Clinical Advisor

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 97,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Alberta is seeking a Clinical Advisor – Continuing Care in Edmonton to support the transformation of Alberta's continuing care system. This role focuses on policy development, strategic advice, and standards setting to improve care quality and system sustainability.

Reporting to the Manager, System Improvement, you will lead policy analysis, coordinate multi-stakeholder projects, and prepare briefing materials for senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Alberta's health and social care systems, continuing care services, and relevant legislation, standards and policies.
• Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing briefings and reports for senior leaders.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with stakeholders, service providers, regulatory bodies, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership, strategic advice, policy analysis, and project management to support continuing care transformation.
• Research and analyze emerging issues, risks, and best practices to develop evidence-based policy recommendations.
• Lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects advancing continuing care transformation.
• Monitor policy effectiveness, clinical outcomes, and quality indicators, recommending improvements.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the branch on committees and consultation activities, translating feedback into recommendations.
• Prepare briefing materials, reports, and strategic documents for decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Policy analysis

Written communication

Verbal communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in health/public administration or related field

Diploma with 6 years related experience

Master’s degree with 3 years related experience

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Clinical Advisor – Continuing Care
Job Requisition ID: 87517
Ministry: Assisted Living and Social Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 7, 2026
Classification: Medical and Health 4
Salary: $3,711.12 to $4,726.90 bi-weekly ($96,860 - $123,372/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

The Ministry of Assisted Living and Social Services leads housing, assisted living and continuing care, seniors, income, employment and homelessness supports, disability services, and other social-based programs. For more information about ALSS, visit our website: https://www.alberta.ca/assisted-living-and-social-services .

The Continuing Care Homes Branch is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Advisor to support the transformation of Alberta's continuing care system. This position plays a critical role in advancing the mandate of the Continuing Care Division through the development of strategic policy, legislation, standards, and initiatives that improve the quality and sustainability of continuing care services across the province.

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, System Improvement, the Clinical Advisor provides clinical leadership, strategic advice, policy analysis, and project management expertise to support priority government commitments and strategic transformation initiatives within continuing care. The job responsibilities include:

• Provide clinical expertise and strategic advice to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of continuing care policies, programs, legislation, and standards.
• Research and analyze emerging issues, trends, risks, and best practices to develop evidence-based policy recommendations and strategic solutions.
• Lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects that advance continuing care transformation and support government priorities.
• Monitor and evaluate policy effectiveness, clinical outcomes, and quality indicators, recommending improvements to enhance care quality and system performance.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare providers, regulators, professional associations, and government partners.
• Represent the branch on committees, working groups, and consultation activities, translating stakeholder feedback into policy and program recommendations.
• Prepare briefing materials, reports, correspondence, presentations, and strategic documents to support decision-making and issues management.
• Provide timely advice on current and emerging continuing care issues, risks, and opportunities while supporting informed decision-making across the Ministry.

The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in-depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Systems Thinking
Ability to understand the broader organizational context, anticipate emerging issues and risks, and align decisions with strategic priorities and objectives.

Build Collaborative Environments
Skilled at fostering positive relationships, engaging diverse stakeholders, resolving conflict, and promoting collaboration to achieve shared outcomes.

Creative Problem Solving
Demonstrates innovation and sound judgment by analyzing complex issues, encouraging diverse perspectives, and developing practical solutions.

Qualifications

Minimum Recruitment Standards
Degree related to nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, health, policy, public administration, or a related field and four (4) years of related experience. Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college if required by the Health Professions Act.

Equivalency: Diploma related to the position assignment and six (6) years of related experience. Master’s degree related to the position assignment and three (3) years of related experience.

The following experience is required:

• Knowledge of Alberta's health and social care systems, continuing care services, and relevant legislation, standards, and policies.
• Knowledge of Alberta's continuing care partners, including Alberta Health, Assisted Living Alberta, Alberta Health Services, and contracted service providers.
• Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing briefings and reports for senior leaders.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with stakeholders, service providers, regulatory bodies, and community partners.

The following experience is considered as assets:

• Experience in facility-based continuing care, designated supportive living, or long-term care settings.
• Experience interpreting and applying continuing care legislation, standards, and policy requirements.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects, committees, or stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Clinical experience with a strong focus on quality care, client‑centred care, and quality of life outcomes.
• Experience in policy analysis, research, and developing recommendations to support program and policy initiatives.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Hours of work are 08:15 AM to 04:30 PM, Monday to Friday. This is a full‑time permanent position, working 36.25 hours per week.

Location: ATB Place North, 10025 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1S6.

Final candidates may be required to undergo a criminal records check (CRC). Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out‑of‑province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is required. In your cover letter, please briefly summarize:
1) How your professional and/or academic background relates to this role, including your direct and transferable expertise and skills.
2) Reason(s) for interest in this role.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool
• Positive workplace culture and work‑life balance.