Posted 2 days ago
MANAGER, SPECIALIZED COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
@ Northern Health Authority
Prince George, British Columbia
Overview
Northern Health is hiring a Manager, Specialized Community Programs in its Specialized Services department to lead mental health, community, intensive, rehabilitation and specialized services. The role covers service delivery, quality assurance, operational planning, policies, risk management, outcome evaluation and budget control. Starting salary is approximately $132,169 to $163,073, based on education and experience.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee service delivery and quality assurance
- Lead operational planning, policies and procedures
- Manage utilization, risk and outcome evaluation
- Control program budgets
- Guide teams and introduce change
Requirements summary:
- Master's degree in a health-related discipline
- Five years progressive mental health or addiction experience
- Three years in a leadership role
- Valid BC driver's licence
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | health-related discipline |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Northern Health Authority
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Full company description
At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public health - Home and community care NH boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. Ditch the long commutes and have more time to spend doing what you love. Experience the diverse beauty of the Canadian landscape while taking advantage of year-round outdoor activities. From the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains to the prairies, there are a variety of urban, rural, and remote opportunities waiting for you! Northern Health acknowledges with gratitude that our work takes place on the territories of the Tlingit, Tahltan, Nisga’a, Gitxsan, Tsimshian, Haisla, Haida, Wet’suwet’en, Carrier (Dakelh), Tse'khene, Dane-zaa, Nihew (Cree), Saulteau, and Dene Peoples.
- LinkedIn followers
- 17,003
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,607
- Reported office locations
- 1, Prince George, BC V2L5B8, CA
- Other recorded names
- Northern Health - BC
- Specialties
- Healthcare services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Prince George, BC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Specialties | Healthcare services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 591 |
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Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a champion with management and leadership experience to join our Specialized Services department.
The Manager, Specialized Community Programs is responsible for Mental Health, Community, Intensive, Rehabilitation and Specialized Services. The Manager promotes the vision, mission and values, and strategic direction of Northern Health including a commitment to the Primary Care Home as the foundation for team based health care. The Manager is responsible for service delivery, quality assurance, operational planning, policies and procedures, utilization and risk management, outcome evaluation, and budget control measures.
Starting salary will be approximately from $132,169 to $163,073 and will be based on education, training, experience, reporting structure and salaries of similar positions.
Qualfications
• Master’s degree in a health related discipline plus a minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in inpatient or community mental health and addiction services, including at least three (3) years in a leadership role, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid BC Driver’s License.
Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and skills in assessment, care planning, service delivery, and the involvement of individuals and families, groups and communities in their health care.
• Knowledge in the areas of risk management, relevant legislation, research, quality improvement, service contracts, and computer applications.
• Ability to analyze situations, problems and underlying processes and resolve problems.
• Ability to guide teams towards group cohesion and effectiveness.
• Ability to introduce and manage change that is consistent with the vision, purpose and operating principles of Northern Health.
• Ability to communicate effectively, using a variety of mediums.
• Ability to operate technological equipment as needed.
• Ability to perform the physical duties of the position.
Where you will be working:
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George
More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.
What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).
International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
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