Specialist, Mental Health and Addictions

The Specialist demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Specialist must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Specialist will develop partnerships and work closely with
system and community partners. This position will primarily focus and support the action plan with Mental Health and Addiction Priority project. 
 

Position #: 9012129

Expected Start Date: June 29, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Director Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan Task Team

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 31, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3-5 years' recognized experience in a complex health care environment

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a health related discipline

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Lean improvement training/certification is an asset.
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

• Advanced - Collaborative skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Project management skills
• Advanced - Computer skills
• Advanced - Demonstrates leadership skills
• Advanced - Organizational skills
• Advanced - Planning skills
• Advanced - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Advanced - Facilitation skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Analytical thinking and the ability to assist others to recognize key issues
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Knowledge of First Nations and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge of the healthcare system in Saskatchewan.

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan 
• Experience in the area of child and youth mental health and addictions services