Manager, Psychiatric Service, Reference Number: 2024-014

Manager, Psychiatric Service
Internal/External Posting
Full-time Position
Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario
Salary Range: $98,551 – $143,916 per annum
Reference Number: 2024-014
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The Manager of Nodin’s Psychiatry Service provides effective leadership and direction to a multi-disciplinary team who together support/assist psychiatrists and their clients through organizing, scheduling
appointments and providing case management etc. This role is responsible for the daily operation, providing
the full range of managerial duties including managing staff, delegating work, scheduling staff, evaluating
performance, developing policies and procedures, developing budgets, maintaining operational expenses
within the budget, service development and performing other administrative duties, as needed. The role
ensures consistencies in the standard of practice, providing quality management, risk management, and
utilization review as required.
The Manager of the Psychiatry Service reports to the Director of Nodin Mental Health Services.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment)
• Minimum education required is a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Master’s Degree in Clinical
Psychology OR Master’s Degree in Nursing from an approved university.
• Must be currently licensed as a Registered Mental Health Professional or Registered Nurse (e.g.
CRPO, RSSW).
• Minimum five (5) years of direct clinical experience in the area of mental health OR if
• in nursing, five (5) years of nursing experience with some mental health nursing work experience.
• Previous management/supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience assessing and working with high-risk complex cases is preferrable.
• Knowledge, education or training in working with traumatized individuals.
• Familiarity of mental health diagnoses and psychiatric medications is preferable.
• Good knowledge of techniques for managing, developing, planning, and monitoring programs.
• Innovative problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to exhibit a high level of organizational skills, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to foster a successful and healthy workplace environment.
• Relationship building skills to form and maintain collaboration with a diverse range of
stakeholders.
• Ability to function effectively during change management; periods of rapid change and transition.
• Conflict management skills.
• Must be able to handle sensitive/confidential material in accordance with SLFNHA policies and
procedures and PHIPA.
• Ability to build and manage a budget effectively.
• Have competencies to effectively write funding proposals.
• Previous experience with an Electronic Medical Record is an asset.
• Must be able to write clearly and concisely to explain information in a well thought out, logical
and effective manner.
• Superior data management, analytical and report writing skills.
• Proficiency in computer, typing and word processing skills.
• Experience in program design/enhancement and implementation a definite asset.
• Innovative thinking, ability to generate new ideas, and creativity.
• Able to design and deliver presentations.
• Strong public speaking skills to present the service to others.
• Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations;
knowledgeable of First Nations’ people, history, culture, health priorities and social issues.
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an
asset.
• Must be willing to travel to First Nation communities by flight if necessary, and valid driver’s
license.
• Must be willing to live in Sioux Lookout (or within a daily commuting distance).
• The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manages a multi-disciplinary team and fully accountable for all personnel matters including hiring,
coaching, training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions etc.
• Provides oversight, direction, and clinical leadership in all facets of the delivery of service to provide
maximum in efficiency and quality to consumers and partners.
• Manages the daily operations and work activities of staff on the team providing supervision,
motivation and direction.
• Reviews all referrals and holds case management meetings for assignment of cases.
• Holds regular individual supervision meetings to assess work and performance; teach; give direction,
provide information, discuss any issues, ensure consistent application of clinical standards, discuss
techniques used on cases; case progress; and provide clinical direction.
• Assuring proper staffing levels are maintained at all times to ensure safe and therapeutic patient care.
• Contract management (i.e. negotiating, planning, contract creation, execution, administration, and
monitoring compliance with terms/conditions).
• Administering, monitoring, and ensuring staff adhere to organizational policies and procedures.
• Planning, developing and implementing systems that positively impact the ability to perform the work
and fulfill the goals of the service efficiently and effectively.
• Providing effective problem solving and conflict resolution as required.
• Short-term and long-term strategic planning; creating workplans to reach service objectives and
enhance program.
• Composing new job descriptions as required.
• Planning and writing proposals.
• Ensuring there is always strong multi-disciplinary team collaboration.
• Utilization management (e.g. review of service to ensure clients are receiving at or above quality
standards, case reviews, check client records, speak with patients and care providers regarding
treatment, ensure there is response to plans of care etc).
• Making sure all required documentation is completed by team members in an accurate and timely
manner.
• Collaborating with partners and ensuring all team members are doing the same to strategize on how
best to help clients.
• Ensuring team members make referrals as necessary to other services.
• Conducting monthly information sharing meetings with staff.
• Ensuring communication practices are clear and in place.
• Action community concerns and requests appropriately.
• Providing statistical data and other operational program reports and information as required by
Director.
• Overseeing the budget and fulfilling all funding reporting requirements.
• Developing Standard Clinical Operating Procedures for the unit.
• Sit on relevant working groups or advisory committees.
• Other duties that may be deemed necessary by immediate supervisor.
SLFNHA currently “Strongly Recommends” COVID-19 immunizations and requests your immunization
status to be sent to our staff health department if successful in the recruitment process.
Send cover letter and resume to:
Human Resource Department
Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street
Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Phone: (807) 737-1802
Fax: (807) 737-2969
Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com or apply online at http://www.slfnha.com/careers
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
No resumes received after this time will be accepted.
The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance.
However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.
For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com
SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit
www.mikinakoos.com