Reference ID: 001-CATC-69
Line of Business: Shared Services
Location: Markham, ON (175 Commerce Valley Dr WMarkham, ON L3T 7P6)
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 40 Hours Per Week
Compensation: $170,000 - $220,000 Annually
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:
As a Multidisciplinary Healthcare Team - Together, We:
Compassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help
Accountability – we take responsibility for outcomes
Respect – we work well with others
Excellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter
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Wellness: Group Benefits Plan for you and your family along with Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health, discounted GoodLife fitness memberships, paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, and mental health, and bereavement.
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Career Development: Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and access to 100+ courses within the Company’s Learning Management System.
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Preparation for the Future: Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP).
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Employee Recognition: Service Recognition Program.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Vice President, Strategic Partnerships is a senior strategic leader responsible for driving growth of new partnerships, markets and initiatives across CATC’s national network of outpatient clinics, inpatient treatment centres, and counselling services. This role identifies emerging market needs, cultivates referent relationships, and leads cross-functional teams to execute business development strategies aligned with organizational goals.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in the healthcare industry with an understanding of the provider landscape, payers and models and system innovation, combined with a strong track record of leading growth initiatives in complex, highly regulated environments.
YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Leadership & Growth
Develop and execute the organization’s strategy to achieve short and long‑term growth objectives.
Identify and evaluate market trends, policy changes, reimbursement models, and competitive landscape to inform business strategy.
Lead strategic planning initiatives focused on service expansion, new service models, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), and joint ventures.
Partnerships & Relationship Management
Build and manage executive‑level relationships with health systems, payers, provider groups, technology partners, suppliers, and other industry stakeholders.
Represent the organization at key industry events, conferences, and consortia to expand visibility and influence.
Lead contract negotiations, partnership agreements, and strategic alliances to drive growth and innovation.
Business Development Execution
Oversee the development of proposals, RFP responses, financial models, and business cases for new opportunities.
Collaborate with clinical, operational, finance, and compliance teams to ensure feasibility and alignment of new initiatives.
Drive the commercialization of new services and/or solutions within the healthcare system.
Lead marketing strategies to build awareness and enable referrals based on partnerships and market outreach strategies
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and mentor the business development team, establishing clear goals, performance metrics, and accountability.
Work closely with finance, legal, HR, and operations to align business development activities across the enterprise.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision‑making.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE:
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related field preferred.
10+ years of progressive business development experience in the healthcare industry.
Proven success in creating and executing growth strategies at the executive level.
Experience negotiating high-value contracts and partnerships with healthcare entities.
Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, reimbursement models, and market dynamics.
Experience leading teams in a high-growth or transformative environment.
Demonstrated success collaborating with health system providers to build and provide solutions to healthcare needs aligned with provincial healthcare objectives.
Skills & Competencies
Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presentation capabilities.
Strong relationship builder with a high level of professional credibility.
Financial acumen, including market analysis, forecasting, and ROI modelling.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving healthcare environment.
Exceptional change in management skills.
Experienced mentor with a track record of developing talent and enhancing team performance.
Evidence-based and proficient in building effective presentations and in leveraging data (e.g. Power BI, Salesforce and EMR) to measure progress
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Growth and new business acquisition.
Success of strategic partnerships and alliances.
Market expansion and penetration in targeted segments.
ROI on new business initiatives.
Work Environment & Travel
Hybrid work environment (2 days in office and 3 days working from home).
Travel required (up to 30-50%) for client and internal meetings, conferences, and strategic engagements.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada.
CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience.
Our outpatient clinics provide walk-in support in person or virtually to enable community-based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap-around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals.
Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long-term recovery through accredited, evidence-based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals.
Please visit www.canatc.ca for more information!
Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres remains an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for all applicants upon request at any stage of the selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
As part of our commitment to transparency and efficiency, we would like to inform you that we utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening and evaluation of applications.
