Clinical Initiatives Lead

Job Description : In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Regional Manager or designate, the Lead provides leadership, support and coordination of strategic service improvements for Mental Health and Substance Use services. Specifically, the scope of this work includes establishing strong partnerships with MHSU operations, medical leaders and others for the (re)development of clinical processes, care delivery, and procedure changes for initiatives identified as a priority within the SCN. In addition, the Lead collaborates on the development and implementation of education, change management process and training strategies to support MHSU staff and clinicians through these changes. They will partner with other members of the SCN team as well as other Island Health departments in order to advance initiatives.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS : Education, Training And Experience : A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in a related health discipline such as Nursing, Allied Health Sciences or other relevant clinical discipline plus seven (7) years' recent, related clinical MHSU operational experience. Experience leading and participating in a variety of related projects is an asset. Master's degree preferred.

Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities :

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability in clinical health care practice, education and program planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to provide progressive and innovative approaches to service delivery and program issues.
• Exceptional leadership skills with proven ability to bring about change in a proactive manner.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to effectively plan prioritize and carry out projects within deadlines, together with analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Proven interpersonal skills including ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to stakeholders internal and external to the organization.
• Demonstrated commitment to person-focused services and teamwork.
• Ability to lead and participate in qualitative improvement processes and develop and nurture an environment where quality improvement principles are used on a continuous basis.
• Proven ability to facilitate, negotiate, and remain neutral in situations.
• Demonstrated commitment to Cultural Safety and Humility.
• Proven ability to utilize project management tools, methodologies and templates for tracking and reporting progress.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

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