Clinical Manager, Garron Centre

Req ID: 222669 Department/Program: Maritime Outpatient/Crisis/Inpatient , Mental Health And Addictions Location: Halifax Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s) Start Date: August 2026 Union Status: Management, Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit Compensation: $47.48 - $63.09 /hour Closing Date : July 03, 2026 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time) IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across Nova Scotia . People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities.

We recognize each other’s talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values , and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.

The Opportunity Reporting to the Director, the Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, evaluation and improvement of patient and family-centred services for specific care services at the IWK while striving to ensure a collaborative continuum of care with internal and external partners. Major responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to human resource management, fiscal management, professional/staff development, leadership, quality service delivery and program service development. Essential components of this position include a high degree of evidence based decision-making, creativity, interpersonal skills, self-direction, initiative, critical thinking, professional development and informational roles to perform a wide variety of technical, human, conceptual, leadership and financial management functions and behaviors.

As a leader, mentor team members by supporting, role modeling and coaching in an effective manner; ensuring completion of all aspects of performance management; coordinating the performance evaluation review every two years for each employee; managing performance issues on an ongoing basis; collaborating with physicians, physician leaders, professional practice chiefs and support staff to resolve key clinical practice issues and improve operations; completing quarterly variance reports and other reports, as required; managing attendance; managing day to day operational expenditures, including coordination of capital expenditure, auxiliary amenities, and supply purchases; participating in the development of the service plan for the care area(s). This position is the Clinical Manager of the Garron Centre, a Child and Adolescent Acute Care Inpatient Unit, which provides mental health and addiction services for children and youth up to age 19. The Clinical Manager provides leadership to a multidisciplinary team that includes psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, clinical therapists, occupational therapists, recreation therapists, teachers, child life specialists, and other healthcare professionals.

Working within a co-leadership model alongside a Physician Leader, the Manager is responsible for fostering a collaborative, patient- and family-centred care environment. The role is also supported by clinical leaders and administrative staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed care and operational excellence. Hours of Work Monday – Friday (37.5 hours per week).

Flexible work hours required at times. Your Qualifications Baccalaureate Degree in a health related field required. Current registration with the appropriate licensing body of Nova Scotia required.

Master’s Degree in a health related field required. (In progress will be considered) Minimum five (5) years in a clinical role plus two (2) years related management/leadership experience. Previous experience in a complex healthcare organization preferred. Previous experience working in Mental Health and Addictions preferred.

Knowledgeable in the concepts of program-based care and patient/family centered care required. Demonstrated excellent leadership and team building skills required. Demonstrated excellent communication (written and oral) and organizational skills required.

Must be proactive, problem solution focused, analytical and innovative. Ability to work as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. Excellent time management, organization and problem solving skills.

Demonstrates ability to develop and sustain internal / external partnerships. Competency in other languages an asset, French preferred. Job Segment: Clinic, Counseling, Performance Management, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Health, Healthcare, Human Resources #J-18808-Ljbffr