Professional Practice Leader – Social Work

Position Summary
Interior Health is seeking a permanent full time Professional Practice Leader, Social Work to join our team at the Lansdowne Centre in beautiful Kamloops, B.C.

Who Are We Looking For?

We require an experienced, confidently assertive, collaborative leader who thrives in managing cross portfolio responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be strong at developing relationships and bridging the multidisciplinary team.

Salary Range:

Effective April 1, 2024, the pay scale for this position is $51.47 to $64.27

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career Growth
• Employer paid training/education
• Employer paid vacation starting at 4 weeks (20 days)
• Medical Service Plan
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan
• Balanced lifestyle

What Will You Work On?

Administrative Component:

In accordance with established mission, vision and values of the organization, this position is accountable for the administration, supervision, planning and budgeting of the department. Reporting to the Allied Health Director on administrative matters this position is responsible for monitoring and managing budgets, workload, quality, labour relations and human resource issues. The incumbent is responsible for interpreting and implementing all organizational regulations, policies and procedures as they apply to Allied Health services in their respective area, site, department or program.

Professional Leader Component:

Provides leadership and representation for the assigned Allied Health profession in their respective area, site, department or program. The position is responsible for ensuring that standards for the Allied Health profession are consistent with regulatory/accrediting body standards and relevant legislation. Contributes to the development of the profession throughout the health authority via the practice council. Advises the Allied Health Director on professional practice issues and other matters regarding the Allied Health services.

Scheduling Information:

Shift times are from 08:00 to 16:00 hours. Days of work are Monday to Friday.

About this location/unit

Lansdowne Centre is one of Interior Health’s Mental Health Centres which provide many services including adult community support, adult short-term assessment and treatment, community residential programs, geriatric programs, crisis intervention, day and outpatient programs, addictions counselling, concurrent disorders services, group therapy, peer support, and after-hours mental health support.

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team will allow you to challenge yourself professionally while enjoying all the personal pursuits available to you within this fantastic community.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.

For a challenging, growth-oriented career in a beautiful natural setting where balanced lifestyle choices abound, come to Interior Health and join our quest to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the Province of B.C.

Come live, work and play where others only vacation. Make a difference. Love your work. Apply today!

Qualfications
Education, Training and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized degree from an accredited program in the assigned Allied Health profession

• Recent five (5) years' clinical practice including a minimum of two (2) years’ Supervisory or Management experience in the assigned Allied Health field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

• Current Registration with the College or current Certification with the appropriate Association/Body for the assigned Allied Health profession/discipline as applicable

• Valid BC Driver’s license.