About the Opportunity

The Care Coordinator is responsible for the assessment, care planning, authorization of services and the ongoing case management of clients referred to Continuing Care. Care coordinators help provide an array of services/programs offered by Nova Scotia Health Continuing Care and Department of Seniors and Long Term Care to assist individuals and families cope with complicated acute or chronic health situations in the most effective way possible in the community. Assist clients identify their goals, unmet needs and resources. Based on the assessment, the Care Coordinator assists the client/family to formulate a plan to meet those goals.

The care coordinator authorizes services, makes referrals/linkages to other professional and volunteer resources, to assess and support the client in the community for as long as possible. Facilitate discharge to return to the community as required.

Care Coordinators work in the community and hospital and with clients in a long term care facility and are fiscally responsible for the care/services/equipment they authorize within available Department of Health & Wellness policies and programs. If necessary, they explore other resources and facilitate an exception on behalf of the client to obtain needed services. They maintain ongoing communication with clients, family, caregivers, care providers and health care teams. The philosophy of the Care Coordinators is grounded in "Home First": maximizing available services and resources to support clients and families in the home/community along with ongoing reassessments and skilled care management.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Nutritional Studies
• Current and ongoing registration (or eligibility for registration) with the applicable Nova Scotia Professional Regulatory body
• Minimum three (3) years' experience with the professional regulatory body
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in a community or long term care setting required
• Knowledge and/or experience in dedicated case management or discharge planning
• Competent with computer use, keyboarding and be able to conduct assessments using a laptop
• Knowledge of community agencies and resources
• Excellent assessment, interviewing and negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary situation
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload and manage time efficiently
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle are required
• Competencies in other languages preferred; French an asset

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent Full Time; 70 hours bi-weekly
• Shifts may include days, evenings, weekends and holidays

Compensation and Incentives

$41.06 - $46.75 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.