Job Category: Leadership

Hospital Location: Newmarket ON

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Number of Positions: 1

Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $84.67 - $100.64

Why Join Our Team?

• A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety.

• Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable).

• Progressive health and dental benefit plans.

• HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.

• Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.

If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!

The Northern York South Simcoe Ontario Health Team (NYSS OHT) was one of the first OHT’s approved in Ontario. Our OHT is a partnership of several healthcare organizations who share a rich history of collaboration and an exciting vision for the future of healthcare in our communities. Members of our OHT include primary care, community service providers, homecare, community paramedicine, long-term care, hospital, and the mental health and addictions sector. Building on existing successful partnerships, the team has worked closely to plan and bring connected care to the communities we serve as an OHT.

For more details on the Northern York South Simcoe OHT please see our website.

This position is permanent position. Note that the role's deliverables and responsibilities may evolve to match provincial and or local OHT priorities.

Reporting to the Vice President, Academics and Community Health, and receiving strategic guidance from the Co-Chairs of the Joint Executive Steering Committee (JESC), the Ontario Health Team (OHT) Director serves as a key system leader responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external partners to advance the health and wellness of the communities we collectively serve.

The positions core focus will be leading the NYSS OHT. The Director will work in close collaboration with Southlake’s leadership team and broader community partners to support integrated planning, shared priorities, and coordinated system initiatives.

The Director will foster a culture of collaboration across partner organizations and leverage strong project management and strategic planning expertise to support the development and execution of operational priorities, strategic initiatives, and key business processes. Working closely with the Joint Executive Steering Committee and established governance structures, the OHT Director will serve as a key driver of the OHT’s vision, mandate, and values, while acting as an important ambassador for the OHT across healthcare, community, and system partner organizations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership, vision, guidance of the NYSS OHT, in alignment with the goals and objectives of the OHT, and overall direction of Ontario Health
• Works toward achieving consensus of health care providers for the NYSS OHT
• Function as the key integrator of all OHT activities by providing leadership, oversight, and direction to all committee structures, enabling groups and councils to achieve key milestones and deliverables with the goal of realizing integrated service delivery
• Improve new clinical population pathways and work to consistently measure and improve existing clinical pathways with a population health approach
• Support clinical change management and communication initiatives to inform OHT stakeholders and the broader community as clinical population pathways are implemented
• Lead and guide evaluation processes, prepare performance reports and other accountabilities required by Ontario Health
• Provide oversight and direction for prudent financial and resource management for the OHT

SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KNOWLEDGE

• Systems thinker with demonstrated ability to lead and manage large, complex projects and/or operations with multiple stakeholders and multiple independent contributing organizations to better integrate care
• Understanding of clinical leadership in health system design, planning and implementation, with specific expertise in multi-sector and inter-sectoral engagement
• Expertise, understanding, and/or passion for a population health approach and population health management
• Balanced understanding of social determinants of health and how to effectively integrate health and social care for optimal care and service delivery
• Demonstrated innovative thinking and ability to handle and navigate clinical and operational ambiguity
• Relentlessly focused on ensuring patient/client and caregiver partners have a significant role in design, planning and decision making
• Knowledge of the Ontario Healthcare landscape, provincial health care structures, processes, funding mechanisms and current priorities is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated proactive problem-solving, change facilitation, and risk management

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in business administration, or healthcare administration. 10+ years’ experience with five (5) years management experience, preferably within the health care sector. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Excellent communicator, strategic thinker, and team player with a passion for health system improvement and the ability to influence change
• Formal leadership training, change management and experience in academic detailing or mentoring considered an asset
• Experience applying a health equity lens to projects/initiatives aligned with the quadruple aim (population health, patient experience, per capita cost, provider experience) preferred
• A successful record of accomplishment in change management and conflict resolution
• Demonstrated participatory leadership, mentoring, and motivational skills with ability to guide/coach/influence multiple stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of business practices, budgeting, procurement, human resource management, health and safety best practices and reporting requirements
• Knowledge and understanding of community resources and partnerships, program planning, knowledge mobilization and communication/dissemination techniques
• Superior report writing and presentation skills necessary for communicating complex information to a diverse array of groups
• Proficient computer skills and the ability to work within a computerized environment
• Strong time management, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills
• Ability to exercise a high level of independence, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Ability to manage competing demands and meet demanding timelines

Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive.

Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.

We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify the Human Resources Department when contacted for an interview. The People, Culture and Experience team will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspective each candidate brings to our organization.

Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process.

Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism at Southlake Health

Southlake Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your submission. We appreciate your interest in joining Southlake Health!