Manager Health Services - MH&A - Indigenous Health - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services organization in Manitoba is seeking a Clinical Support Manager to oversee initiatives aimed at improving Indigenous health outcomes. The role demands strong leadership skills, progressive management experience in health services, and a background in collaborating with Indigenous organizations. This is an in-person position, offering the chance to significantly impact the health of local communities.

Qualifications

• 5 years of progressive management experience in health services.
• Experience with local and provincial Indigenous health partnerships.
• Active member in good standing of an associated regulatory body.

Responsibilities

• Lead health services initiatives addressing Indigenous health priorities.
• Implement program planning and evaluation in health settings.
• Oversee interdisciplinary and unionized team management.

Skills

Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to diverse backgrounds

Knowledge of Canadian colonial impacts on Indigenous people

Understanding and commitment to reconciliation frameworks

Leadership capabilities in healthcare

Proficient in written and verbal communication

Education

Post-secondary degree in relevant health discipline

Master’s degree (MSW, MOT, etc.)

Job description

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Requisition ID: 378011

Position Number: 20067747

Posting End Date: 04/10/2025

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Shared Health - Selkirk Mental Health Centre

Department / Unit: MH&A Care Supports

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: Non Union

Anticipated Start Date: 05/01/2025

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient- centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Experience

• 5 years of progressive management experience leading health services in a large, publicly funded health services delivery organization including:
  • 3 years directly related clinical experience working with local, regional and provincial partnerships to address Indigenous health priorities of First Nations, Metis and Inuit Peoples; addressing system-level gaps (racism jurisdiction) and advocating for systemic issues in health services.
  • 2 years of supervisory or management experience in an interdisciplinary and/or unionized team environment.
  • 2 years’ experience implementing program planning, development and evaluation.
  • Experience working with provincial Indigenous organizations and agencies such as First Nations, Tribal Councils, Manitoba Inuit Association, Manitoba Métis Federation, Urban Indigenous Associations, Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, Southern Chiefs’ Organization and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak.
  • Experience and/or knowledge of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and the relationship between ISC and the Manitoba health care system is an asset.
  • Experience with incorporating traditional healing practices in the delivery of health services.
  • Lived experience and understanding of Indigenous healthcare priorities, services, and challenges alongside Indigenous culture, protocols, traditions, and values, both within communities and organizations in Manitoba.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Post-secondary degree in relevant health discipline from an accredited education institution (i.e. BSW, BSc.MH, BSc.PN, BN) required.
• Master’s prepared (MSW, MOT, MSc.PN, MN, MA (Psychology), MPH, etc.) is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Active member in good standing of an associated regulatory body as appropriate.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to a variety of people from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian colonial impacts on Indigenous people in social and health contexts.
• Knowledge and appreciation of the unique history, cultures, and rights of Indigenous Peoples in Canada is required.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action (2015) and Manitoba’s Path to Reconciliation Act (2016).
• Understanding and commitment to the articles set out in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) as a framework for reconciliation.
• Experience implementing Indigenous cultural safety and anti-racism priorities and actions from inquests and reports (i.e. Jordon’s Principle, Joyce’s Principle and Brian Sinclair Inquest).
• Demonstrated knowledge of ethical principles and cultural protocols in interactions with Indigenous partners and organizations.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication and collaboration, adept at building relationships with Indigenous partners. Skilled in developing and presenting findings to varied audiences.
• Demonstrated mid-level leadership capabilities. The provincial health system in Manitoba has adopted the LEADS in a Caring Environment framework.
• Knowledge of Mental Health and Addictions and Co-Occurring Disorders.
• Knowledge of the provincial health system.
• Systems thinking, continuous process improvement skills.
• Change management knowledge is an asset.
• Knowledge and experience in the area of human resource management, budgets and financial reporting.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work safely in a typical computerized office environment with frequent meetings, and to lift and carry items of up to approximately 10 kg.
• Interruptions to respond to questions from executives, and partner organizations are common; dedicated and focused time for planning and concentration can be scheduled.
• Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle for regular travel within the province.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

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This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.