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DIRECTOR - ADDICTION TREATMENT CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
Canadore College
Location: North Bay, ON
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director will lead an interdependent, multidisciplinary team, serving clients with addictions issues and will provide the overall management of front-line programs and services offered by the Addiction Treatment Centre of Excellence.
The Director will contribute to the Centre’s corporate management agenda by providing strong leadership for all aspects of addictions services. The incumbent will work in collaboration with the leadership team to drive performance, sustain high levels of employee engagement, and develop and sustain a leadership culture that aligns with and achieves the Centre’s mission, vision and strategy.
Through proactive planning, the Director will organize and prioritize tasks to foster excellence within the overall college-program mix as well as ensure a positive reputation that is consistent with the mission and vision and commitment to its 5 Pillars; Student Success, Program and Service Excellence, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Connection to Community and Sustainability.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful completion of a post-secondary Degree in Health Care or Human Wellness or related field; Masters would be considered an asset
- Minimum five (5) years of recent experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation at a senior level
- Management experience with Addictions and Mental Health Treatment facilities is preferred
- Working knowledge of (or willingness to learn) the Acts that may occur to complete the duties of the job (i.e. Ministry of Health and Long Term Care Act, Occupational Health and Safety Cat and the Health Care Consent Act)
- Knowledge of Indigenous health and wellness practices is an asset
- Demonstrated ability to be a strategic and entrepreneurial thinker and planner
- Superior interpersonal and language skills to develop manage and maintain a wide-range of stakeholder links/ relationships; facilitate suitable partnerships, diplomatically while working in collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders
- Experience in budgets, project management, conflict resolution, entrepreneurship, marketing, human resources and developing partnerships linkages
- Superior leadership abilities reinforced by intellectual agility, objectivity, emotional intelligence and self-awareness
- Superior analytical, organizational and managerial skills demonstrated within a diverse, unionized work environment
- Ability to cope with a demanding workload, remain calm and focused under pressure with an ability to manage and deal with a wide range of individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs
- Superior skills in public and private negotiation, conflict resolution and collaboration building
- Strong understanding of provincial government processes for funding and program development
- Knowledge of policy and process related to mental health and addiction treatment, case management, and public safety
- Solid understanding of applicable professional and regulatory standards/requirements
- Exceptional communication, listening, interpersonal and presentation skills with a demonstrated ability to consult widely and fairly in the identification of problems or opportunities and effective solutions
- Previous experience with supervision of various staff within a unionized setting
- Knowledge of the community college educational structure and experience in the community college environment
- Ability to coordinate multiple and diverse activities
- Commitment to remain up to date in changes to policies, procedures and legislation as well as staying current in required training and certifications
- Knowledge of, and sensitivity to, gender, race, sexual orientation, age and multicultural issues
- Access to a reliable vehicle on a daily basis for work purposes
- Willing to travel between sites for the Centre, College and satellite sites
- Willing to work flexible hours; days, evenings, weekends and holidays
- Ability to speak a second language is preferred
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
A cover letter together with a current resume, quoting the above competition number, will be accepted or by E-Mail at careers@canadorecollege.ca , or Fax: 705-474-8005, until 12:00 p.m., April 18, 2022.
**VACANCY WILL REMAIN POSTED UNTIL FILLED**
Canadore College is committed to diversity, inclusion and equity.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For more information on Canadore College, please visit our website at http://www.canadorecollege.ca
INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND ACCESSIBILITY (IDEA) SPECIALIST
Location: Canadore College – North Bay, ON
POSITION SUMMARY:
DEADLINE: THURSDAY, JUNE 30, 2022 – 12:00 P.M.
Reporting to the Director, Organizational Development and Talent Management, the IDEA Specialist will work on enhancing campus culture by identifying systemic barriers and providing recommendations for continued positive, inclusive, and accepting environments with a commitment to continuous improvements and enhanced equity, diversity, and inclusion capacity.
The Specialist will work to address the personal, structural, and cultural barriers to change and will provide regular consultation, transparent communication, and meaningful opportunities for campus community engagement in IDEA skill-building activities and overall organization inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility capacity enhancement. Consultation will include research, assessment, and evaluation to inform planning and decision-making. The Specialist will organize, strategize, and implement activities for all college stakeholders in support of realizing IDEA goals and will be primarily responsible for guiding a distributed IDEA approach that mobilizes all college stakeholders in realizing strategic IDEA objectives.
The incumbent will provide coordination and leadership to enacting and realizing the Canadore College EDI framework and plan and provide overall strategy and guidance to IDEA outcomes at the College consistent with the mission, vision, and commitment to its 5 Pillars; Student Success, Program, and Service Excellence, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Connection to Community and Sustainability.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful completion of an Undergraduate Degree in a relevant field coupled with experience in Human Resources, Business Management, Law, Communications, etc.
- Certification and/or specialized training in Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience developing IDEA initiatives and training plans, experience working with program/project processes
- Experience championing, leading, and executing large-scale initiatives to drive organizational and transformative change
- Thorough understanding of IDEA principles and best practices
- Experience and understanding of applicable Canadian legislation such as Human Rights, Health and Safety, Employment Standards, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
- Advanced public speaking and facilitation skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff and stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to deliver results on strategic objectives through effective planning, team management, and problem-solving
- Passionate about connecting with and learning from diverse communities; commitment to anti-racism, inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility
- Collaborative and creative problem0sover, ability to understand and enable diverse viewpoints and approaches
- Excellent interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written), and collaboration skills to advocate and influence change
- Demonstrated superior judgment, tact, and diplomacy required to address sensitive topics and effectively manage relationships
- Understanding and awareness of market and competitive trends and goals related to both internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with changing deadlines
- Familiarity with performance measurement and program evaluation as an asset
- Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to dig deeply into ambiguous or counterintuitive data to decompose and identify diverse segments
- Possess a sincere, demonstrated an empathetic connection and understanding of underrepresented groups (Black, People with disabilities, People of Color, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous, Neurodivergent individuals)
- Demonstrated resilience and tolerance for change/ambiguity, ability to cope with change finding ways to advance work and projects.
- Willing to travel between sites for the Centre, College, and satellite sites
- Must be able to reliably commute and/or relocate to North Bay, ON required – To learn more about North Bay please visit Tourism North Bay - The Gateway to the North
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
A cover letter together with a current resume, quoting the above competition number, will be accepted by email at careers@canadorecollege.ca , until 12:00 p.m., closing date
Canadore College is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For more information on Canadore College, please visit our website at http://www.canadorecollege.ca
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
Centre of Access, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Lifelong Learning
Location: Commerce Court Campus – North Bay, ON
POSITION SUMMARY:
DEADLINE: TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2022 – 12:00 p.m.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree, Diploma, or Certificate related to eLearning Instructional Design, Educational Technologies, Web/Multimedia Development, or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years of practical experience and expertise in eLearning development, course development, learning management systems population, and web-based authoring tools related to education/training
- Intermediate to expert knowledge and use of Articulate 360, Storyline 360, Rise 360, H5P, and Microsoft 365 is required
- Certificates or completed courses in computer graphics and multimedia software applications: AdobeCreative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign; etc.) is required; Intermediate programming skills: HTML, JavaScript; Action Script; Cascading Style Sheets, and an understanding of programming is an asset
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects using a variety of tools and coordinate large-scale project tasks with relevant team members. Experience applying the requirements of AODA legislation and copyright regulations to create educational materials
- Demonstrated skills in curriculum design and development
- Educational technology, instructional design, and technology-enabled learning required
- Excellent writing skills with proofing and editing proficiency
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
A cover letter together with a current resume, quoting the above competition number will be accepted by the Organizational Development and Talent Management Department, by e-mail at careers@canadorecollege.ca until 12:00 p.m., June 28, 2022.
Canadore College is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Contact Us
Organizational Development & Talent Management
(Formerly Human Resources)
Thank you for your interest in Canadore College.
Pursuant to the AODA, Canadore College is pleased to accommodate individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process.
Please call any member of the ODTM team if you require an accommodation to ensure your equal participation.
Phone: 705.474.7600
Fax: 705.474.8005
Resumes received at: careers@canadorecollege.ca
Department Staff
Jodee Brown Yeo, Director
jodee.brownyeo@canadorecollege.ca
705.474.7600 ext. 5542
Lucie Laperrière, Manager
lucie.laperriere@canadorecollege.ca
705.474.7600 ext. 5448
Jaclyn Jackson, Pension & Benefits Specialist
jaclyn.jackson@canadorecollege.ca
Sorel Harrison, Generalist
sorel.harrison@canadorecollege.ca
Melissa Whalen, Generalist
melissa.whalen@canadorecollege.ca
705.498.3019
Ashley McCulloch, Assistant
ashley.mcculloch@canadorecollege.ca
705.474.7600 ext. 5332