Director, System Transformation - Provincial System Support Program

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada's largest academic health sciences centre and one of the world's leading research centres in mental illness. Dedicated to improving the lives of patients today and tomorrow, CAMH is a leader in clinical care, research, education, and system building, nationally and globally. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system - a world where Mental Health is Health.

To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at: www.camh.ca.

The role of Director, System Transformation is an exciting and unique career opportunity. Reporting to the SVP Public Affairs, Partnerships and Chief Strategy Officer, and working closely with the leadership at the Centre of Excellence on Mental Health and Addictions (COE) at Ontario Health, the successful candidate will foster a strong primary partnership with the COE and work with key stakeholders across CAMH and the mental health system. This new role is a unique opportunity to contribute to implementation of provincial programs improving access to mental health care and supports across Ontario.

The Director will lead a team of professional staff responsible for delivering a suite of products and services in support of the mental health system, aligned with the COE's strategic goals and the CAMH strategic plan. The Director needs to be highly collaborative, working across CAMH, collaborating with COE leadership, and engaging across the sector with key stakeholders. This position supports the development, implementation and evaluation of products and services, across the system. The work will bring evidence to bear, including equity and focused on data-driven approaches. Together with the COE, this is a unique opportunity to drive and influence change in system planning and development. The team will stay abreast of policy trends and synthesize evidence to support mental health policies and programs. You will oversee the financial agreement supporting the delivery of services, monitoring and measuring financial performance and managing risk as well as recruit, train and support the development of program staff. The Director will foster a strong working relationship between CAMH and the COE. The Director will be able to communicate program goals and outcomes and provide clear communications to all stakeholders. This position is located at 250 College Street.

• A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field such as public health, health administration, health systems, social work, psychology, or a related discipline is often required.
• 10+ years of experience in provincial health program management at a leadership level.
• A leader who can engage, guide and motivate a multidisciplinary team in times of opportunity and ambiguous situations.
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively in a wide range of settings with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated record of accomplishment for excellence in execution; you can lead with vision, set ambitious goals, as well as innovate, improve and promote accountability and excellence.
• Proven administrative and budgetary leadership
• Excellent organizational, collaboration and communication skills - written and oral presentation
• Highly effective interpersonal abilities
• Advanced strategic and creative problem-solving skills and ability to function as a self-starter
• Leads competencies include strategic and creative thinking, leads self, engages others, achieves results, develops partnerships and system transformation
• Bilingualism (English/French) or proficiency in a second language is considered an asset

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Salary Range: Competitive salary and benefits package.

CAMH is a Tobacco-Free Organization.

CAMH is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is a teaching hospital and research institute. As a CAMH employee, you will be expected to actively support CAMH's teaching and research activities, in addition to supporting the clinical work of the hospital.

At CAMH, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

CAMH actively seeks candidates from First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.