Quality Leader - Mental Health & Addictions

Nova Scotia Health Authority; New Glasgow; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health authority as a Quality Leader in Mental Health & Addictions. In this pivotal role, you will provide leadership and support to enhance quality and safety in health services. You'll collaborate with a diverse team to implement strategic initiatives that improve patient outcomes. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence health care delivery while enjoying the beautiful landscapes of Nova Scotia. With a focus on work-life balance, you can explore the vibrant culture and natural beauty of the region. If you're passionate about making a difference in health care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Travel Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in strategic planning and project management in health care.
• Advanced knowledge of health care delivery systems and quality improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality improvement initiatives in Mental Health & Addictions program.
• Provide analytical support and develop performance measurement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Statistical Analysis

Grant Proposal Writing

Education

Masters Degree in Health Services Administration

Masters Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Database Software

Graphics Software

Job description

Req ID: 193450
Location: Northern Zone, Aberdeen Hospital
Department: MHA Provincial Quality - CNS
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 25-Apr-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager MHA Quality and Safety, Mental Health and Addictions, the Quality Leader advances the work of the Mental Health & Addictions program by providing:

• Leadership and support to the Mental Health & Addictions, Northern Zone Leadership Team, and support to the NZ MHA Director's domain of responsibility, Quality Committee, managers, and staff on strategic and operational planning, clinical efficiency, performance measurement, quality improvement, patient safety, evaluation initiatives, and quality reviews.
• Knowledge and expertise in the identification, development, and implementation of operational and performance measurement initiatives such as improved structures, processes, and practices that impact positively on the outcomes for patients and families.
• Leadership and decision support for health systems analysis and redesign initiatives consistent with a population health and integrated health system approach.
• Analytical and research support in the form of statistical reports, literature reviews, environmental scans, best practice guidelines, and benchmarking standards.

The Quality Leader uses their excellent quantitative and analytical skills to lead projects and initiatives and make recommendations to the Mental Health and Addictions Leadership Team and committees to prioritize and evaluate initiatives. The Quality Leader demonstrates a working knowledge of project planning and project management methodologies. The successful candidate possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills that enable them to work as a member of a team, facilitate groups, and present information within various levels of the Zone and provincial health care environments.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Masters Degree in Health Services Administration (MHSA), Business Administration (MBA) or an equivalent combination of education/experience. Experience in a mental health setting an asset.
• Five years’ experience in strategic planning, project management, facilities planning, program development and evaluation, or quality management in a health care setting.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, coordination and group facilitation.
• Experience in working with senior administration and clinicians in collaborative/partnership activities.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management and evaluation, redesign and quality improvement methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of health care delivery systems in various hospital and community settings.
• Demonstrated understanding of the interrelationships of all hospital departments and services in program delivery.
• Expert-level skills in data management, statistical manipulation, and data analysis an asset.
• Demonstrated expertise in the application of word processing, spreadsheet, database and graphics and reporting software/systems.
• Knowledge of MIS Standards.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Institute of Health Information and associated databases.
• Knowledge of Accreditation Canada and experience with the accreditation process and standards.
• Demonstrates understanding of the interrelationships of health care organization departments and services in program delivery.
• Understanding of health care organization funding and budget preparation.
• Well-developed decision making, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge and experience drafting and submitting grant proposals.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly.

Compensation and Benefits

$40.15 - $50.19 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.