Manager - Mental Health and Addictions (#REC00003787)

HealthCareCAN; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Retention Allowance

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

HealthCareCAN seeks a Manager – Mental Health and Addictions at the Northern Addictions Centre in Grande Prairie. You will lead operations, support the redesign of bed-based addiction services, and advance recovery-oriented, patient-centered care across Alberta.

Reporting to the Director, you will oversee NAC programs and staff, including the detoxification unit and bed-based addiction treatment program, while driving continuous improvement and collaborating with provincial partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health services discipline.
• Minimum three years of recent Mental Health and Addiction clinical, supervisory, and/or leadership experience.
• Proven leadership in recovery-oriented care, interdisciplinary team management, stakeholder engagement, change leadership, and the delivery of high-quality, person- and family-centered services.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Preference for a Master’s degree and registration with a professional regulatory body.

Responsibilities

• Operational leadership for NAC programs and staff with a focus on recovery-oriented care.
• Oversee the detoxification unit and bed-based addiction treatment services.
• Recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and staff development.
• Budget management, expenditures approvals, and coordination with finance and HR partners.
• Collaborate with provincial leaders and community partners to align services.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Change leadership

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a health services discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Manager – Mental Health and Addictions (#REC00003787)

Job Title: Manager – Mental Health and Addictions
Job Number: REC00003787
Location: Grande Prairie, Northern Addictions Centre
Apply by: November 20, 2026
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If you have three or more years of Mental Health and Addiction leadership experience, this is your opportunity to shape the future with Recovery Alberta as the Northern Addictions Centre (NAC) Site Manager in Grande Prairie. You will support the ongoing redesign of bed-based addiction services, advancing recovery-oriented, patient-centered care across Alberta. In addition to leading operations at NAC, you will work with partners across the province to support standardized practices, and continuous improvement, within a recovery oriented system of care. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence service delivery at both local and provincial levels while improving outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. As a key member of the Recovery Alberta Addiction Services leadership team, you will oversee the administration and operation of NAC programs and staff, including the detoxification unit and bed-based addiction treatment program. You will also provide site leadership, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration among programs and services within the facility while contributing to provincial strategic priorities. Make Grande Prairie the next chapter in your career. Combining affordable living and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, the city offers an outstanding quality of life in the heart of Northern Alberta. It’s a place where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying everything the region has to offer. In addition to a competitive salary, Recovery Alberta offers a Remote Retention Allowance of up to $3,000 annually, payable on all basic-rate hours worked. Relocation assistance may be available for eligible applicants with a one-year commitment.

Description:

Reporting to the Director, the Manager is accountable for operational leadership and the delivery of high-quality, accessible, sustainable, client- and family-centred care in Grande Prairie. This role is responsible for fostering a culture of collaborative care and continuous improvement, ensuring the effective deployment of resources, and contributing to the development and implementation of operational plans and strategic plans within a recovery oriented system of care. The incumbent will build and maintain the capacity and skills of staff to meet service delivery needs across Alberta. The Manager provides leadership to interdisciplinary teams and develops strong working relationships with internal and external partners. Responsibilities include recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and supporting the ongoing learning and professional development of staff.

The incumbent promotes a culture of health, safety, and respect in the workplace and encourages employee engagement in maintaining a safe work environment. As a member of the Recovery Alberta Addiction Services leadership team, the Manager will work collaboratively with leaders across the province to advance an integrated and seamless system of mental health and addiction services that supports clients and families. The role also involves building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations and service providers to strengthen care pathways and ensure clients have access to the supports and resources they need. The incumbent is responsible for managing an allocated budget, approving expenditures, and maintaining effective communication and collaboration with financial and human resources partners to support operational excellence and organizational objectives in this field.

• Classification:Manager
• Union:Exempt
• Unit and Program:Northern Addictions Centre – Detox and Residential Services
• Primary Location:Northern Addictions Centre
• Employee Class:Regular Full Time
• FTE:1.00
• Posting End Date:20-NOV-2026
• Date Available:30-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks:2
• Shifts per cycle:10
• Shift Pattern:Days
• Days Off:Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary:$45.23
• Maximum Salary:$77.51
• Vehicle Requirement:Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a health services discipline. Minimum three years of recent Mental Health and Addiction clinical, supervisory, and/or leadership experience. Proven leadership in recovery-oriented care, interdisciplinary team management, stakeholder engagement, change leadership, and the delivery of high-quality, person- and family-centered services. Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills are essential.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Proven leadership in delivering high-quality, client- and family-centered services, program development, continuous improvement, and change management. Demonstrated success leading interdisciplinary teams, supporting complex clinical decision-making, and building collaborative partnerships. Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, and performance management skills are essential. Experience in financial and operational leadership, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation, is required. Preference will be given to those with a Master’s degree and registration in a professional regulatory body as defined by the Health Professions Act.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in bed-based addiction treatment services in a clinical or leadership role is an asset. Change management and project management training are an asset. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience leading teams in dynamic healthcare environments and working effectively with diverse partners and stakeholders is considered an asset.