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Regular/full-time
Housing, Addictions and Homelessness
Chief Provincial Psychiatrist Office
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45400
Closing Date: July 5, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
Manitoba's Department of Housing, Addictions and Homelessness is seeking a Chief Provincial Psychiatrist (CPP) to join our senior leadership team. In addition to the primary responsibility of the overall management of the CPP Office, this position will be a key member of the leadership team offering clinical and system level expertise and consultation to the department in order to drive system level service enhancements within the provincial mental health and addictions system. The CPP will also play a key consultative role in the implementation of an integrated, whole of government approach that will provide enhanced access to mental health and addictions services and aims to improve life outcomes for Manitobans.
Relocation assistance may be available.
Duties:
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Mental Health, Wellness and Recovery, the (Chief Provincial Psychiatrist (CPP) carries out required statutory and non-statutory functions to protect, preserve and promote the mental health of Manitobans.
Duties include:
- Provision of expert consultation, interpretation and advice on mental health practice, programming, policy and legislation to influence the planning and development of comprehensive, transparent, balanced and integrated mental health services to maximize the mental health and social functioning of Manitobans.
- Management of the Office of the CPP including developing budget estimates, setting operational goals and priorities, and establishing required policies and procedures.
- Administration and application of the comprehensive provisions of the Mental Health Act (the Act), including issuing and cancelling orders of committeeship appointing the Public Guardian and Trustee as committee of an incapable person’s property and personal care, issuing authorizations of transfer between psychiatric facilities, promoting proper interpretation and application of the provisions of the Act and exercising specified powers under the Act.
- Provision of informational sessions for stakeholders regarding the provisions of the Act
- Administration and coordination of the Career Program in Psychiatry in promoting the recruitment and retention of psychiatrists in the province
- Maintenance of collaborative working linkages with the Regional Health Authorities and relevant professional and regulatory bodies
- In alignment with the strategic direction of the Department of Mental Health, Wellness and Recovery, and in collaboration with other mental health and administrative leaders, the CPP will participate in and drive system level improvement initiatives in order to influence the changes required to maximize the mental health and wellness of Manitobans.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Experience as a senior management physician with comprehensive clinical and administrative experience in psychiatry and mental health.
- Strong understanding of the mental health sector and related legislation in Manitoba, including the Mental Health Act, the Personal Health Information Act, the Vulnerable Persons Living with a Mental Disability Act, the Addictions Foundation Act and the Youth Drug Stabilization Act.
- Strong understanding of current best practices in psychiatric and mental health practice and programming.
- Strong leadership skills to provide clear vision and direction to staff and ensure a whole of government approach to mental health and recovery.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills to provide expert consultation in the areas of mental health practice, programming, and policy development.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to foster trust and effectively consult, negotiate and liaise with various stakeholders within the mental health system.
- Ability to build relationships, foster trust and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including: agencies; service delivery organizations; health, legal, advocacy, and law enforcement professionals; elected officials; policy makers; and Manitoba's Indigenous, Metis and Inuit partners and stakeholders.
- Strong verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with a broad range of stakeholders with different technical and professional backgrounds.
- Strong written communication skills to effectively communicate complex and sensitive information to a variety of audiences.
- Excellent acumen to interact effectively with clients/patients, families, government, the public, and the media with a high degree of diplomacy and tact.
Desired:
- Current appointment or eligibility for an appointment with the Department of Psychiatry, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, with involvement in teaching and/or research would be an asset.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
- Licensure in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba, and certified in psychiatry with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Physicians licensed to practice psychiatry in other Canadian jurisdictions must be eligible for licensure in Manitoba.
+ Benefits
Why Work For Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
- Attractive salaries
- Defined pension plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
- Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
- Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
- Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
- Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
- Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
- Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
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