DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Mental Health and Addictions Program Management

• Develop organizational policies and operational procedures
• Develop and establish standards for assigned areas of responsibility
• Develop and maintain integrated services that improve the quality of life for people who experience serious addiction issues focusing on high need areas that require the Centre’s core competencies
• Establish and implement short and long term goals and objectives
• Create and maintain the Centre’s client access to needed services and supports, through internal and external partnerships, collaborations and program development
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness
• Develop an annual operating plan and budget for presentation and approval of the College President
• Work effectively with the Centre’s Community Advisory Committee
• Develop and map current and future strategic business plans, goals and objectives in line with the Centre’s Strategic Plan, Vision and Mission
• Plan, develop and implement strategies for generating additional resources and/or revenues
• Perform periodic cost and productivity analyses
• Review program data and statistics, critical incident reports, financial statements, and other documentation to determine progress in attaining objectives
• Provide comprehensive reports to the President that address operation of current programs, compliance with Centre’s and College policies; contract terms; legislative and legal requirements; implementation and review of long term plan and any other issues related to the Centre’s achievements of its objectives
• Attend senior management, management and program meetings as schedules and required

Business Expansion and Client Relationships

• Ensure addiction programs are based on a Continuum of Care model grounded in the adoption of “Best Practices” supporting the mission of the Centre
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure the Centre continuously maintains high visibility and meets the needs of stakeholders, partners and clients
• Foster dynamic partnerships and working networks both within and external to the Centre, Canadore College and external communities
• Secure contractual arrangements with the private sector who require private placement of employees for addiction rehabilitation and treatment
• Engage in revenue generating activities that support the mission and vision of the Centre
• Participate with the community through inter-agency meetings, working groups and/or special partnership projects
• Develop new programs and services through proposals, changes to existing programs and/or collaboration with community partners
• Work with other College departments/programs on a regular basis to ensure open communication

Human Resource and General Administrative Leadership

• Ensure the effective use of fiscal, human and physical resources within the programs through effective budgeting, executive plans and general administration
• Recruit, screen, hire and evaluate performance of the Centre’s staff in compliance with established policies and objectives of the organization and contributions in attaining objectives
• Provide the President regular reports on staffing, recruitment needs, performance issues and any areas of concern or risk regarding personnel.
• Ensure staffing requirements are in-line with budgets
• Approve all work schedules, time off, performance evaluations and supervision
• Approve monthly expenses in accordance with Centre/College policies
• Set overall performance and compliance standards and ensure staff meet expectations
• Monitor the service delivery of staff, professionals and other individuals involved in front line work to ensure quality of care
• Provide support to staff to facilitate program operations
• Coordinate and monitor outcome evaluation, quality improvement and safety protocols and procedures
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and support use of best practices
• Coach and mentor all direct reports to promote professional growth, skill development and build ability
• Provide transformational leadership to staff involved in the development and delivery of programs and support services
• Work in compliance with the Ontario Health and Safety Act, Canadore College Health and Safety Policies and Guidelines and WSIB
• Perform all tasks in a manner that promotes health and safety and reduces the risk of hazards to self and others
• Participate in regular supervisory consultations and annual performance appraisals

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Leadership / Management

• Facilitate the development and implementation of strategies and programs to advance Canadore’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility practices for the college community
• Inventory existing and established activities, plan to fill gaps, and develop and implement the IDEA roadmap and effective programs to demonstrate the College’s continued commitment
• Serve as the face and voice for the College’s commitment to IDEA, both internally and externally, finding meaningful ways to promote the organization’s progress
• Lead the college in an ongoing process to identify and make recommendations to eliminate systemic barriers and inequities in the community system
• Develop tools to measure and monitor the effectiveness of programs and initiatives
• Establish an Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Learning Commons including dedicated staff support to ensure student voice in IDEA activities
• Maintain IDEA framework and annual scorecard
• Assist with the formulation and administration of IDEA budgets for College initiatives

Relationship Management

• Act as a key point of contact with individuals across the organization; be a visible and inspiring leader and champion by relaying key messages and communicating regularly with internal stakeholders
• Partner with internal stakeholders and identify opportunities to embed IDEA and belonging through all facets of the college community
• Support the cultivation and embed IDEA champions across the community and provide support, encouragement, and expertise necessary to strengthen the commitment
• Work closely with the Office of Access and Inclusion to develop communication materials including an event calendar and associated communications
• Facilitate working groups and coordinate reporting and measurement of outcomes
• Work to build strong relationships with staff, students, community members, groups, and communities affiliated with the College

Human Resources Services

• Build and deliver employee programs, policies, and services that demonstrate IDEA as a positive employment differentiator to help the College attract and retain diverse talent
• Collaborate with the ODTM department to identify opportunities and tactical measures to integrate IDEA initiatives in talent acquisition processes
• Support ongoing initiatives across all aspects of the employee experience (recruitment and selection, training and education, succession planning, etc.) to foster a more diverse and inclusive workplace
• Collaborate with existing departments, associations, and clubs, to develop metrics for measuring the effectiveness of IDEA initiatives and provide meaningful data to key stakeholders to create insight and opinion
• Identify training opportunities and other events to promote and advance IDEA initiatives
• Collect, research, analyse and evaluate data to report on progress, make recommendations for improving employee programs, policies, and practices including responding to provincial requirements including workforce census data reports
• Establish baseline IDEA training metrics for all employees and People Leaders (e.g.: cultural safety, unconscious bias, AODA, and other related IDEA programming)

Accessibility and Compliance

• Create and lead the College’s accessibility strategy in partnership with the Director of ODTM, and Director of Student Experience & Success
• Outlines objectives, timeframes, progress reports, and requirements for legislative compliance
• Provide information on legal requirements to be met by the College on multi-year plans
• Ensure all Accessibility Ontario (AODA) policies, practices and programs are documented, administered, and implemented in accordance with legislative requirements
• Support the College with the preparation of legislative compliance reports for internal use, compliance reviews, and annual reports
• Support IDEA related facilities audits by collaborating with the Health and Safety Coordinator

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to develop a web-based digital literacy learning resource for seniors using Articulate360 products
• Develop interactive, AODA, and copyright compliant course content in an online web-based format that aligns with and is reflective of current design practices, technology integration, and a learner’s engagement needs