Click here as an internal applicant. Req ID: Location: NorthernZone, Aberdeen Hospital Department: MHA Provincial Quality : CNS Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT( 100) x 1 Management/Non UnionP osition Posting Closing Date: 13: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 Manager MHA Quality and Safety, Mental Health and Addictions, the Quality Leader advances the work of the Mental Health and and Addictions program by providing: : Leadership and support to the Mental Health and Addictions, Northern Zone Leadership Team, and support to the NZ MHA Directors domain of responsibility,Quality Committee, managers, and staff on strategic and operational planning, clinical efficiency, performance measurement, quality improvement, patient safety, evaluation initiatives, and quality reviews : Knowledge and expertise in the identification, development, and implementation of operational and performance measurement initiatives such as improved structures, processes, and practices that impact positively on the outcomes for patients and families. : Leadership and decision support for health systems analysis and redesign initiatives consistent with a population health and integrated health system approach. : Analytical and research support in the form of statistical reports, literature reviews, environmental scans, best practice guidelines, and benchmarking standards. The Quality Leaderuses theirexcellent quantitative and analytical skills to lead projects and initiatives and make recommendations to the Mental Health and Addictions Leadership Team and committees to prioritize and evaluate initiatives. The Quality Leaderdemonstrates a working knowledge of project planning and project management methodologies. The successful candidatepossesses strong communication and interpersonal skills that enable themto work as a member of a team, facilitate groups and present information within various levels of the Zone and provincial health care environments. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: : Bachelor's degree in a related health care discipline required : Masters Degree in Health Services Administration (MHSA), Business Administration (MBA) or an equivalent combination of education/experience an asset. : Experience in a mental health setting an asset. : Five years' experience in strategic planning, project management, facilities planning, program development and evaluation, or quality management in a health care setting. : Demonstrated experience in project management, coordination and group facilitation. : Experience in working with senior administration and clinicians in collaborative/partnership activities.