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Program Director

Grey Bruce Community Health Corporation

Requires a Program Director CHOICES: Drug & Alcohol Counselling for Youth

(Permanent Full-Time Position)

Do you have clinical and management experience in youth addiction service and a desire to live in one of the Ontario’s best all season recreation areas? If so, we invite you to consider employment as the Program Director of CHOICES:  Drug & Alcohol Counselling for Youth.

Established in 1989, CHOICES provides assessment, treatment planning, counselling and referral for youth with substance abuse problems and those affected by the substance abuse of a significant other. The program is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. It is one of eight community-based mental health and addiction programs operated by the Grey Bruce Community Health Corporation.

CHOICES is based in Owen Sound and extends regular outreach to 8 other communities across Grey and Bruce counties.  Program staff work closely with other health and social services which serve youth and their families.

The Program Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program. Position duties include staff supervision, service planning and coordination, community development and public relations. The Program Director also provides senior practitioner clinical services for selected program clients. The position requires regular travel throughout a large rural catchment area. Work hours are somewhat variable and some evening work is required. The position is available effective May 15.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Masters Degree in Applied Health Sciences with concentration in clinical studies. Must obtain and maintain Professional Registration
  • Minimum of 5 years community-based clinical experience with youth, at least one of which is in addiction services
  • Minimum of 3 years management experience in human services
  • Demonstrated clinical skills in working with youth
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership and management skills
  • Strong oral and written English language skills
  • Strong public presentation skills
  • Experience in rural service delivery would be an asset
  • Basic proficiency in the use of personal computers for word processing (Word) and email 
  • A valid driver’s licence and use of a personal vehicle are required for this position

Interested applicants are invited to send detailed résumés, including their salary expectations to:

Sandy Stockman, Executive Director

Grey Bruce Community Health Corporation

1139 2nd Avenue East

Owen Sound, ON

N4K 2J1



APPLICATION DEADLINE: This competition will remain open until the position is filled.