Click here as an internal applicant. Req ID: Location: ProvincialZone, Nova Scotia Hospital Department: MHA NS Policy and Planning : CNS Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT( 100) x 1 Management/Non UnionP osition Posting Closing Date: 9:May:25 Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community:based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high:quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work:life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out novascotia to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. About the Opportunity Reporting to the MH and A Program Development and working closely with the MHA Program Planning and Development Director, the Consultant is responsible for supporting the development, implementation and evaluation of MHA services, standards, guidelines and best practices and treatment services for individuals living with mental illness and addictions. The Consultant works to facilitate implementation plans associated with health services planning and contributes to quality improvement initiatives, may include but not limited to developing and implementing new models of service delivery and supporting workforce development initiatives. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: : We would love to hear from you if you have the following: : Undergraduate degree in a health discipline or a related field (Business, Administration, Health Policy) : Masters level preparation is an asset (in related health field, business, administration or public policy) : Minimum five years related experience utilizing health promotion framework to inform policy changes and to develop programs aimed at promoting health, preventing disease, enhancing population health outcomes : Background and experience in research methods, policy development, analysis and critical appraisal including awareness of evidence informed decision making. : Experience working in a healthcare setting and/or with healthcare organizations would be considered an asset : Demonstrated experience managing projects an asset : Understands the principles of professional development, project management / change management and demonstrated ability to work with and support complex work teams : Experience interpreting and analyzing data. : Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, including report writing and presentation/engagement skills. : Proficient application of word processing, excel, database, PowerPoint and graphics software : Excellent organizational skills. : Critical thinking and analytical problem solving. : Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours : PermanentFull:timePosition; 75 hours biweekly Compensation and Benefits 38.36 : 47.95 Hourly Successful candidates may b