Position: Director of Health Services Dept: Health
Term: Full-Time Rate of Pay: Based on Experience
Reports to: Director of Operations Close Date: Open until filled.

The Swan Lake First Nation Health Director leads the Health Department in delivering community-based healthcare programs and services to enhance the health and wellness of members and communities in the Nation. The Health Director is responsible for the innovative design and implementation of public and preventative health services, development and implementation of strategic plans, meaningful engagement, relationship building, fiscal management of the department budget, compassionate leadership of staff, effective communications, and facilities management. The Swan Lake First Nation Director of Health Services shall report directly to the Director of Operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide support and supervision to the health staff.
  • Plan, manage and co-ordinate all health programs, in collaboration with the health staff,
  • Facilitate information sharing by organizing regular meetings with staff and community
  • Facilitate the networking process between other programs within the SLFN community and health services.
  • Assist the Human Resource department when hiring of health staff by participating in the screening, interviewing and orientation process.
  • Prepare briefing notes, options, and recommendations for the SLFN Chief and Council regarding health issues.
  • Assist in the evaluation of contracts and services provided by the various health care providers and agencies.
  • Prepare the necessary documentation to assist in the negotiations of health services contribution agreements.
  • In collaboration with the Chief and Council and the SLFN health staff, plan and implement transfer and control of health resources to the SLFN.
  • Assist in the work plan review, budget preparation and operational planning of health services. Monitor work plan progress, financial expenditures, and program activities on a monthly basis.
  • Provide activities and financial expenditure reports to the Director of Operations and Chief and Council on a monthly basis.
  • Ensure the terms and conditions of the contribution agreements are met.
  • Liaise with outside agencies such as hospitals, medical service providers, and federal and provincial government representatives.
  • Assist SLFN members who request assistance and information regarding procedures, policies and services in a timely fashion and ensure appropriate follow up procedures.
  • Provide a co-ordination and liaison function between the SLFN health staff, Chief and Council and Indigenous Service Canada.
  • Provide a co-ordination and liaison function between the SLFN health staff, community members and the Chief and Council with the Central Regional Health Authority
  • Create a partnership and facilitate an information-sharing network with other Director of Health Services within the Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council area.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

  • Work under the authority of the SLFN Chief and Council, with supervision provided by the Director of Operations.
  • Ensure that the health staff members are accountable for their time and activities.
  • Ensure that the areas of responsibility are administered in accordance with the SLFN Administrative, Financial and Personnel Policy Manuals.

ADMINISTRATION:

  • Ensure annual work plans are completed.
  • Ensure all required or requested reports are completed in a timely manner.
  • Ensure all contractual agreements are reviewed, clarified, and signed in a timely manner.
  • Ensure that appropriate staff are in place to provide effective and efficient health care services to the SLFN community members.
  • Ensure appropriate execution and authorization of all forms and requests required as they relate to staff and administration.
  • Prepare all budgets, in collaboration with health staff.
  • Conduct SLFN business in accordance with the wishes and direction of the SLFN Chief and Council.
  • Provide support to health staff in negotiations, consultation, and evaluations to health programs.
  • Identify staff training needs and methods of providing the required training.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

  • Post-secondary degree in Health/ Administration/ Management and or an equivalent combination of education, training, and 5 years of experience.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of Executive Leadership experience within a health care setting.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience leading a multidisciplinary team.
  • Proficiency with a variety of computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Must hold and maintain a Valid Standard First Aid Certificate
  • Certified as a First Nations Health Manager is an asset.
  • Experience working with First Nation Community is an asset.
  • Be able to work flexible hours including after hours and weekends, as needed.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Must be able to travel as required and requested.
  • Must hold and maintain a Valid Class Drivers 5 drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle as travel will be required.
  • Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Persons check and Child Abuse Registry check.
  • Applicants must be bondable.
  • Must be willing to submit to random drug testing.

Employment is Subject to a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry Check

Deadline for submission: Open Until Filled

Please submit resume, cover letter and references with position applying for in subject box to:
Human Resources Manager – Swan Lake First Nation
Email: careers@slfn293.ca
Tel: (204) 836-2101 Fax: (204) 836-2255