First Link Care Navigator/Transitional Support Worker Blended Role

4 weeks ago

Kirkland Lake, Canada BrightStar Care of Novi, MI Full time
First Link Care Navigator/Transitional Support Worker Blended Role

This role will be serving the communities of Kirkland Lake, Englehart and Earlton; can be a blended role (Full time) or two separate roles (Part Time). Please see the Education section for qualifications.

Description:

The Transitional Support Worker will employ activation activities to help persons living with dementia remain active in their homes and in group settings. Using games, sports, crafts and more, they will support families maintain the persons living with dementia's physical and emotional well-being. In doing this, they also help patients integrate into their community via group activities.

The First Link Care Navigator will coordinate and integrate supports and services around the person living with dementia and their care partner. In this direct client service role, they will be the key “go-to” person for families after a dementia diagnosis, with responsibility for identifying needs, supporting self-management goals, and strengthening the communication and care planning linkages between providers and across sectors along the continuum of care. The First Link Care Navigator will strive to ensure that every person diagnosed with dementia and their care partners have timely access to information, learning opportunities and support when and where they need it to achieve the following outcomes:

  1. Increase system capacity to provide families facing a dementia diagnosis with system navigation support.
  2. Improved client experience and health for the person living with dementia and their care partner(s).
  3. Greater care partner capacity and competency to effectively manage their role and reduce incidence of crisis situations.
  4. Enhanced capacity for the person living with dementia to remain in their own home and community for as long as possible.

Job Qualifications

Education:

  • First Link Navigator - Minimum SSW Diploma
  • Transitional Support Worker - Minimum PSW Certificate
  • Blended role requires an RPN diploma

Experience:

  • 1 to 3 years’ client service experience in the health and/or social service sectors.
  • Experience working directly with people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias and their care partners.
  • Experience and knowledge in management of chronic and complex health conditions.
  • Knowledge of available community services/supports and clinical, social and residential care options.
  • Understanding of roles and linkages across primary care, community care and specialized geriatric services.
  • Strong knowledge of client-centred philosophy.
  • Knowledge of clinical practices and training models related to dementia (e.g.: Gentle Persuasive Approach, P.I.E.C.E.S. and U-First).
  • Experience in assessment and care planning/coordination.
  • Experience working in settings requiring inter-professional collaboration.
  • Above Average Presentation and adult education skills.
  • Demonstrated remote work environment team skills.
  • Experience delivering support groups and education sessions in a variety of settings; virtual, in person.

Other Knowledge, Skills, Abilities or Certifications:

  • Experience developing and delivering education to large groups.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written).
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, including shared decision-making and facilitation.
  • Ability to prioritize workload and manage competing tasks.
  • Ability to take initiative and be resourceful.
  • Excellent problem-solving and change management skills.
  • Proficiency in technology (e.g.: Microsoft Office and case management and care coordination systems).
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team.
  • Expertise and experience in cultural sensitivity and diversity.
  • Good time management and organization.
  • Ability to speak French or other languages an asset.

Travel Requirements:

Some travel in the district is required. A minimum of a weekly shift in the Temiskaming Office - eventual location in the Kirkland Area will be secured.

Physical Demands:

No special physical demands are required beyond the performance of general office duties. Significant periods sitting at the computer, but with the opportunity to move away from the workstation. Sensory attention is required for the majority of the work day (looking at computer screen, reading documents, etc.).

A full job description is available upon request.

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Tracy Koskamp-Bergeron, Executive Director via email to director@alzheimertimmins.com

Please include 'Kirkland Lake-Blended' in the subject line.

We thank all who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Commitment to Equitable Recruitment: The Alzheimer Society recognizes the value and dignity of each individual and ensures everyone has genuine, open, and unhindered access to employment opportunities, free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment, where the rights of all individuals and groups are protected and all members feel safe, respected, empowered, and valued for their contributions.

Our values include justice and connection and are the guideposts we use for decision-making of all kinds. We believe that this will guide the organization toward a place of inclusion for all - where equity and access to essential supports and services becomes the reality.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Human Rights Code and AODA. The Alzheimer Society of Ontario welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity and social justice and we encourage applications from First Nations, Inuit and Métis, Indigenous Peoples of North America, Black and persons of colour, persons with disabilities, people living with dementia, care partners and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.

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