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    BEST Program Manager - Edson, Canada - Grande Yellowhead Public School Division No. 77

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    Description

    Applications are invited for the position of:

    BEST Program Manager - Temporary

    Position : Full-Time Temporary BEST Program Manager

    Location : Educational Service Centre - Edson, AB

    Term Date : September 1, 2024 until October 31, 2025, or upon return of the incumbent, whichever happens sooner.

    Hours of Work : 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours per week) Monday-Friday

    The competition will remain open until: May 14, 2024

    The Grande Yellowhead Public School

    Division is looking for a Temporary BEST

    Program Manager.

    The Program Manager is a key

    position to champion the work of MHCB within school divisions and to ensure

    deliverables within the contract are met. This position is responsible and

    accountable for providing leadership, direction and structure to support the

    overall vision, mission and objectives of the Mental Health Capacity Building

    (MHCB) Initiative.

    This position requires someone who

    has been formally educated in the health or social sciences field (such as

    health promotion & prevention, social work, nursing, psychology, public health)

    and who can mentor and support success coaches, provide supervision and collaborate

    with community partners while managing service needs and priorities. An understanding

    of health promotion and prevention philosophy, strategies and principles is essential.

    The Program Manager ensures

    strategic use of human resources in providing the most effective and efficient

    service delivery. This role is also responsible for planning and determining allocation

    of resources. The Program Manager engages key partners and stake holders in

    community collaborative networks to ensure access points to specialized

    addiction and mental health services and community resources. The Program

    Manager is also involved in planning awareness events such as mental health

    week.

    This person is also responsible for

    ensuring programming meets provincial standards; maintaining records in

    accordance with HIA and FOIPP; and ensures compliance with all relevant Alberta

    Health Services (AHS) policies, contracts, and special agreements.

    Role and Responsibilities

    The successful candidate will be a collaborative person with proficiency in the areas of student mental health and wellness. The responsibilities include:

    Developing and implementing a service plan that aligns with MHCB Initiative objectives;

    Ensuring timely submission of financial, statistical and narrative reports as required by AHS;

    Overseeing the dissemination and completion of evaluation surveys as required by AHS;

    Liaising with school administration, community partners and other stakeholders;

    Overseeing and ensuring overall quality and consistency of services;

    Leadership, coordination and supervision of other MHCB staff members; up to and including interviewing, selection of candidates and performance management;

    Providing a high level of fiscal control and accountability for the budget;

    Analyzing change processes and making necessary adjustments to maximize effectiveness.

    Delivery of programming, presentations or other events and referrals of students and others as required and in keeping with Appendix B-5.

    Requirements

    The successful candidate will:

    A related post-secondary degree or diploma in social sciences, or relevant courses and experience

    At least 3 years of experience working in addiction and mental health with promotion and prevention work an asset.

    Knowledge of mental health and wellness, health promotion and prevention and child and youth development.

    Effective verbal and written skills including the ability to listen to others and communicate clearly.

    Leadership skills which include supervision of staff or students

    Self-directed

    Involvement in community committees and strong facilitation skills.

    Ability to engage others and develop working relationships with community partners

    Resource management skills.

    Skill and knowledge in program facilitation and implementation, as well as change management.

    Solid comprehension and practice of personal and professional boundaries.

    Resilience & a commitment to personal development

    Ability to maintain healthy work-life balance.

    An awareness of the community's economic, cultural and political environment.

    Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

    Knowledge of social media tools is an asset.

    Ability to work within and manage a restricted budget

    All professions must provide proof of licensure or registration with the approved Alberta regulatory college, prior to commencing duties where applicable:

    o Regulated health professions under the Alberta Health Professions Act and Health

    o Disciplines Act will be required to show an original copy of a valid practice permit before commencing their duties.

    o Other professions governed by government acts, college or regulatory body requirements may be required to provide additional documentation.

    The Division

    Grande Yellowhead School Division (GYPSD) stretches from Jasper National Park, east to Evansburg, south of Cadomin, and northwest to Grande Cache. The jurisdiction includes 17 schools, 5 Learning Connection Centres, approximately 5000 students and 600 staff. The Division is governed by seven elected Trustees.

    The Board's four main priorities are:

    Student Learning

    Teaching and Leadership Excellence

    Community Engagement

    System Health and Wellness

    GYPSD schools offer a broad range of JK-12 programs. Principals focus on strong instructional leadership using generative dialogue to support teacher growth and supervision.

    The Division is noted for its commitment to strong literacy practices infused across the curriculum, inclusive education and for its innovative technology programs.

    Benefits of GYPSD

    Comprehensive Health Benefits including 100 % Division paid for Extended Health Care, Vision and Dental

    Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance

    $725 per year to allocate within a Health and Wellness Spending Account.

    Access to Professional Development

    Vacation Entitlement

    Salary will be based upon a review of the candidate's relevant education and experience.

    Monthly salary range $5, $6,667.00

    Applicants are asked to include the following in their applications:

    Cover Letter

    Resume

    Contact information for a minimum of three employment-related references

    Note: We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

    In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:

    a Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check

    a Child Intervention Record Check



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