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Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) Mental Health & Addictions, this senior level position provides leadership, direction and budget management, including the responsible gaming and gambling portfolio, within the department. This position is responsible for leading integrated planning, program development, innovation, policy, evaluation and monitoring processes related to MH&A and responsible gaming and gambling; as well as leading the development and implementation of collaborative strategies, action plans and initiatives. This position provides high quality advice and assistance to support provincial MH&A services to meet client needs and maximize accountability and effectiveness in achieving desired outcomes. The Director, MH&A provides support and advice to the ADM, Deputy Minister and Minister on provincial MH&A programs and initiatives and related provincial and Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) matters.

Duties include:

• Ensure development and promotion of the DHW’s broad goals and priorities into objectives, guidelines, policies, core programs and standards with a focus on performance excellence and people excellence;
• Lead the DHW MH&A team, including the Principal Advisor, MH&A, Manager, Gambling Support Unit, and others, in their work supporting the division and department;
• Ensure effective and positive communications and relationships with other governmental departments and agencies, community partners, NGOs and academia to ensure an integrated approach
• Responsible to maintain a culture of safety within the organization; responsible to be informed of department that facilitates polices and processes that support patient safety; and to be aware of role in supporting patient safety within the health system;
• Lead the strategic planning processes for MH&A and GSU divisions, including strategic and operational planning, development and review of multi-year strategies, action plans, and annual business plans (i.e. Mental Health & Addictions Strategy, Suicide Prevention Action Plan, Responsible Gambling Strategy, etc.;
• Participate in the department’s program design processes and facilitating department-wide adoption of project management practices to support program and initiative development and evaluation, including project chairs, terms of references, budgets and planning, dashboards and other reporting mechanisms to ensure project health.
• Coordinate with community partners in the provision of programs and services that align with the DHW MH&A and GSU mandate and operational goals.
• Meets all policy and regulatory requirements including but not limited to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPP) and Records Information Management (RIM), Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Working Alone Policy, Psychological Health and Safety Policy, Harassment Policy, Information Security Policy.
• Facilitates staff development toward ongoing alignment with core competencies critical to the department’s operational activities and strategic objectives
• Promotes and continuously improves internal communication channels, seeks opportunities to streamline communication within the department, and strives to eliminate communication barriers between employees and supervisors
• Acts on behalf of Assistant Deputy Minister when requested on Mental Health & Addictions, Gaming Support Unit, and other key Government initiatives, as applicable
• Provides guidance and advice in the development of DHW’s Provincial Health Plan in addition to the Provincial Mental Health & Addictions Strategy, Suicide Prevention Strategy, Responsible Gaming Strategy for Islanders, etc.,
• Participates as a member of Health & Wellness, Health PEI, and other Departments’ advisory committees to support various projects, policies, and initiative
• Develops RFPs and tenders and facilitates the procurement process for large scale needs and standing offers, as applicable
• Monitors solutions and products sourced to meet the needs of the province and ensure they are delivered in a cost-effective method;
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Relevant university degree in health or mental health and addictions,
• Degree and training supplemented by course work or other training in management, leadership, policy, program and strategic planning, research methods, program evaluation, project management and stakeholder consultation.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in a senior management position, preferably within a health care field related field.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in the areas of program and policy development; strategic planning, budget management, implementation and evaluation processes, change management and results management, particularly as it relates to Government.
• Must have considerable experience (3-5 years) working with other government departments and community organizations.
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered.
• High knowledge and proficiency in the following areas: strategic planning, program and policy design, development, implementation and evaluation processes; performance monitoring and reporting; project management; team building and group facilitation; organizing and conducting large scale consultations.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Excellent skills in areas of facilitation, organizational, time management, conflict resolution, and written and oral communication. • Excellent human resource management and budget management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills with an ability to plan and think strategically.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in applicable computer programs.
• Extensive knowledge of the health system, health care delivery, and health issues;
• Knowledge of government direction; business/management planning, reporting and accountability; political and legislative processes is preferred.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in team building and group facilitation; and stakeholder engagement.
• Must have considerable experience (3-5 years) working with other government departments and agencies
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholder groups
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines and initiatives is required.
• Good previous work/attendance record, and acceptable criminal records check.
• Strategy and management consulting experience is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, strategic and conceptual thinking and consulting skills

Other Qualifications / Assets:

• Masters preferred
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills in an environment where resources may not be in direct control of this role
• Strong analytical, strategic conceptual thinking and consulting skills, strategic planning and execution skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a strategic resource plan
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain digital concepts and technologies, and its integration within the health system, to business leaders, and business concepts to staff and stakeholders
• Strong influence and negotiation skills
• The Director acts in a leadership role and must demonstrate the following leadership attributes:
• High levels of personal integrity when conducting the professional affairs of the organization and dealing with sensitive and confidential data relating to risks and costs.
• Calmness and clarity of thought while under pressure.
• The ability to uphold the goals, culture and values of the organization.
• The ability to lead, enable and motivate teams by providing advice and guidance in a nonjudgmental fashion.
• An understanding of strategic business objectives and the ability to drive results toward those objectives.
• Openness to and the ability to deal with rapid change in business needs, processes and Technologies
• Strong communication skills with a proven ability to understand key concepts and communicate effectively with technical staff, business stakeholders and senior management.
• Proven ability to communicate mental health and addictions, gambling, gaming, and recovery model concepts to those not experienced in those fields to enhance understanding and drive decisions that lead to positive outcomes.
• Proven ability to collaborate, build relationships and influence individuals at all levels in a matrix-management environment (as well as external vendors and service providers) to ensure that segregation and overlapping roles are identified and coordinated.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to perform under pressure and management of multiple priorities with competing demands for resources.
• Strong analytical, data processing and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in process formulation and improvement.
• Financial accounting and reporting practices applicable to the budget cycle of government
• Statements of Work, Services Agreement, reporting and monitoring
• Engagement with procurement and legal contract advisors for additional information.
• Development and implementation of processes and policies.
• Preference will be given to applicants with experience and training in process improvement
• (Lean Six Sigma), change management (PROSCI), and facilitation skills.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.

Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca**. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.**

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