence through a strength-based approach to services.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary in the performance of the position and as assigned by the Health Director.

Experience and Attributes:

• University degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in Health Services, Social Services, First Nations Studies, Leadership, Business Administration, or other relevant studies.
• Extensive experience in First Nations communities in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge and awareness of current health trends and future directions.
• Willingness to learn the Lil'wat traditions, culture and protocols.
• Proven track record of strong administration skills, leadership skills and providing mentorship.
• Previous experience with budgeting, reporting and employee relations management.
• Knowledge of First Nations issues, families, family systems and culturally safe practices
• Training in Stress Management, Time Management, Assertiveness, Strategic Planning, Trauma Informed Care, and Integrated Case Management
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Ability to work independently and as an integral member of various teams.
• Strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines prioritizes assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Motivated self-starter and with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly professional in all aspects of business, presentation and interaction with all stakeholders, clients, and Members.
• Valid class 5 BC driver’s license and use of motor vehicle, clean driver’s abstract.
• Must be able to provide a clear Criminal Record Check, including the Vulnerable Sector.