Community Health Transition Specialist

4 days ago


Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse to join our Community Transition Team as a Community Health Transition Specialist. In this role, you will serve as the primary communication link between Correctional Health Services and provincial and community programs/services/agencies, working collaboratively with the inter-professional treatment team to plan for the transition of primary care needs from the Correctional Centre to the community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Regularly communicate with other members of the health care interdisciplinary team regarding the anticipated release of clients and their potential needs for transition support.
  • Work with the inter-professional health care treatment team, BC Corrections staff, clients about to be released from the Correctional Centre, and their involved family members to validate demographic data and health information and determine the nature and extent of needs for community health substance use support services.
  • Liaise with key community resources and ensure accurate and complete written information transfer to programs and services across the province of BC.
  • Facilitate linkages to a variety of community programs, Regional Health Authority services, community health services, substance use services, and other community support services to establish clear transition plans for the client.
  • Engage in on-going team planning, development, evaluation, and quality improvement activities that facilitate team goal setting, problem solving, and conflict resolution.
Requirements
  • Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
  • Two (2) years recent, related experience in acute or primary care or community health nursing or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
What We Offer
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
  • Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • PHSA is a remote work-friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
  • Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, particularly those from Indigenous, Black, and other racialized communities, as well as people with disabilities. We are committed to addressing the systemic barriers and biases in our hiring processes and to creating a workplace that is free from racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, and other forms of oppression.



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