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

About 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 improvements

About 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: Management
Band: MGT05
Hourly Rate: $45.75 - $56.04
Annual Salary: $89,205 - $109,276

Successful 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.