Job Listing | Chief

Salary Range: $110,000 to $120,000 initial DOQ/DOE
Location: Christian Island, ON Organization: Beausoleil First Nation EMS

Job Type: Full-time
Expiration Date: August 12, 2021
Classification: Non-union

Job Description

The Beausoleil First Nation Paramedic Services is seeking a Chief of Paramedic Services reporting to the First Nation Administrator. The Chief of Paramedic Services will be responsible as the Duty Officer (24/7) and direct supervision of the Superintendent(s), paramedics and support staff. Managing investigations and ensuring regulatory compliance; continuous quality improvement for the management and delivery of emergency medical services including all related, assets, health and safety, deployment, and emergency planning; and all assigned projects as related to the position. The functional Responsibility of the EMS Manager is the following: 1) Overall responsibility and accountability to Beausoleil First Nation (BFN), the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care Emergency Health Services Branch (MOHLTC EHSB), Central Ambulance Communications Centre (CACC) and the Provincial Base Hospital Program as it relates to Beausoleil First Nation Paramedic Services. 2) Provides Paramedic Services implementation leadership, advice and guidance to BFN Chief & Council, Management and Operations 3) Primary designate with respect to paramedic service operations to: Council, area hospitals, Base Hospital Program and Ministry of Health and Long Term Care and other applicable allied agencies See Download 'Job Listing PDF' for more details. Persons of Aboriginal Descent Preferred.

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Qualifications

A related University degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience as a Health Care Provider with progressively responsible management experience preferably in Emergency Health Services. Minimum 2 years Senior Management experience within EMS environment Previous successful experience supervising and managing operational units, ideally EMS. Knowledge of Ambulance Systems/interrelated agencies, relevant legislation (Ambulance Act, standards, Employment Standards Act, Health & Safety Act, HTA, Criminal Code, MFIPPA, PHIPPA and WSIB) Knowledge of MOH Certification Standards, Land Ambulance financial systems, service funding, budget consolidation, fleet management, Labour issues, medical procedures, disaster planning/preparation/response and operational knowledge of Air Ambulance systems Implementation knowledge of the principles and practices of a high performance EMS system. Proven competence in time management, interpersonal skills, excellent written, verbal, digital communication skills including developing and maintaining positive internal and external relationships, analytical skills, conflict resolution. Demonstrated ability to exercise superior judgment, tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive and complex, time sensitive situations in a constantly changing environment. Computer literacy in a Windows environment utilizing Microsoft Office applications; word processing, spreadsheets. Working knowledge and experience with budget process and control. Knowledge of Aboriginal Culture and Community dynamics as related to EMS in a rural Island environment

Where To Apply

Applications shall be delivered to the Beausoleil First Nation Administration Building. Applications must be complete, including: Cover letter. Current Resume, Copies of Degrees/Certificates, 3 work related references. Your application package must be clearly marked with your name and the position you are applying for. Faxed or e-mailed applications are acceptable and are to be sent to the attention of Virginia Sandy, Human Resources Manager, vsandy@chimnissing.ca or Fax: 705-247-2239. Applicants selected for an interview must present the names of 3 references to be contacted. Thank you to all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.