Manager, Nutrition Services

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Saskatoon, SK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Nutrition Services, is a key leader in Saskatchewan health care, partnering with system leaders to achieve our province’s healthcare goals. Reporting to the Director of Nutrition Services, the Manager is responsible for creating operational lines of sight that connect to the goals and objectives of the SHA. The Manager supports strategy through the development and execution of operational and business plans, including cascading, monitoring, reporting, and course correction of same. The Manager demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client‐centric culture. The Manager must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Manager will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Requirements

• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Bachelor of Education (BEd)
• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Completion of an approved Dietetic Practicum Program
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Analytical skills
• Computer skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Financial skills
• Leadership skills
• 5 years' experience as a Registered Dietitian
• Experience in leadership
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in leadership strategies
• Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Knowledge in LEAN management system
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

• Public Health Nutrition experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Creating operational lines of sight that connect to the goals and objectives of the SHA.
• Supporting strategy through the development and execution of operational and business plans, including cascading, monitoring, reporting, and course correction of same.
• Demonstrating strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client‐centric culture.
• Working cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations.
• Developing partnerships and working closely with system and community partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager