Permanent Employment Opportunity

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY WELLNESS

Competitive Salary: Will Be Based on Experience

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Community Wellness oversees the development, implementation, management, and evaluation of strategic direction for Health Services, Mental Health and Addiction Services, and Elderly Services for Sagamok Anishnawbek.

This position works within all pertinent federal and provincial legislation, regulations, and guidelines as well as under the Financial Administration Law as applicable. The position will establish and maintain working relationships with internal and external partners and services in the funding and delivery of quality programs and services for Sagamok Anishnawbek.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Planning and Implementation:

• Prepare long-range strategic plans and evaluation metrics for Community Wellness programs and services.
• Implement strategic plans approved by Council to ensure capacity, structural growth, and sustainability.
• Facilitate data collection, needs assessments, and best practices to support strategic decision-making.
• Work closely with Senior Administrative Officer, Senior Management Team, and directed Committee(s)/Working Group(s) approved by Council.

Financial Management & Reporting:

• Pursue funding through all available programs and sources.
• Prepare annual budget, monitor expenditures within approved limits, and reallocate resources as authorized.
• Manage and allocate operating and capital budgets efficiently.
• Provide regular reports to leadership and community, ensuring timely submission to funders and partners.

Program and Policy Development:

• Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous evaluation of models of care and associated program logic models. Ensure policies and practices comply with Sagamok Laws and By-Laws, relevant laws, policies, regulations, and industry standards.
• Support directed Committee(s) of Council in performing regular policy reviews.
• Provide advice, research, and analysis to Council and directed Committee(s) on the structure, governance, and policies of the Community Wellness Department.
• Maintain and improve Community Wellness related Quality Management systems.

Human Resources and Operations Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing management team.
• Perform regular evaluations of direct reports, departmental objectives, and quality outcomes.
• Support access to capacity-building opportunities for staff, leadership, and community.
• Drive innovation within the Department by promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Commutation, Collaboration, and Partnerships:

• Participate in collaborative approaches to program and service coordination with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with Sagamok members, key stakeholders, funders, investors, partners, and customers.
• Represent Sagamok Anishnawbek at meetings, industry events, networking forums, etc.
• Provide information and/or reports as required to the Senior Administrative Officer, Chief and Council, community, and funders.
• Work with delegated Committee chair(s) to facilitate strategic planning processes.
• Maintain health, mental health, and elderly services systems, processes, forms, communications materials, and websites.
• Ensure directed Committee(s) of Council are provided with secretariat services.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must provide a clear Criminal Records Check (CPIC) valid within 6 months.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with policies established by Sagamok Anishnawbek.
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work flexible and extensive hours.
• Must have a valid Ontario drivers license and access to a vehicle with appropriate liability insurance.
• Subject to six months probation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary degree in health, social services, or related clinical care field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, policies, and procedures within Indigenous community and governance area.
• Anishnawbek language fluency is an asset.
• Must have a valid Ontario drivers license and access to a vehicle with appropriate liability insurance.
• Subject to six months probation.

WORK SITE LOCATION:

• The Director will have access to office workspace within Sagamok Anishnawbek. Travel may be required for meetings or training.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter, resum, credentials, and three work related References (email addresses) through the Online BambooHR process

By: Until Filled

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.