Health Service Lead (Designated) - Primary Health Care

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Req ID: 224478
Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Department: Primary Health Care
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 12-Aug-26

About the Opportunity

Please Note: This is a designated position. The successful candidate must be from the following designated group in order to be considered; must self-identify as Indigenous. When applying, please ensure your Candidate Profile and Personal Information is up to date which includes any self-identifications.

The Health Services Lead, Primary Health Care is a member of the Primary Health Care leadership team and is responsible for advancing priorities of the portfolio via supporting the ongoing development and implementation of assigned Primary Health Care, Wellness, Chronic Disease Management, Department of Family Practice programs services and initiatives. The Health Services Lead is responsible for day-to-day operations of multiple teams spanning wellness, chronic disease and family practice collaborative teams. The Health Services Lead works together with other members of the Primary Health Care leadership team to implement multiple Primary Health Care projects and initiatives to support advancement of patient centered, community based primary health care programs and services within their Zone of Nova Scotia Health.

The Health Services Lead works closely with all interprofessional teams to manage performance standards and operational requirements by facilitating the development and implementation of consistent Primary Health Care and organizational priorities, while respecting uniqueness and individuality of practices and communities.

Please note this position requires travel to facilities within Northern Zone. A valid drivers' license and access to transportation is required.

About You

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

• Bachelors' degree in a health discipline or related field required
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years' recent and related progressive leadership experience in a health care setting required
• Experience in Primary Health Care will be considered an asset
• Current registration with professional association (if applicable)
• Demonstrated knowledge of primary health care, health promotion, health determinants, and dynamics of health needs in community
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral, written and presentation) skills including the ability to work collaboratively with various professional and community individuals, demonstrating a high level of judgement, tact, creativity, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience in program development, project management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in community settings
• Demonstrated ability to work with physicians and stakeholders across multiple governance structures to establish and sustain strong collaborative family practice teams
• Demonstrated experience in change management initiatives
• Strong human resource management and financial management skills
• Physical and mental capabilities to perform the duties of the position such as working irregular hours and under pressure to meet strict deadlines; ability to keep projects operating concurrently
• Proficiency with computer applications
• Experience in a unionized environment will be considered an asset
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required (travel will be required)
• Competencies in other languages an asset, Mi'kmaq preferred

Please ensure your resume is up-to-date and includes all relevant education, experience, training and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holiday

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Management
Band: 5
Hourly Rate: $45.75 - $56.04
Annual Salary: $89,205 - $109,276

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.