Pour obtenir une traduction en français de l’offre d’emploi suivante, veuillez envoyer un courriel à careers@ontariohealth.ca. Les demandes seront traitées dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables et la période de dépôt des demandes sera prolongée de trois jours. To obtain a French translation of the following job posting, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca. Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days. At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care. What Ontario Health offers: Achieving your career goals is a priority to us. Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type: Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day a health care spending or wellness spending account a premium defined benefit pension plan three personal days and two float days annually three weeks’ vacation to start (for individual contributors), increasing to four weeks after two years career development opportunities a collaborative values-based team culture a wellness program a hybrid working model participation in Communities of Inclusion Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity. The Specialist - Palliative Care Implementation is responsible for project management support for the implementation of the Palliative Care Health Services Delivery Framework ("The Delivery Framework"), initially focused on model of care recommendations for adults in community-based settings in their OH Region. They are accountable for coordinating and tracking regional work to ensure timely completion of deliverables. They will support implementing organizations (e.g., LTCH, OHTs, FHTs, HSPs) to advance palliative care through quality improvement initiatives, to monitor risks and to sustain the spread and scale of successful initiatives. Where Indigenous communities wish to be involved, they will provide support to Indigenous communities and Indigenous organizations for their implementation efforts. Here is what you will be doing: Supports the work of the Lead – Palliative Care Implementation as well as the Regional Implementation team. Evaluates, revises, and assists in the execution of plans to successfully deliver on accountabilities for a high-priority, complex initiative with multi-year duration. Applies project management processes and tools. Conducts monitoring and analysis to guide regional implementation of the Delivery Framework. Conducts regularly scheduled status reviews and escalates key issues/risks. Proposes and assists in the execution of solutions to address issues and mitigate risks. Ensures implementation of data collection tools in implementing organizations to support monitoring and evaluation. Utilizes data and evidence to help identify areas for clinical quality improvement. Additionally, supports implementing organizations to effectively use data to advance care, in collaboration with identified clinical leadership. Drafts reports focused on implementation progress. Maintains documentation as required. Expresses complex concepts effectively. Develops and presents material for review and informational purposes using excellent written, verbal, and graphical communications skills. Works closely with regional and local clinical experts to organize palliative care education. Works closely with regional and local clinical experts to organize palliative care coaching and mentoring. Work closely with site leads, clinicians, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities to align clinical and operational priorities. Develops and maintains regional and local relationships to advance regional priorities and initiative goals. Supports the sharing of lessons learned and resources within their own and other OH regions Here is what you will need to be successful: Education and Experience A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a preference for a degree in health science, health administration, business administration or a related discipline. A Master’s degree in one of the disciplines above is an asset. Project management certification is an asset (i.e., PMP). Three (3) years of project management experience is required, with a strong preference for project experience within the health care sector. Experience with palliative care initiatives is an asset. Experience with community health organizations or long-term care homes is an asset. A strong understanding of regional priorities and local health care needs, within Ontario’s health care landscape. Knowledge and Skills A commitment to developing a coordinated and standardized approach for delivering palliative care services for all people in Ontario, regardless of their age or illness. Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act, and the Excellent Care for All Act. Strong planning and project management skills. Ability to successfully execute large-scale, complex initiatives. Excels in a fast-paced and objective-based environment. Superior attention to detail with excellent organization and time management skills. Able to prioritize, effectively anticipate and respond to issues as they arise. Aptitude for proactive problem solving, by recommending thorough and practical solutions to a wide range of complex problems. A strong understanding of the continuum of care, including clinical processes, with the ability to facilitate the effective use of clinical data for quality improvement purposes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Supports the advancement of equity, inclusion, and diversity across Ontario's health care system. Commitment to engage with First Nations, Indigenous, Métis and urban Indigenous peoples as they self-determine their own approach to palliative care. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Visio and Excel. #LI-hybrid #LI- RS1 #OH-IND-REG Location East Region, Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change) Employment Type: Temporary + (Fixed Term) Full time Contract Length: 12 Month(s) Salary Band: Band 4 External Application Deadline Date: May 19, 2025 All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health. Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities. Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours. Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match. Ontario Health is the provincial agency responsible for ensuring Ontarians receive high-quality health care services where and when they need them. Since it was established in June 2019, Ontario Health has brought together the strengths of many existing health care organizations to work together to build a better health care system for all Ontarians. Building on the expertise and knowledge of our people, we are committed to applying the best of what we collectively do, and in partnership with others, to transform the health system and improve the quality and delivery of care for patients, families, and health care providers.
