Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a champion with management and leadership experience to join our Support Services department

The Manager, Support Services is responsible and accountable for the planning, delivery, coordination and evaluation of Support Services (Dietary, Environmental Services, and Laundry) at Prince Rupert (and cluster sites as permitted). Responsibilities including financial management, strategic and operational planning, physical site safety, legislative compliance, building environmental control, energy efficiency, policy and procedure development and implementation (includes Decision Support Tool oversight), participation in the implementation of capital expenditures, cost control, and overseeing the practices of operational staff.

Starting salary will be approximately from $88,990 to $111,237 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is a 24-bed facility that sees an average of 22,000 ER visits per year. It is a fully equipped facility with Medical Imaging, Laboratory, ICU, ER and Maternity. Services include:
• Acute Care
• Internal medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Ultrasound
• CT scans
• Surgery
• Emergency department
• Extended care
• Pediatrics
• Radiology
• Obstetrics
• Gynecology
Additional services such as Diabetes Education, Healthy Heart and Rehabilitation, Podiatry, Orthopedics, and other visiting specialists.

Prince Rupert is a marine-based port city with one-of-a-kind wilderness exploration and wildlife viewing experiences on northwest BC’s Pacific Coast. It’s also a popular stop on various Alaskan cruises. Located 721 km (447 miles) west of Prince George on Highway 16, Prince Rupert is the land, air, and water transportation hub of British Columbia’s North Coast, and home to 13,500 people. The city sits at the mouth of the Skeena River, surrounded by Chatham Sound and many small, uninhabited islands. The area is perfect for exploring and discovering the fascinating history and customs of local First Nations people. Prince Rupert is recognized as one of the world’s largest and leading ports and port facility expansion in the area ensures a multitude of economic opportunities now and in the future. Check out more on Prince Rupert, known as the halibut capital of the world.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualifications

• Successful completion of a certificate program in a related field from a recognized program.
• College or University diploma or degree related to position.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of recent related experience including at least three (3) years supervisory or management experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:
• Technical food production and service knowledge.
• Understanding of the principles needed to provide effective dietary, Environmental Services and laundry services in a multi-site operation.
• A good working knowledge of, and experience in a computerized environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration/consultation with others to build positive internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated skills in leadership, communication, mediation and negotiation.
• Effective interpersonal communication and troubleshooting skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to promote stability and make sound decisions in fast paced uncertain environments/situations.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

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