Coordinator, Mental Health & Addictions - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Department: Mental Health and AddictionsLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPGClosing Date: 9/21/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe Department of Health and Wellness offers opportunities to grow and advance in a dynamic sector that touches the lives of all Nova Scotians. Along with our partners, including the Nova Scotia Health Authority and the IWK Health Centre, we’re committed to continually improving our health care system. With a focus on continual improvements within the Health System, the department is thinking differently about how to plan, fund, legislate and monitor to improve access and service delivery. To do this, we need leaders at all levels of the organization who embrace a challenge and believe in their ability to make a difference.The Office of Addictions and Mental Health (OAMH) works closely with the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA), and the Izaak Walton Killam Health Centre (IWK) Mental Health and Addictions programs (MHAP). The goal is to ensure that Nova Scotians receive the right service, at the right place, at the right time by the right care provider. OAMH partners with numerous community-based organizations to fund and support the delivery of important mental health and addiction services. In addition to traditional mental health and addiction support, our work also includes interventions and actions that will help address the social determinants of health, including collaboration with our partners within and across government departments. OAMH is responsible for ensuring harm reduction and anti-stigma approaches are taken in delivering mental health/addiction care in Nova Scotia.About Our OpportunityReporting to the Program Director, OAMH, the Coordinator, Mental Health and Addictions is a key member of the Branch whose role is to drive initiatives that are focused on delivering OAMH policy and program priorities to improve access to mental health and addictions services and supports. This position provides evidence-based research, policy analysis, strategic and operational planning, project management, stakeholder consultation, and monitoring and evaluation.This is a formal leadership position. The incumbent will have opportunities to work collaboratively with partners including within government, Nova Scotia Health, IWK, Tajikeimik, and community-based organizations.There is a direct report associated with this position.Primary Accountabilities

• Provides leadership to complex health system projects focusing on mental health and addictions and, requiring significant coordination and collaboration across multi-sectors – department, government, health authorities and community-based organizations.
• Influences the development of strategy, standards, and policy through review of relevant research, literature, jurisdictional scans, and stakeholder consultation, ensuring evidence-informed analysis of impact and implications of current and proposed policy and standards and funding/investment decisions. Participates in developing policy, legislation, and standards, and at other times will be required to lead those efforts.
• Provides input into development and implementation of an accountability framework with results based management tools, processes and indicators that monitor, measure, and assess risk, impact, and progress towards defined outcomes.
• Leads multiple teams and provides functional direction to staff in various working groups, both within the branch and collaboratively with staff from other branches and/or departments.
• Ensures the effective management of human resources by respecting corporate human resources practices, promoting teamwork and individual development, maintaining internal communication, and promoting diversity and a healthy, respectful workplace.
• Ensures the effective management of financial resources by monitoring project expenditures, adhering to procurement guidelines, acquiring goods and services in the most cost-effective manner, and contributing to forecasting budget requirements for the fiscal year.

Qualifications and ExperienceA post-secondary degree in a related discipline (e.g., social science or health and human services) with demonstrated related management experience; an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Work experience in the field of addictions and mental health is preferred.Must have demonstrated experience in strategy development, operational planning, legislation development, policy analysis including preparing briefing materials, and stakeholder consultation. The successful candidate will be a demonstrated leader, team player, well organized, capable of prioritizing and delegating high level work under tight timelines, and able to exercise sound judgement under pressure. Requires demonstrated experience successfully communicating at various levels within an organization (both verbal and written). Human resources and project budget management experience is preferred.Graduate degrees such as M.A.Ed, M.S.W, MSAC would be considered an asset.Proficiency with computer software such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required.Leadership competencies required at this level of work are: Analytical Thinking, Action Management, Team Leadership, Initiative, Effective Interactive Communication, Partnering and Relationship Building, and Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency.We will assess the above qualifications and Competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.EquivalencyAn equivalent combination of training, education or experience (additional time working in a similar setting/field) will be considered. Applicants relying on education and/or experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.Working Conditions

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
• May be required to work overtime on occasion

a) Physical EffortJob is spent predominantly working at a computer with occasional phone use. Occasionally moves/lifts light objects such as office supplies, equipment, and boxes of files.b) Physical EnvironmentTypically located in a comfortable office environment. Work from home model is supported.Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with opportunity to move about. Ergonomic tools are available to reduce repetitive strain injuries.c) Sensory AttentionEnvironment can experience periods of high stimulation due to receipt of multiple email/phone correspondence requiring time-sensitive response. Attention to detail is paramount to ensure decisions/actions are in compliance with the legislation.d) Mental PressuresMust be able to balance multiple priorities and produce high-quality, accurate results while dealing with time pressures and changing deadlines/schedules, periods of time where volume of work is high, and conflicting demands from various internal and external sources – all which must be responded to efficiently and in a respectful manner.Additional InformationThis is a Permanent position.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: EC 11Salary Range: $2,858.01 - $3,929.78 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.Quick Apply

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