ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Prosperity 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 innovative 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 DETAILS Shift Structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta (onsite) FTE: 1.0 Status: Permanent Union: Exempt Relocation: Relocation assistance available for candidates outside of Fort McMurray KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide operational direction and service delivery leadership, including performance management, mentorship and coaching of interprofessional staff - Lead workforce planning, staff education, quality improvement and program evaluation - Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop integrated service pathways ensuring adolescents and families receive seamless, evidence-informed mental health care - Model, develop and promote effective, collaborative communication within and across teams to foster a safe, respectful and trusting workplace culture - Promote a culture of growth and development, providing leadership, guidance and support to program, clinical and educational staff - Initiate and lead the full recruitment cycle, including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, offboarding and terminations - Oversee a cooperative leadership model, providing direction to program supervisors,



physicians and interprofessional team members - Effectively allocate personnel and operations budgets, including travel and transportation - Organize and participate in external engagements representing the organization, including community presentations and partnership events - Build and strengthen relationships with community organizations, schools and health-care providers to expand access to specialized mental health services QUALIFICATIONS &

EXPERIENCE Required

- 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 experience - Equivalent combinations of education, professional registration and progressive leadership experience in clinical health care environments may be considered - Current registration and good standing with the applicable professional regulatory college under Alberta's Health Professions Act - Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in child and youth mental health, addictions, acute health care or related human services - Minimum of two years of leadership experience in a health-care setting - Demonstrated experience leading interprofessional teams, managing operations, developing staff, and driving quality improvement initiatives Considered Assets:
- Experience leading the development, implementation or expansion of clinical programs or services - Project management experience, including operational readiness, implementation planning or change management - Experience collaborating across health care, education and community sectors - Certification in Lean methodology, quality improvement or project management KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES - Demonstrated commitment to excellence in clinical practice,



including the ability to monitor, supervise and educate on clinical practice standards and relevant legislation - Commitment to quality improvement through enhanced skills in program design and evaluation - Understanding of interprofessional approaches to mental health, Grades 7–12 health care education environments, and inpatient mental health nursing practices - Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively to achieve objectives - Demonstrated ability to identify barriers, adapt to unexpected situations, and facilitate solution development - Ability to build consensus across internal and external programs and services - Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving and collaboration skills CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Satisfactory 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 interventions - Relocation to Fort McMurray required by summer 2027; relocation assistance may be provided - Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle required for travel between sites and organizational learning events WHAT'S ON OFFER Our 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 services - Flexible Spending Account — choose between Health Spending, Personal Spending, RRSP or Pension contributions - Defined contribution pension plan with generous employer match - Five paid wellness days plus a December holiday break - Paid time off for illness, bereavement, moving and education - Up to 12 weeks of parental leave top-up - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts - Northern living top-up - Learning and growth opportunities including ongoing Indigenous cultural competency training and annual inclusivity, diversity, equity and accessibility events - Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events and team celebrations #PWSHP

📌 Program Manager - Adolescent Mental Health (Calgary)
🏢 Prosperity Workforce Solutions
📍 Calgary