Healthcare Navigator Specialist

1 week ago


Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health are the largest providers of healthcare services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada.

We're on a mission to achieve excellence in healthcare through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province.

About the Opportunity

The Care Coordinator is responsible for assessing client needs, planning care, authorizing services, and providing ongoing case management to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Care Coordinators work closely with interprofessional teams to facilitate hospital discharges, maximizing available services and resources to support clients in their homes and communities.

They maintain ongoing communication with clients, families, caregivers, and healthcare teams within the client's identified circle of care.

Care Coordinators are skilled in reassessing clients at routine intervals and providing expert care management.

What We're Looking For
  • A Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, or Nutritional Studies
  • Current and ongoing registration with the applicable Nova Scotia Professional Regulatory body
  • Minimum three years' experience with the professional regulatory body
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in a community or long-term care setting required
  • Knowledge and/or experience in dedicated case management or discharge planning preferred
  • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and negotiation skills
  • Competent with computer use, keyboarding, and conducting assessments using a laptop
  • Knowledge of community agencies and resources
  • Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle required
Salary and Benefits

$41.06 - $46.75 hourly salary

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

We strive to provide a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equality.



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