Care Coordinator

Job Description CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOMEAre you an experienced registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker (BSW), dietitian, or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.As a Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners. Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals. As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.This is a casual position supporting Huron Hospitals. What will you do? In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plansLink patients with service providersCoordinate and monitor care plan deliveryEstablish a helping relationship with patients and their familiesBalance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respectedWhat must you have?Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:College of Nurses of OntarioCollege of Physiotherapists of OntarioCollege of Occupational Therapists of OntarioCollege of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of OntarioOntario College of Social Workers and Social Service WorkersCollege of Dietitians of Ontario2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related fieldKnowledge of the health care delivery system and community resourcesExcellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving and decision-making skillsEffective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environmentEstablished ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and formsA valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicleProficient in a Windows environmentWe have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.What would give you the edge?Experience working with diverse patient groups, ., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatricsCase management experience or recent related community experienceAbility to speak French or another second languageWhat do we offer?We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer: ​Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits​Valuable development opportunities​Membership in a world class defined benefit pension planSalary: $39.12/hr to $51.26/hrWho are we?We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.Why join us? If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism CommitmentOntario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.