Healthcare Navigator and Intake Specialist

1 month ago

Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Healthcare Navigator and Intake Specialist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health. This role is responsible for facilitating intake for Mental Health and Addictions services, providing support and referral to ancillary services, and acting as a liaison between community resources and MHA teams.

About the Opportunity

This is a provincial centralized telephone access service for Mental Health and Addictions Intake in Nova Scotia. The successful candidate will utilize appropriate screening tools, risk assessment, clinical triage and disposition, brief supportive counselling and psychoeducation, consultation, and information sharing to facilitate access into and out of Mental Health & Addiction services.

Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate intake for Mental Health and Additions services
  • Provide support and referral to ancillary services
  • Act as a liaison between community resources and MHA teams
  • Identify client needs and direct them to sources of support

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers, and three years of related experience in Mental Health and Addictions in a healthcare setting.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual who possesses strong motivational interviewing skills and engagement techniques, as well as experience utilizing screening and triaging tools. Knowledge of harm reduction strategies and stages of change theory is also an asset.

What We Offer

Nova Scotia Health offers a competitive salary range of $33.97 - $42.89 per hour, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, and a defined benefit pension plan.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter, including all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Thank you for considering this opportunity to join our team.

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