New Job Assistant Deputy Minister, Treatment And Recovery In British Columbia
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Assistant Deputy Minister, Treatment and Recovery
Company : Jobssummary / Indeed
Salary : $156,900–$200,200 a year
Location : British Columbia
Full Description
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)
Assistant Deputy Minister, Treatment and Recovery
Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions
Victoria or Vancouver, BC
The Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions brings mental health and addictions into focus to better address some of society’s most complex, misunderstood, and stigmatized issues. The ministry has overall responsibility for the development of coherent, accessible, and culturally safe mental health and substance use systems of care that are effective for individuals and families anywhere in the province.
The Treatment and Recovery Division works across ministries and the broader health and social sectors to develop and oversee initiatives and strategies to transform B.C.’s substance use treatment and recovery system. This includes leading policy and strategy to increase the availability, quality, oversight and accountability of adult treatment and recovery services. The division works with other ministries as well as researchers and experts, professional associations and unions, community service organizations, and people with lived/living experience to identify and respond to priority policy and program matters.
The Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM), Treatment and Recovery leads the expansion of new treatment, recovery, detoxification, and after-care services across the province. The ADM implements and oversees the implementation of the decriminalization of small amounts of illicit drugs for personal use, while balancing the implementation of rules and guidelines that protect public health and community safety. The ADM leads policy and legislation to strengthen governance, oversight, guidelines, and best practices for incorporating evidence-based care in the treatment and recovery system and provides briefings, recommendations and decision-making materials to the Minister, Deputy Minister, Cabinet, and government committees.
The successful candidate is an experienced senior leader and an excellent communicator who has demonstrated proficiency establishing strong, trust-based, credible relationships with partners, ministries, and Indigenous Peoples. This individual will lead, empower, and mentor a diverse senior management team. Decisive and focused, the ADM must make critical decisions in a high-profile, politically sensitive portfolio which requires responding to emergent issues while balancing the long-term goals of system improvements. An astute and progressive senior leader, they will create innovative approaches and strategies and respond well to change.
A complete role description and listing of qualifications is attached. The appointee will be required to consent to a criminal record check.
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to reflect the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our executive team and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding organization.
On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination is required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.
To apply please email a clear and concise cover letter and resume (.pdf) to Executive Recruitment at: [email protected] by April 6, 2023. Please note application documents must be in .pdf format. Email Executive Recruitment if assistance is needed. Qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you to all who express interest.
To apply please email a clear and concise cover letter and resume (.pdf) to Executive Recruitment at: [email protected] by April 6, 2023. Please note application documents must be in .pdf format. Email Executive Recruitment if assistance is needed. Qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you to all who express interest.