N-consultant 9r Nu - Halifax, Canada - Nova Scotia Health Authority

Nova Scotia Health Authority

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Req ID:182520**
Company: Nova Scotia Health

Location:
Central
Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII**
Department:FMS Mgr Emergency Preparedness CZ**
Type of Employment:Permanent
Hourly FT
(100%
FTE) x 1
position(s)
**Status: MGMT/NON-Union
Management/Non Union

Position
Posting Closing Date:28-Jun-24Nova 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.

About the Opportunity:

Reporting to the Zone Manager, Emergency Preparedness, and working with the zone and Nova Scotia Health teams, the Emergency Preparedness Consultant is responsible for coordinating activities within the designated zone related to emergency planning and response.

The Consultant will also be responsible for coordinating activities within the zone related to education & training, emergency exercising, emergency planning, response (including the support of an Incident Management Team) and continuity planning.

The Consultant works under the authority of the manager and is responsible for participating in the development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of all components of a comprehensive and provincially integrated emergency preparedness program.

The Consultant will also work with the Emerging and Re-Emerging Infections Network (ERIN) on outbreak and pandemic planning.

The Consultant is committed to achieving the best outcomes in healthcare and service delivery, safe care, and continuous improvement to meet or exceed all accreditation and legislative requirements.

About You:

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

University Degree in Emergency/Disaster Management

- or, an Advanced Diploma in Emergency Management with a demonstrated relevant combination of continuing education, training and progressive leadership experience may be considered

Master's Degree in Emergency/Disaster Management or relevant field would be an asset
Three (3) years recent and related experience in the following areas:
Working in an Emergency Management program
Development and implementation of emergency preparedness plans, procedures, protocols, guidelines
Working in a Business Continuity Program
Development and implementation of Business Continuity Plans/Continuity of Operations Plans, procedures, protocols, guidelines
Delivering training and education to adults
Emergency Exercise Program e.g., Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) through FEMA
Working in intergovernmental relationships and strategic partnerships
Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or Associate Emergency Manager (AEM); if not, a commitment to complete the designation within a specified time is required
Education and experience related to Business Continuity Planning or Continuity of Operations Program
Professional certification in BCP/COOP will be considered an asset
Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning through continuing education in risk and emergency management, continuity planning, project and change management and response programs
Healthcare or Public Health emergency management experience an asset
Ability to lead with confidence, patience and integrity when interacting with professional leadership teams during emergencies;
Highly effective written and verbal communication, collaboration and coordination skills
Ability to work positively in stressful situations
Good project management skills. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the testing of emergency response, recovery support, and business resumption procedures
Excellent critical thinking and problemsolving skills with an ability to deal with conflicting demands and interruptions
Knowledge in the use of Windows, Microsoft Office products, internet and electronic mail
Experience engaging, mentoring and empowering teams and stakeholders in a collaborative, participatory manner
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Travel to various sites is required, must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle