ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYProsperity Workforce Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a respected and growing mental health organization dedicated to delivering timely, evidence-informed care to children, youth, and families across Alberta. Our client is expanding its services to Fort McMurray with the launch of an creative new facility in 2027 — and they are seeking a foundational leader to help build it from the ground up.The Program Manager will provide operational leadership and oversight for a first-of-its-kind integrated model of care, bringing together two levels of adolescent mental health programming within a single purpose-built facility. Reporting to the Director of Clinical Programs, this leader will play a pivotal role in building teams, establishing clinical and operational processes, strengthening community partnerships, and preparing the program to deliver exceptional care from day one.This is a rare opportunity for an innovative, mission-driven leader to shape the future of adolescent mental health services in a growing northern community. Our client's identity is held in strict confidence as part of this recruitment process.POSITION DETAILSShift Structure:Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per dayLocation:Fort McMurray, Alberta (onsite)FTE:1.0Status:PermanentUnion:ExemptRelocation:Relocation assistance available for candidates outside of Fort McMurrayKEY RESPONSIBILITIESProvide operational direction and service delivery leadership, including performance management, mentorship and coaching of interprofessional staffLead workforce planning, staff education, quality improvement and program evaluationWork closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop integrated service pathways ensuring adolescents and families receive seamless, evidence-informed mental health careModel, develop and promote effective, collaborative communication within and across teams to foster a safe, respectful and trusting workplace culturePromote a culture of growth and development, providing leadership, guidance and support to program, clinical and educational staffInitiate and lead the full recruitment cycle, including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, offboarding and terminationsOversee a collaborative leadership model,



providing direction to program supervisors, physicians and interprofessional team membersEffectively allocate personnel and operations budgets, including travel and transportationOrganize and participate in external engagements representing the organization, including community presentations and partnership eventsBuild and strengthen relationships with community organizations, schools and health-care providers to expand access to specialized mental health servicesQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCERequired:Graduate degree in clinical psychology, social work (with psycho-social intervention designation), occupational therapy, or nursing; OR a bachelor's degree in nursing with a minimum of five years of experience in child and family mental health and at least two years of leadership experienceEquivalent combinations of education, professional registration and progressive leadership experience in clinical health care environments may be consideredCurrent registration and good standing with the applicable professional regulatory college under Alberta's Health Professions ActMinimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in child and youth mental health, addictions, acute health care or related human servicesMinimum of two years of leadership experience in a health-care settingDemonstrated experience leading interprofessional teams, managing operations, developing staff, and driving quality improvement initiativesConsidered Assets:Experience leading the development, implementation or expansion of clinical programs or servicesProject management experience, including operational readiness, implementation planning or change managementExperience collaborating across health care, education and community sectorsCertification in Lean methodology, quality improvement or project managementKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESDemonstrated commitment to excellence in clinical practice,



including the ability to monitor, supervise and educate on clinical practice standards and relevant legislationCommitment to quality improvement through enhanced skills in program design and evaluationUnderstanding of interprofessional approaches to mental health, Grades 7–12 health care education environments, and inpatient mental health nursing practicesAbility to work autonomously and collaboratively to achieve objectivesDemonstrated ability to identify barriers, adapt to unexpected situations, and facilitate solution developmentAbility to build consensus across internal and external programs and servicesExcellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving and collaboration skillsCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTSatisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check (at the candidate's expense)Ability to obtain and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided) and physical ability to perform all required interventionsRelocation to Fort McMurray required by summer 2027; relocation assistance may be providedValid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle required for travel between sites and organizational learning eventsWHAT'S ON OFFEROur client is committed to the well-being of their people and offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including:Employer-paid health and dental benefits, including $1,000 per paramedical practitioner and $2,000 annually in mental health servicesFlexible Spending Account — choose between Health Spending, Personal Spending, RRSP or Pension contributionsDefined contribution pension plan with generous employer matchFive paid wellness days plus a December holiday breakPaid time off for illness, bereavement, moving and educationUp to 12 weeks of parental leave top-upEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discountsNorthern living top-upLearning and growth opportunities including ongoing Indigenous cultural competency training and annual inclusivity, diversity, equity and accessibility eventsRecognition and community-building through employee appreciation events and team celebrations#PWSHP#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Program Manager - Adolescent Mental Health (Wood Buffalo)
🏢 Clearwater Community YMCA
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