Manager, Non-insured Health Benefits
About the role
Department Information
The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.
HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.
Job Information
Scope:
The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is located in Yellowknife with the exception of the Health Services Administration division located in Inuvik. Reporting to the Director, Health Services Administration (Director), the Manager's primary emphasis is placed on the Federal Non-Insured Health Benefits (FNIHB) program for First Nations and Inuit residents, and is responsible for coordinating all NIHB contracts, contribution agreements and standing offer of agreements for service delivery in the Northwest Territories (NWT).
Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of health benefit programs.
- Knowledge of health care service delivery structures and health business management.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), audit methods and financial management.
- Knowledge of research methodologies including database search techniques and Internet research method.
- Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of GNWT financial processes and procedures, and of third party funding policies and legislation.
- Interpersonal skills to balance the roles of program developer (NWT models), program administrator (set NIHB program policy), and program service delivery implementation.
- Skills and abilities relating to health care systems and structures in order to understand the uniqueness of integrated programming in the NWT.
- Awareness and understanding of the impacts of colonization, institutional and structural racism and biases have had on society, in particular Indigenous people who make up more than half the population.
- Ability to identify education needs of the staff and assist with providing the appropriate training.
- Ability to engage the public in culturally appropriate manner both in writing and orally, to members of other different communities.
- Supervisory skills and the ability to communicate effectively and lead teams.
- Analytical skills and ability to interpret DISC program directives, legislation and policies.
- Presentation/facilitation skills.
- Organizational and time management skills; ability to project manage and meet deadlines.
Typically attained by:
A degree in health care management, pubic or business administration and five (5) years of relevant experience including one (1) year of supervisory or leading a team.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
- A master's degree in a closely related field plus 2-3 years of relevant experience, including supervisory/leadership.
OR
- Completion of a diploma or certificate program in a related field plus 7 years of progressively responsible relevant experience, with at least 2 years in supervisory/leadership.
OR
-
Extensive directly related work experience (e.g., 10+ years in health care administration or management), with significant supervisory/leadership responsibility, may also be considered in place of a degree.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Manager, Non-insured Health Benefits
About the role
Department Information
The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.
HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.
Job Information
Scope:
The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is located in Yellowknife with the exception of the Health Services Administration division located in Inuvik. Reporting to the Director, Health Services Administration (Director), the Manager's primary emphasis is placed on the Federal Non-Insured Health Benefits (FNIHB) program for First Nations and Inuit residents, and is responsible for coordinating all NIHB contracts, contribution agreements and standing offer of agreements for service delivery in the Northwest Territories (NWT).
Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of health benefit programs.
- Knowledge of health care service delivery structures and health business management.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), audit methods and financial management.
- Knowledge of research methodologies including database search techniques and Internet research method.
- Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of GNWT financial processes and procedures, and of third party funding policies and legislation.
- Interpersonal skills to balance the roles of program developer (NWT models), program administrator (set NIHB program policy), and program service delivery implementation.
- Skills and abilities relating to health care systems and structures in order to understand the uniqueness of integrated programming in the NWT.
- Awareness and understanding of the impacts of colonization, institutional and structural racism and biases have had on society, in particular Indigenous people who make up more than half the population.
- Ability to identify education needs of the staff and assist with providing the appropriate training.
- Ability to engage the public in culturally appropriate manner both in writing and orally, to members of other different communities.
- Supervisory skills and the ability to communicate effectively and lead teams.
- Analytical skills and ability to interpret DISC program directives, legislation and policies.
- Presentation/facilitation skills.
- Organizational and time management skills; ability to project manage and meet deadlines.
Typically attained by:
A degree in health care management, pubic or business administration and five (5) years of relevant experience including one (1) year of supervisory or leading a team.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
- A master's degree in a closely related field plus 2-3 years of relevant experience, including supervisory/leadership.
OR
- Completion of a diploma or certificate program in a related field plus 7 years of progressively responsible relevant experience, with at least 2 years in supervisory/leadership.
OR
-
Extensive directly related work experience (e.g., 10+ years in health care administration or management), with significant supervisory/leadership responsibility, may also be considered in place of a degree.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.