Project Leader, Long Term Care Services - Surrey, Canada - Fraser Health

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Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families: The Project Leader, Long Term Care Services leads the planning, implementation and evaluation of sustainable improvement initiatives and delivery systems related to Fraser Health Long Term Care Services.

The focus will be to strengthen an integrated and coordinated system of service delivery by planning, guiding, supporting and assisting with implementation of initiatives, system project management, information monitoring and analyzing and evaluating the activities and initiatives.

Responsibilities Identifies and supports the implementation of initiatives that optimize service within Fraser Health Long Term Care Services.

Provides leadership in the overseeing of projects, development, implementation, coordination in Fraser Health, its Long Term Care service areas and communities in the implementation and management of special projects as assigned; key components of Special Projects include:

Coordinating Advisory Groups, Working Groups, Project Teams and Committees; providing research on topic areas, serving as a central contact/resource person for Fraser Health in relation to the projects and in the management of issues; liaising with various committees/representatives; coordinating and managing the projects within the project management framework, including required documentation and communication/issues management; evaluating and monitoring of the projects.

Assists Fraser Health Long Term Care Services Directors in responding to provincial directives and strategic initiatives by implementing changes to the Fraser Health Long Term Care Services delivery system where necessary, as requested by the Directors.

Working with the key stakeholder groups, identifies key redesign goals and develops action plans for all aspects of services, addressing all quality elements.

Develops an evaluation mechanism and establishes Key Performance Initiatives for services/initiatives. Collaborates with key stakeholders, develops service delivery plans and processes to improve service delivery.

Develops regular communication tools such as project activity reports, measure indicators and service reports as defined by stakeholders to ensure awareness of service delivery goals, Key Performance Initiatives/Goals and changes.

Works with local Directors, Managers and service providers to support the implementation of service changes that optimize Long Term Care Services bringing the appropriate groups together and implementing changes.

Supports professional practice development and knowledge transfer for service providers by facilitating regional standards development and implementation. Represents Fraser Health in the health care community on committees, organizations and public relations activities, as appropriate.

Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in healthcare or a related discipline with coursework in administration/leadership, management, and/or systems, plus five years' experience in a management or senior planner role in a health care organization including project management experience implementing strategic initiatives, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Valid BC Driver's Licence with access to a vehicle.

Competencies Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed.

Professional/Technical Capabilities Demonstrated successful management of complex projects, change management, financial management, utilization of key performance indicators and principals and processes related to risk management.

Demonstrated implementation of a complex system-wide project that requires work with interdisciplinary groups. Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple requests and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment. Demonstrated ability to problem solve, persuade, analyze and implement. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Demonstrated analytical, statistical, research and indicator development skills. Knowledge of the delivery of care in a public health care system, government processes, health authority structures and responsibilities. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Knowledge of computers and computer based programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, database and email.