About the RoleWCB has changed. We are an accountable organization committed to helping injured workers recover and safely return to work. We are seeking a Health Services Portfolio Manager (HSPM) who is passionate about healthcare that delivers measurable recovery and return-to-work (RTW) outcomes while ensuring value for money. Reporting to Health Services leadership, the HSPM is a key member of the Health Services team and works collaboratively across WCB to advance RTW-focused, outcome-driven health services. This role is accountable for the end-to-end management of a portfolio of health services programs, projects, and initiatives designed to prevent work disability and support optimal recovery.Key ResponsibilitiesThe HSPM leads the development, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of health services programs. Grounded in evidence and best practice, the role ensures programs are timely, effective, and aligned with organizational priorities. The HSPM provides program insights, performance reporting, and guidance to internal teams to support consistent and effective use of services.Vendor accountability is central to this role. The HSPM manages the performance of healthcare programs, service providers, and health care advisors to ensure WCB achieves strong RTW outcomes and value for investment. This includes monitoring performance, addressing issues proactively, and maintaining regular communication with service provider groups and the broader healthcare community.The HSPM anticipates and responds to risks and challenges, working with internal and external partners to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.Our FocusWhat:



Timely access to quality healthcare that supports recovery and enables return to work, delivered in a cost-effective and accountable way.Why: To keep Nova Scotia healthy, working, and moving forward, while ensuring injured workers receive the healthcare they need following a workplace injury.Your Experience & SkillsA university degree in Business, Health, Science, or a related field.A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a program management, project management and/or an insurance or health management environment.Experience managing health or disability insurance, using outcome‑based models, provider accountability, and contract performance management.Proven ability to use data analytics and performance dashboards to improve recovery, control costs, and deliver measurable return‑to‑work results.Skills and AttributesAlign programs with return‑to‑work goalsHold vendors accountable for cost, quality, and resultsUse data and visuals to track and share performanceManage change and risks effectivelyCommunicate clearly and build solid working relationshipsWe offer a competitive compensation package ranging from $69,709 - $87,131.Perks of Joining Our TeamEmployee Referral ProgramA passionate team and a supportive work environmentAccommodation RequestWCB Nova Scotia is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to working with job candidates and employees to request reasonable accommodation in a confidential manner. To request accommodation, please contact the Human Resource team by email [email protected]. All information received will be kept confidential.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Health Services Portfolio Manager - C$69,709 - C$87,131 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 WCB
📍 Winnipeg