Reporting to the Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer (VP and CCO), the Director of Clinical Services provides leadership and accountability for a range of specific programs and services for Continuing Care Type A & Type B including dementia care.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the Director of Clinical Services is responsible for the establishment and attainment of goals and plans that align with the organizational mission, vision and values, strategic plan, and budgetary parameters and for the monitoring and assessment of organizational risk.
The Director of Clinical Services is a key representative of Good Samaritan promoting a positive image of the organization and facilitating collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders of the organization.
Additionally, the Director of Clinical Services is responsible for leading and mentoring a skilled team of leaders and for fostering a positive and just work culture that supports the growth of both the organization and its employees in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Good Samaritan.
Educational and other Qualifications
- An undergraduate degree with a clinical focus (i.e. BScN)
- A master’s degree in nursing, health administration, business administration, leadership, or a related field is required. Consideration may be given to candidates who demonstrate a comparable combination of education, professional qualifications, and extensive senior leadership experience within a complex care environment.
- Certified Health Executive designation is preferred
- Active registration with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) is required
Work Experience
- Five (5) years of operational and administration experience in large and complex healthcare organizations, with continued growth in responsibilities and increased complexity of roles, with the last two (2) years in a senior management level position
- Minimum five (5) years leadership experience related to health care, preferably in continuing care
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Accreditation process
- Alberta Continuing Care Health Service and Accommodation Standards
- Significant travel throughout Alberta, British Columbia and beyond to build and maintain relationships and influence change on behalf of the organization
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner
- Demonstrates critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills to resolve issues independently and/or make recommendations that are supported by evidence consistent with legislation/policies and that meets the standards of care
- Adept at written and oral communication with internal and external stakeholders
- Intermediate level user of Microsoft Office Suites, webinar and internet technology
Accountabilities
- Provides updates to the VP and Chief Clinical Officer regarding the attainment of objectives and goals on a timely basis and ensuring that the VP and Chief Clinical Officer has the relevant information necessary to assist Executive Leadership Team with operational planning and decision-making responsibilities.
- Leadership of effective and efficient clinical care.
- Oversees resident/client and employee safety and creates and implements action plans to mitigate any risk.
- Oversees the management of the critical incident and sentinel event process and procedures and appropriate reporting to the corporate insurance carrier as required.
- Oversees the operational implementation of GSS/GSC policy, procedures and organizational initiatives ensuring that changes are sustained at the service level.
- Pursues continual learning by participating in in-services and training/education programs
- Other related duties as assigned.
Who we are:
At The Good Samaritan Society, Good Samaritan Canada, and Good Samaritan Delta View Care Centre, we believe that our employees are our number one asset. Since 1949, we have been providing excellence in complex/long term care, assisted/supportive living, and other specialized care services for the elderly and those with developmental and physical support requirements. We could not do what we do without our dedicated and committed employees.
What we can offer you:
- Work/life balance
- Learning and development opportunities
- Competitive wages
- Pension and benefits for eligible employees
- Paid vacation time for eligible employees
- Discounted services with many of our local businesses
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employee recognition events
Requirements:
- A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
Diversity-Equity-Inclusion
The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
*Good Samaritan is a 2022 Canadian HR Award, Excellence Awardee for Diversity and Inclusion
How to apply:
- Visit us online at www.gss.org by Join our Team.
We thank all applicants, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $132,348.00-$170,772.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB T6C 4G8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- operational and admin in a health care organization: 5 years (preferred)
- senior management: 2 years (preferred)
- leadership skills in health care, preferably continuing care: 5 years (preferred)
- knowledge of accreditation process: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- active registration with CARNA (required)
Work Location: In person
