Emergency Disaster Management Specialist

Reporting to the Manager of Emergency & Disaster Management (EDM), the EDM Specialist facilitates the building of the hospital’s capability to effectively respond to internal and external emergencies/disasters by developing and managing the administration of response plans, resources, tools, education, training and exercises for staff, physicians and affiliates at all levels of the organization. With expertise in emergency management operations, the EDM Specialist is a professional role model and resource for staff at all levels of HHS, collaborating and participating in the development of program/project specific plans and resources that promote the corporate objectives of the EDM office. With the support of the EDM Manager, the EDM Specialist is expected to assist in the execution of all phases of emergency management including the response to and follow up after incidents by supporting hospital teams respond to active emergencies and by facilitating debriefs along with the execution of identified action items. The EDM Specialist assists the EDM team in ensuring HHS is compliant with regulatory and professional standards and with developing new best practices to benefit both HHS and the overall healthcare emergency management field.
Undergraduate Degree in Emergency Disaster Management or equivalent;

• Project management experience is an asset;
• Excellent written, oral communication, and coaching skills;
• 3 years emergency management experience, preferable in healthcare;
• Ability to operate and perform in high stress environments
• Results driven and focussed on stakeholder success;
• Evidence of effective interpersonal, leadership, judgment, critical thinking and decision-making skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks accordingly;
• Able to travel between sites for meetings and training activities;
• Excellent planning, analytical and organizational skills;
• Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with minimal supervision;
• Experience in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and training programs;
• Ability to gather and synthesize data to reach understanding of situations;
• Proficiency in using computer & software technology eg. SharePoint, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) etc.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team;
• Certifications in Incident Management/Command Systems and Exercise Design;

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services.
Job
Administrative/Service
Primary Location
Ontario-Hamilton
This position will be located at
St. Peter's Hospital
Organization
EDM
Status
Regular
Hours per week
37.5
Number of Openings
1
Union Code
Non Union Employees
Minimum Salary
37.0000
Maximum Salary
47.4400
Post Date
Apr 27, 2023, 12:00:00 AM
May 4, 2023, 11:59:00 PM
Unit Summary
As Ontario’s most comprehensive healthcare system, and the only one in the province to provide care from pre-birth to end of life, Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) offers endless opportunities. You can explore advancement opportunities, take professional development courses, and stretch yourself as a leader. We are the largest employer in the greater Hamilton region, are a world-renowned hospital for healthcare research, and we focus on improving the quality of care for our patients through innovation and evidence-based practices. Our multi-site hospital has over 1,400 beds and we offer world-leading expertise in many areas, including cardiac and stroke care, cancer care, palliative care and pediatrics. As a HOOPP Employer, HHS offers one of the largest defined benefit pension plans in Canada, providing our employees with a stable retirement pension for life.
In Addition To Overseeing The HHS EDM Program, EDM Also
As part of HHS, the Emergency & Disaster Management department is an integral part of the support services, providing emergency and disaster management services such as developing plans, training, and providing direct incident support to the multiple Hospital sites.

• Coordinates the Code Captain program
• Serves as EDM liaison with hospital partners
• Reviews and maintains corporate Emergency Operations Plans and supporting documentation.
• Ensures HHS is meeting regulatory and professional standards for EDM

The department’s goals can best be summarized as fostering service excellence through innovation and engagement which supports HHS’s vision by ensuring that the best care is provided for all, even when emergencies and disasters strike.
Schedule Work Hours
Monday to Friday; Days
Guidelines
Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.
To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Operations at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.
This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment
Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset
If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:
Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement
Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement
Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement
Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement
Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement