Project Manager Health Performance & Accountability - Jobs in Mississauga, ON

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Project Manager Health Performance & AccountabilityHealth Services, Strategic Policy and PerformanceStatus: (1) Contract Full Time - 15 MonthsSalary Range: $96,785 - $120,979 per annumWork mode: Hybrid * see below for more details about this work mode.Location: 7120 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ONHours of work: 35 hours per weekThe Project Manager leads well-defined projects that improve current levels of performance and/or improve existing processes, services or programs across the Health Services department. Given current health system priorities, the project manager will work with internal and external stakeholders to operationalize a Transitional Behavioural Support Unit in one of Peel Region’s long term care homes.This position will support the successful implementation of transitional clinical services and emotion-based dementia care to stabilize expressive behaviours and enable transition to long term care homes or community settingsWhat you will do in this role:

• Support the Health Leadership and Divisional Management Teams to build capacity across the Health Services department to continuously improve processes
• Lead project team(s) in a matrix environment
• Ensure all phases of project delivery are performed within standards, timeframes and budget requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of a project
• Provides subject matter expertise and/or technical or professional advice if appropriate
• Coordinate the logistics (e.g. preparation of tenders and contracts, develop project plans, work schedules and determines priorities) or operational elements (e.g. budgets and resource requirements) for well defined projects
• Determine priorities and resource allocation
• Work with clients to define business requirements for projects and write Project Charters (and Business Cases, if required) and obtain approvals from the Project Sponsor and/or the Steering Committee
• Design the overall project strategy, create, execute and control project plans, manage project change control process, and administer the projects budget
• Provide regular reporting to the Manager, Director, Project Sponsor, Steering Committee, and Divisional/Departmental Management Teams or other Regional Committees and other stakeholders, as appropriate
• Motivate project team(s) to work as a cohesive unit and ensure the completeness of the projects products
• Design and implement project change management plans
• Manage project risk
• Resolve strategic issues or escalate to the appropriate level
• Close the project and conduct post-implementation review
• Develop and deliver presentations to division or department and steering committees
• Keep abreast of best practices in project management, process improvement and process management
• Contribute to fields of expertise both internally and externally

What the role requires:

• University degree in Business, Public or Health Administration combined with 3 to 5 years experience in project management
• Working knowledge of project management processes utilizing the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) by PMI
• Experience applying Organizational Change Management principles and methodologies
• Ability to provide specialized advice to support process improvement projects within Health Services
• Effective time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and juggle multiple priorities in a very dynamic and changing environment
• Ability to develop project budgets
• Strong skills in the use of project management software applications (such as Microsoft Project)
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with and motivate multi-disciplinary teams and to work with senior management, other divisions and staff
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to build collaborative environment
• Ability to influence and negotiate without direct authority
• Excellent facilitation skills with sound knowledge of various facilitation techniques
• Ability to think strategically
• Ability to maintain focus, energy, commitment and positive attitude in the face of uncertainty, change and resistance.
• Ability to adapt and work effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups.
• Ability to encourage others to seek and act upon opportunities for different and innovative approaches to problems and changing client need.
• Proficiency in all MS Office applications (Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification by Project Management Institute (PMI) is an asset

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan (effective start date) (Non-union LTC, RFT, RPT)
• % in lieu of benefits (LTC, short term contracts no benefits)
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable)
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis (where applicable) up to 3 weeks per annum
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays (non-union)
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing (non-union)
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance (non-union/ where applicable)
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources

Work Mode & Job Location: at 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ONIn this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga worksite. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.Hours of Work: 35 hours per weekInterview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.New employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated is determined as the status of having received the full series of approved vaccines (both doses of a two dose vaccine series, one dose of a single dose vaccine series) and any additional doses required and approved by Health Canada and having satisfied the full post vaccination period required to ensure vaccination efficacy. The Region of Peel reserves the right to request proof of vaccination at any time. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/, or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification.The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you are not fully vaccinated, a documented medical reason provided by a physician or registered nurse and time period for the medical reason may be accepted.About Us:Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. The Region of Peel delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.Our workforce is 6,500 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.Recognized by Canadas Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, the Region of Peel is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Region of Peel, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You wont find a better opportunity than the Region of Peel.Additional Information:The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [email protected]Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.Quick Apply

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