Director Clinical Services and Programs

Make a difference in a growing innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

As Director Clinical Services & Programs you will be an integral part of a collaborative team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes get ready to love it here!

What youll be doing:

• Lead the planning implementation and evaluation of clinical programs to meet strategic and quality goals
• Provide inspirational leadership to managers and interdisciplinary teams fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
• Develop and implement departmental objectives operational plans and performance measures aligned with organizational priorities
• Oversee resource allocation workflow optimization and day-to-day operations to ensure efficient and effective service delivery
• Ensure compliance with regulatory legislative and accreditation standards (e.g. Accreditation Canada)
• Strategically manage admissions transfers and patient flow to support timely access to care and optimize census management
• Collaborate with senior leadership and the Physician Chief to align clinical priorities and support program development
• Respond to clinical and facility risks ensuring timely resolution and escalation as required
• Lead and support change management initiatives guiding teams through transitions with clarity and communication
• Represent the program on internal and external committees fostering partnerships with health system stakeholders and academic institutions (e.g. McMaster University)
• Develop and manage program budgets ensuring fiscal accountability and alignment with strategic goals
• Promote transparent communication with staff ensuring engagement and alignment with organizational objectives

What were looking for:

• Bachelors degree in a health-related field (e.g. Health Administration Nursing Social Work Occupational Therapy) Masters preferred.
• Valid registration with the relevant college/governing body in Ontario is mandatory (ex: OCSWSSW CNO CRPO)
• 710 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare with a focus on quality patient safety or clinical operations
• Strong understanding of mental health and addictions care systems and evidence-based care models
• Proven experience with Accreditation Canada standards and survey processes
• Exceptional communication collaboration and relationship management skills
• Advanced critical thinking analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated success in leading teams managing change and improving service delivery
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills with a talent for engaging diverse audiences

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients staff and community from COVID-19 subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

Why work with us

Homewood Health is Canadas largest and leading service provider for medically focused evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence integrity collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!

As an equal opportunity employer Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility diversity equity and inclusion. For this reason we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women racialized and indigenous communities persons with disabilities and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier more productive and fulfilling lives.

Required Experience:

Director