SWAN LAKE FIRST NATION – DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES

For any questions, please contact Swan Lake First Nation at 204-836-2101 or via email at careers@slfn293.ca.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Department/Unit: Health
Position: Director of Health Services
Reports to: Director of Operations & Chief and Council
Employment Type: Full time
Rate of Pay: Based on Experience
Close Date: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY: The Swan Lake First Nation Director of Health Services shall report directly to the Swan Lake First Nation Chief and Council. He/she shall work with the health staff to plan, coordinate, and manage the health services of the Swan Lake First Nation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Provide a coordination and liaison function between the SLFN health staff and the SLFN Chief and Council
  • Provide a coordination and liaison function between the SLFN Chief and Council and the staff at the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
  • Plan, manage, and coordinate all health programs, in collaboration with the health staff, at the SLFN
  • Facilitate community information sharing by organizing regular meetings of SLFN health staff and community members
  • Facilitate the networking process between other programs within the SLFN community and health services
  • Create a partnership and facilitate an information-sharing network with other Directors of Health Services within the Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council area
  • Assist in the 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
  • Provide a coordination and liaison function between the SLFN health staff, community members, and the Chief and Council with the Central Regional Health Authority
  • Prepare the necessary documentation to assist in the negotiations of health services contribution agreements
  • Provide support and supervision to health staff
  • 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 SLFN health services
  • Monitor work plan progress, financial expenditures, and program activities on a monthly basis
  • Provide activities and financial expenditure reports to the 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

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:

• • Post-secondary degree in Health, Administration, Management, and/or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of Executive Leadership experience within a healthcare 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 be able to travel as required and requested
  • Must hold and maintain a Valid Standard First Aid Certificate
  • Certified as a First Nations Health Manager is an asset
  • Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset
  • Be able to work flexible hours including after hours and weekends, as needed

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• • Must hold and maintain a Valid Class 5 driver’s 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

Must submit a clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check

Please submit resume, cover letter, and reference with position applying for in subject line to:

Paula Cameron, Human Resources Manager – Swan Lake First Nation
Email: careers@slfn293.ca
Ph: 204-836-2101
Fax: 204-836-2255