Registered Nurse (rn), Team Leader, Long Term Care And Recovery

Position Summary
Bring your project management, creative problem solving and team leadership expertise to this exciting role with our Project & Portfolio team.

Under the Supervision of the NW Area Manager, Mental Health Services, the Team Leader is responsible for the development, maintenance, and access for mental health and addictions housing and recovery services for the Northwest. This role works in close partnership locally with the other Team Leaders Mental Health and Addiction Services. Regionally, the role works closely in partnership with other related housing and recovery services developments. The role is responsible for the effective management of the NW Mental Health and Long Term Care and Recovery Services including the operations of the NW services for Seven Sisters residence; Birchwood Place; and the management of the housing component of the Supported Independent Living Program.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days, 08:00 to 16:00

Terrace The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes, and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation, and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

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

Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page

Qualfications
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN registrant.
• Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years working experience with a broad range of mental health clients; including recent related supervisory experience.

Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to implement innovative programs.
• Ability to facilitate positive change.
• Ability to set and meet planned goals.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to create effective teams.
• Ability to delegate appropriately.
• Ability to develop staff.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to apply regional priorities to administrative and clinical initiatives.
• Ability to physically carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to use an electronic file system for service delivery.
• Must have a Class 5 Driver’s license and use of own vehicle.

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.