Assistant Health Care Manager

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Employment Works invites applicants for the role of Assistant Health Care Manager at Kenora Jail. This leadership position includes the oversight of healthcare services provided to inmates, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to better their health outcomes. Successful candidates will possess strong nursing credentials along with proven leadership abilities, making a significant impact in the lives of individuals within a correctional facility.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plans

Robust pension program

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Administrative and leadership skills to manage health care programs.
• Knowledge of nursing administration and health care operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure efficient healthcare service delivery for inmates.
• Develop and evaluate health care programs and procedures.
• Supervise a team of nurses and ensure adherence to professional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Evaluation Skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Lead the delivery of comprehensive health care and make a difference in the lives of individuals in custody

Do you have knowledge of nursing administration, health care programs and operations? If so, bring your knowledge of healthcare and your strong leadership skills to the role of Assistant Health Care Manager at the Kenora Jail, Ministry of the Solicitor General.

As the Assistant Health Care Manager, you will ensure the efficient and effective operation of the institution’s health care services and the general health care of inmates with diverse needs within a multi-disciplinary team. Health care services are provided 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Kenora is situated on the north shore of the Lake of the Woods in North Western Ontario, and just 30 minutes from the Manitoba border. The city is known for its wealth of natural attractions and leisure facilities. Consider being a part of this community for a true Northern experience! For more information on the location, please visit the City of Kenora website.

Leadership in the Ontario Public Service
A leadership career in the Ontario Public Service offers meaningful opportunities to lead impactful projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and shape policies, programs and services that positively influence the lives of millions of Ontarians, all within a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our leaders enjoy comprehensive benefit plans, a robust pension program, and challenging and rewarding work that will keep you motivated and fulfilled.

About the job

Create the Work Environment
In the Ontario Public Service, we hold our leaders to the highest standards, expecting them to embody authenticity, accountability, and courage in every action and decision. It will be your responsibility to create a work environment and team culture that ignites innovation, nurtures collaboration and champions inclusivity by creating a diverse, anti-racist and accessible workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. By aligning your choices with these values, you will create a vibrant work environment where every individual can thrive.

In this role, you will use your management and leadership skills, coupled with your knowledge of health care processes to assist in the oversight and delivery of patient-centred health care to inmates.

Specifically, you will:

• assist in the development, implementation, review and evaluation of health care programs and services to ensure high standards are maintained, coordinating health care services/programs with other disciplines
• assist in the development, planning and implementation of the delivery of health services education programs for inmates and staff
• supervise a team of nurses in the provision of health care services, ensuring a safe environment for both inmates and staff
• supervise the maintenance, distribution and security of all medications, including narcotic and controlled drugs, equipment, and medical and treatment supplies
• supervise Medical Clerks, assigning duties, checking quality of work, and ensuring records are properly maintained to standards
• provide coaching and counselling, and report inability to meet College of Nurses of Ontario standards
• monitor adherence to budget allotments, maintaining and controlling equipment inventories

Information Session Details:
A voluntary, online information session will be held on the following date to share information about this opportunity (click to register):
– Tuesday, June 24 from 1:00-1:30 pm EDT (12:00 – 12:30 pm CDT)

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements
• you are a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Leadership, Management and Organizational Skills
• you have administrative and leadership skills to be responsible for the efficient and effective administration of health care programs and services on an assigned shift
• you can ensure professional standards are met by developing, maintaining and evaluating procedures and methods for delivery of health services
• you can lead the development and improvement of health care services and programs
• you have leadership skills to supervise a team of Nurses, providing mentoring and coaching as needed

Specialized Knowledge
• you have knowledge of nursing administration, and health care programs and operations
• you have knowledge of health care professional regulatory bodies, practices and standards to ensure compliance and can interpret relevant legislation (e.g. Regulated Health Care Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, Mental Health Act)
• you have the ability to acquire knowledge of correctional philosophies, policies and procedures relating to health care services in a security-based adult correctional institution
• you have a general level of understanding about emergency response procedures

Relationship Management and Communication Skills
• you have interpersonal and communication skills to respond to service delivery issues with inmates and their families, community agencies and organizations
• you demonstrate the ability to exchange information and provide advice on offender needs to medical practitioners, and to discuss medical issues with offender family members.
• you can liaise effectively with community partners such as Mental Health centres, Public Health departments, private physicians/specialists, and hospitals

Evaluation and Analytical Skills
• you can maintain records and statistics to identify trends that have critical health care service delivery, policy and planning implications.
• you can evaluate and ensure consistency of professional standards and procedures of health care are provided and maintained
• you can assess risks and make sound decisions surrounding continued health care and treatment needs