EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY


Maamwesying Ontario Health Team – Project Specialist for Mental Health and Addictions
Location: Work Remotely or as required at the Maamwesying Head Office at Serpent River First Nation or the satellite office in Sault Ste. Marie, ON
3 Year Contract Position


Who you are? You are highly motivated in sharing your interest in the Health Field enabling you to work in a team environment. You acknowledge the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships. In addition, you have the ability to draw on your own knowledge and life skills to support and maintain efficient operational functions, with a positive outlook.


Who we are? As the province’s sole Indigenous-led and Indigenous-focused Ontario Health Team, we’re trailblazers in reshaping patient care. Our Ontario Health Team has been established and driven by over 30 years of advocacy and collaboration between our First Nation partners. Maamwesying Ontario Health Team embodies unity and cultural respect. Our vision reflects our commitment to accessible, quality, and wholistic healthcare.


Ontario Health Teams are created by bringing patients, communities, healthcare providers and organizations together to help plan for and deliver care in a coordinated way.


The opportunity: Under the direction of the Maamwesying Ontario Health Director, the Project Specialist Mental Health and Addictions is directly accountable for providing project management consultation, strategic expertise, and coordination of the delivery of integrated mental health and addictions care initiatives for the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team.


What you need to bring with you:

• Baccalaureate Degree in a related discipline is required
• Project Management experience working in the mental health and addictions sector is required
• Knowledge of population health datasets (e.g. Statistic Canada projections, CIHI’s population grouping methodology, NACRS, DAD, OCAN) would be an asset
• Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams that include internal and external partners and stakeholders
• Knowledge of, and interest in the health issues affecting Indigenous people.
• Ability to speak Ojibway is an asset
• Excellent ability to prioritize and organize work and consistently demonstrate initiative to improve processes
• Flexible thinker, with an ability to quickly adapt to a changing environment
• Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft 365 software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook) and Google Drive is required
• Good understanding of Ontario’s healthcare system and healthcare administration (asset)
• Knowledge of Ontario’s OHT model and local OHT structure/plan (asset)
• Self-directed, continual learner able to work with minimal supervision to plan, prioritize, and proactively manage schedules, tasks, and changing needs
• Experience working with Indigenous people, organizations, and communities
• Knowledge and experience of Anishinabek Health and Traditional healing practices
• A clear criminal reference check is a condition of employment
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Salary based on experience
• Paid Extended Health Benefits
• HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)
• Generous vacation package; with additional 9 Public Statutory Holidays, plus an additional 5 Board Declared Holidays throughout the year.
• Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, electronic medical record system, cell phone)
• Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People
• 2 Weeks Holidays for the 1st Year
• 15 Days Personal Leave

What to expect? Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage, or cedar may occur. Accommodations for the disabled will be available upon request. An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check. Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs.


Qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter along with a current resume, certificates, diplomas, along with three current work-related references to the Bamboo HR link. Please ensure that “Maamwesying Ontario Health Team – Project Specialist for Mental Health and Addictions” appears in the subject line.


Below is the link to apply directly to our organization.


Posting Deadline: September 18, 2024


Thank you to all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.