Consultant - Mental Health And Addictions

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Location: Provincial Zone, Nova Scotia Hospital

Department: MHA NS Policy & Planning - CNS

Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-time (100%) x 1, Management/Non Union Position

Posting Closing Date: 9-May-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada. We aim for excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration across hospitals, health centres, and community programs. Our team provides inpatient and outpatient services, including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as primary health care, public health, and mental health services. Join us to be part of a diverse, innovative team.

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About the Opportunity

Reporting to the MH&A Program Development and working closely with the MHA Program Planning and Development Director, the Consultant supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of MHA services, standards, guidelines, and best practices for individuals with mental illness and addictions. Responsibilities include facilitating health services planning, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, developing new service delivery models, and supporting workforce development.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• An undergraduate degree in a health discipline or related field (Business, Administration, Health Policy)
• A Master's level preparation is an asset (in health, business, administration, or public policy)
• Minimum five years of related experience in health promotion, policy development, and program development aimed at health improvement
• Experience in research methods, policy analysis, and evidence-informed decision making
• Experience working in healthcare settings or with healthcare organizations is an asset
• Project management experience is an asset
• Understanding of professional development, change management, and working with complex teams
• Ability to interpret and analyze data
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, report writing, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, databases, PowerPoint, and graphics software
• Strong organizational skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Competencies in other languages, especially French, are an asset

Please ensure your resume is current and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent, Full-time; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$38.36 - $47.95 hourly. Successful candidates may be eligible for benefits including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, and a pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest. Only selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and all qualified applicants.