Manager Regional Rehabilitative Care Program

Job Description

Job Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AND HELP LEAD WITH CARE, COMPASSION AND COMMITMENT!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Director - Regional Programs, the Manager provides leadership to improve access transitions promote adoption of best practices and system monitoring and evaluation for rehabilitation care in North West Ontario that advances the regional and provincial priorities consistent with the mission vision and values of St. Joseph's Care Group (SJCG). The Manager must be able to lead self engage others achieve results develop coalitions and conduct systems transformation to support rehabilitation across the Northwest. The Manager uses a collaborative approach inclusive of people with lived experience and family partners to plan budgets and service delivery manage fiscal and human resources and achieve performance targets for quality client outcomes.

Accountable to SJCG leadership and guided by Ontario Health North West priorities the Manager plays a key role in building relationships with local regional and provincial health care partners to advance integration of rehabilitation service delivery ensuring access across the continuum of care and smooth transitions between levels of care. Working within the North West region health structure the manager collaborates with the four Ontario Health Teams (OHT) and non-signatory First Nations communities / agencies including Federal Indigenous agencies (i.e. ISC in local system planning) and the Regional Specialized Services Network (RSSN) in regional planning for specialized rehabilitation service. The Manager facilitates an environment of collaboration and cooperation with leaders physicians staff partners and clients and families demonstrating effective communication and engagement to improve the access to and quality of rehabilitation care received by residents in the North West.

HIRING DEADLINE : February 18, 2026

Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. However, consideration of submissions after the deadline will be at the organization's discretion. Applicants are encouraged to apply by the Hiring Deadline.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

At St. Joseph's Care Group (SJCG), our diverse workforce strengthens our ability to provide culturally competent care and innovative solutions to the complex needs of our clients and communities. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, diverse race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, family status, religion, disability, and socioeconomic status, to help address under-representation and foster greater inclusivity and belonging at SJCG.

By promoting a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, we ensure that our values of care, compassion, and commitment are reflected in every aspect of our work. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and are committed to upholding these values, we encourage you to apply and join us in our journey towards a more inclusive and equitable future.

St. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities in our job application and hiring process.

WHAT YOU BRING

Education / Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in a clinically-related discipline with a preference for Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
• Registered health care professional in Ontario
• Minimum five years' progressive leadership experience with the ability to manage complex projects involving multiple agencies budgets and partners
• Knowledge and / or experience of rehabilitative care services and service delivery models (i.e. regional provincial and national policy / funding issues)
• Knowledge of the current and changing dynamics of the health care system related support services and the roles of health professionals in rehabilitative care
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources and community needs
• Experience developing implementing and sustaining network / partnerships
• Strategic planning and project management experience including demonstrated business skills as well as experience in program and system evaluation

Skills / Abilities :

Conditions of Employment :

WHY JOIN ST. JOSEPH'S CARE GROUP

St. Joseph's Care Group (SJCG) offers a meaningful career for those seeking to make a difference in health care. As a leading provider of complex care, rehabilitation, long-term care, and mental health and addiction services, SJCG is recognized for its commitment to high-quality compassionate, and people-centred care.

Experience a rewarding career and lifestyle you’ll love at the heart of Thunder Bay! Here’s what awaits you when you join our team :

APPLICATION INFORMATION

All job postings will follow the requirements outlined in the applicable collective agreement or the Terms & Conditions of Employment. If the job is not filled through this process, the posting will remain on our external site until the position is successfully filled.

Applicants who are part of the bargaining unit will be given priority consideration as set out in the relevant collective agreement. It is the applicant's responsibility to clearly demonstrate that they have the skills required for the position they are applying for.