Assistant Manager Disability Management - Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness - People Services

Job summary

The Assistant Manager provides leadership and management support to the Disability Management teams within Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness. They are responsible for implementing strategic initiatives, monitoring clinical and operational outcomes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory policies.

Job details

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 229292Location: ProvincialDepartment: PS Disability Management OHSWType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Management/Non Union PositionPosting Closing Date: 23-Nov-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager Disability Management for Occupational Health Safety and Wellness (OHSW), this position provides hands on expertise and experience to support the Disability Management teams for strategic direction for Occupational Health Safety and Wellness (OHSW). The Assistant Manager engages team members, system partners, external stakeholders and others in supporting OHSW strategy and implementation. The Assistant Manager will offer direct line management support to the OHSW Manager Disability Management team. The position will provide front line leadership and management support to these teams. Ensures implementation and support of a culture of continuous quality improvement and works with OHSW Occupational Health and Safety team members to institute the monitoring and reporting of a range of financial, operational, human resource, clinical outcomes, risk management, patient/client experience indicators (among others). Manages OHSW disability management strategies as it pertains to health care workers by ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, policies and guidelines. Promotes best practice, with a commitment to supporting and implementing new or modified processes and service improvementsAbout You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Undergraduate degree in health-related disciplines, safety, informatics, business or other relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be reviewed for consideration. Minimum of 3 years recent experience in progressive leadership position with responsibilities related to program planning, evaluation, occupational health, disability management, human resource and financial management within a healthcare environment. Demonstrated knowledge of health care services, structures, and environments. Demonstrated ability to maintain strategic partnerships and collaborative working relationships with a variety of internal and external partners across the healthcare continuum. Demonstrated commitment to employee and self-development and continuous quality improvement. Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, internet, email, and the ability to utilize health information systems for decision support. Demonstrated regular attendance in current and previous employment. Physical and mental capabilities to perform the duties of the position such as managing multiple priorities, time-sensitive deadlines, stressful situations, working flexible/extended hours and travelling within and outside NSH as necessary. Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License and access to reliable vehicle. Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Travel to various sites will be required Location will be determined based on the successful candidate This position is eligible to participate in our work from home program Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Compensation and Benefits Pay Scale Type: ManagementBand: MGT05Hourly Rate: $45.75 - $56.04Annual Salary: $89,205 - $109,276Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

What you’ll do

The Assistant Manager provides leadership and management support to the Disability Management teams within Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness. They are responsible for implementing strategic initiatives, monitoring clinical and operational outcomes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory policies.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in a relevant field and at least three years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare. Proficiency in office software and health information systems, along with a valid driver's license, is required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee support programs

Listed skills

• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Disability management
• Occupational health
• Safety management
• Program planning
• Program evaluation
• Human resource management
• Financial management
• Strategic partnerships
• Quality improvement
• Leadership
• Microsoft Word
• PowerPoint
• Excel
• Health information systems
• Risk management
• Clinical outcomes
• Planning
• Management
• Risk Management
• Innovation
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Strategic Partnership
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Valid Driver's License
• Financial Management
• Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
• Decision Support Systems
• Disabilities
• Self Development
• Disability Management
• Health Information Systems (HIS)

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Human Resources
• Government & Public Sector
• Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
• Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Manager
• Environmental and Occupational Health Inspectors and Associates
• Occupational Health and Safety Specialists

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