Director Woodland Wellness Centre

Lac La Ronge Indian Band•La Ronge, SK

3d•CA$123,869 - CA$159,884•Onsite

About The Position

Woodland Wellness Centre, an incorporated affiliate of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band, is seeking an experienced, mission-driven leader to direct its holistic addictions treatment, prevention, and aftercare program. This senior executive role carries full accountability for program quality, clinical and cultural integrity, a budget in excess of $2 million, and the supervision of all program staff and supervisors, reporting directly to the Board of Directors.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Addictions or Health related field;
Certified by a recognized Canadian alcohol and drug certification body;
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a senior Leadership role;
Experience in administration and addictions fields and counselling programs;
Knowledge and understanding of the links between addictions treatment and health issues at the First Nations community level;
Experience working with budget maintenance and reporting in excess of $2M;
Experience in facilitating groups, public speaking, presentations; and writing reports;
Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office;
Must possess valid CPR & First Aid Training.
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
Satisfactory Driver's Abstract

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Woodland Cree culture & traditions;
The ability to speak/understand the Cree language.
As a role model for the communities served, a personal commitment to holistic wellness and a sober, addiction-free lifestyle is expected.

Responsibilities

Responsible for monitoring and assessing the Wellness Centre program and service quality to promote a health addiction-free lifestyle.
Enhance the well-being of communities by providing holistic (physical, emotional, mental and spiritual) counselling in the area of prevention, treatment and aftercare;
Direct day-to-day management of all Wellness Centre programs, services, including oversight of 60+ employees and day-to-day facility operations.
Set program strategy in alignment with organizational objectives and accreditation standards
Own the program budget: planning, management, and reporting (>$2M)
Oversee Addictions Management Information System (AMIS) reporting
Prepare and deliver quarterly and annual reports to the Board of Directors
Direct delivery of holistic (physical, emotional, mental, spiritual) counselling across prevention, treatment, and aftercare
Develop and maintain operational and program policy and procedures manuals
Develop and enhance service delivery models in consultation with ISC, FNIHB, and SHA.
Development and implementation of: Annual Reports; and Quarterly Reports.
Oversee and provide direction and support to the Nurse Practitioner and nursing staff on client health care needs.
Serve as senior executive liaison to the Board of Directors and community/partner agencies.