Care Coordinator, Regular Full-Time, Eastern Champlain South, Cornwall
$92,518–$92,518 year
On-siteOttawa, Ontario, Canada
Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaOn-siteFull Time$92,518–$92,518 yearLarge
Full TimeLarge
Job Summary
Assess patient care needs and eligibility, develop individualized care plans, and coordinate home and community services for diverse patients. Complete comprehensive assessments using validated tools, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement care strategies, and facilitate communication among physicians, caregivers, and service providers. Authorize care plan implementation through contracted providers, manage vendor resource utilization, and provide regular reports to authorized parties in accordance with organizational policies.
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (BScN or diploma) and registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy and registered with the College of Physiotherapy of Ontario
- Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and registered with the College of Occupational Therapy of Ontario
- Degree in Social Work and registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- Degree in Speech Therapy and registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario
- Degree in Foods and Nutrition or equivalent and registered with College of Dietitians of Ontario
- Related professional experience (community based experience preferred) which is normally attained over a period of two years
- Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
- Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
- Fluency in English and French
- Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last six months
Desired Qualifications
- Community based experience
- Works with diverse patient groups with varying levels of comprehension and language capability
- Manages difficult conversations/situations such as advance care planning and goals of care in a healthy and effective manner
- Works effectively in both a team environment and independently as required
- Verbal and written communication skills to establish working relationships and maintain a wide range of partners (doctors, nurses, social workers, etc.) within the healthcare community
- Listening and facilitation skills to work with patients and their caregivers
- Diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and/or confidential issues
- Relationship building skills to develop and maintain health and community stakeholder partnerships
- Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, etc.)
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