The Health Director will be responsible for human and financial resources, and will engage and support department heads and all the employees of the Society to be fiscally responsible, collaborative and respectful
XaaydaGa Dlaang Society
Skidegate Health Centre
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Full Time
External Posting
HEALTH DIRECTOR
Department: Located in Skidegate, Haida Gwaii
Reporting to: Board of Directors
Working Conditions: Mondays to Fridays 8:30 – 4:30
Salary Range: $52.88 – $64.90/hour
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Health Director is responsible for the provision of leadership and direction necessary to plan, organize, implement, maintain, and evaluate the Health Services of the organization. They lead the senior management team in a collaborative approach which demonstrates considerable judgement when dealing with clients and ensures that the health services provided are culturally relevant, have a high standard of care and service, and promote the wellbeing of the community. The Health Director will be responsible for human and financial resources, and will engage and support department heads and all the employees of the Society to be fiscally responsible, collaborative and respectful. The Health Director will meet with the Board of Directors on a monthly basis and report on progress to achieving the strategic goals of the XaaydaGa Dlaang Society.
The Health Director will be committed to the Haida Model of Health Service Delivery, focus on building positive programming, and a positive culture aligned with the four Haida Laws:
• Yahguudang Respect,
• Ad Kyaanang tlaagang To Ask First,
• Tlllyahda Make it Right and
• Gina Waadluuxan gud ad Kwagid Everything depends on everything else
The full job description will be available upon request.
*Applicants’ resumes will be screened against the following and should clearly indicate they meet the established criteria. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Education, Training & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences or Administration, or related management courses with First Nations Health Directors Association (FNHDA)
5 years of management experience in community or health services
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge and understanding of Haida culture, values and impacts of intergenerational trauma and colonization
Excellent leadership and collaboration skills
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a variety of people and circumstances
Understanding of governance, and experience working with a Board of Directors
Valid Class 5 Driver’s license
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All staff must maintain confidentiality of all records of business within the Health Centre
Employees must abide by the Skidegate Health Centre’s Code of Conduct
Criminal Record Check is required
PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO
Heather Johnson, Senior Human Resources Consultant, HR West Consulting Email: heather@hrwest.ca
Pursuant to Section 41 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Indigenous Ancestry.
POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Only Applicants to be interviewed will be contacted
Location: Skidegate Health Centre, 156 2nd Ave., Skidegate Haida Gwaii
2025-05-06~HG
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