Chief Wellness Officer Jobs

Requisition ID: 341919

Posting End Date:August 8, 2023

City: Winnipeg

Site: Shared Health

Department / Unit: Human Resources

Job Stream: Non-Clinical

Union: Exempt

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient- centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Provincial Lead, Health Workforce, the Chief Wellness Officer will develop, lead and coordinate wellness and workforce belonging initiatives across the province with the goal of improving the physical, mental and emotional health and well-being of all employees. They will steward the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) strategy including developing and implementing strategic and systems level solutions and training to address complex equity, diversity and inclusion challenges ensuring the provision of a high standard of advice, support and delivery across the system on EDI matters.

This role leads several wellness initiatives in healthcare such as Disrupting Racism strategy and Reducing Administrative Burden for Doctor’s in Manitoba. Participation in these initiatives will require the ability to identify opportunities, create policy and training, offer experienced based solutions and gain stakeholder interest and buy-in.

The Chief Wellness Officer is responsible for the development and oversight of the execution of a strategy to address wellness challenges and opportunities and will work in partnership with other operational leaders to improve well-being primarily focusing on improving the work environment and culture.

Experience

• Five plus (5+) years’ experience in a wellness or mental health field (as a physician, nurse, physical therapist or a health educator) with five (5+) years’ experience in a senior managerial role.
• Ten plus (10+) years’ experience in senior HR leadership positions (talent management, training and development, compliance, diversity and inclusion, strategic planning, HR project management); OR

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional (CCIP™) designation as an asset.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field (psychology, social work, exercise science, nutrition, kinesiology or Education).
• Certified Professional Human Resource (CPHR) designation is an asset.

Qualifications And Skills

• Ability to engage and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work under stressful working conditions, prioritize working responsibilities effectively and manage time efficiently.
• Excellent management skills: financial, operational, and human resource.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to maintain professional manner under a variety of working circumstances.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Highly self-motivated with strong ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Strong ability to facilitate challenging discussions with groups and individuals.
• Excellent ability to effectively lead multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong leadership skills and exceptional emotional intelligence.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with data, analytics and relevant software (such as SPSS or SAS).
• Demonstrated ability to positively contribute towards reconciliation.
• A proven track record of designing and implementing health and wellness policies and programs.
• A thorough understanding of health and wellness practices as well as evidence-based approaches to wellness.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills required as well as the ability to take initiative to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct, coach and lead teams.
• Demonstrated ability to building positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be able to understand and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated solid understanding of EDI leading practices, policies, tools and experience in building inclusive programs and practices.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work safely in a typical computerized office environment with frequent meetings, and to lift and carry items of up to approximately ten (10) kg.
• Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle for regular travel within the province.
• Interruptions to respond to questions are common; dedicated and focused time for planning and concentration can be scheduled.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.