Domestic Violence

**Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Clinic Coordinator**
- Department:_ Sexual Assault Clinic
- Program:_ Emergency
- Status:_ Regular Full Time
8 Hour Shifts, days Schedule (Subject to Change)
- Location:_ Oshawa
- Wage Schedule:_ $44.990 - $61.350 per hour
- File Number:_ 2500001860

As one of Ontario's largest community health systems serving one of fastest growing areas of the province, Lakeridge Health is reimagining the future of Health Care in the Durham Region. Supported by a talented team of more than 7,700 physicians, nurses, health care professionals and volunteers across five hospital sites, a Long Term Care facility, and multiple off-site locations, Lakeridge Health is working with partners to create an integrated health system that supports people to achieve their best health.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Program Coordinator to join our Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Care Clinic (DVSACC) team. This key role involves coordinating services for individuals affected by sexual assault, intimate partner, and gender-based violence, utilizing a trauma-informed approach. The Program Coordinator supports best practices in patient care, ensures continuity of services, and acts as a liaison among hospital departments, police services, victim services, and other external stakeholders.

WHY LAKERIDGE HEALTH?

At Lakeridge Health, you'll be part of an organization that is not only focused on providing exceptional patient care but is also driven to create an environment where our employees feel valued, supported, and engaged. As we expand our operations and reimagine the future of healthcare, we are committed to making Lakeridge Health the Workplace of Choice-a place where talent thrives and is empowered to make a real difference

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Develop and implement care pathways, practices, and policies aligned with best standards for intimate partner violence and sexual assault care.
- Coordinate a multidisciplinary team to deliver timely, patient-centered, trauma-informed care.
- Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external partners, including police, legal, and community services.
- Provide education, orientation, and performance feedback to staff; conduct chart audits.
- Triage service requests and support patient care navigation in both emergent and non-emergent cases.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related health discipline required
- Master’s Degree in a health-related or social service field preferred
- Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) certification preferred
- Minimum 3-5 years of clinical or program coordination experience in trauma-informed care, emergency, or gender-based violence services.
- Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care models
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to build consensus and influence internal and external stakeholders
- Strong critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making abilities
- Comfortable managing confidential and emotionally sensitive cases
- Organizational and leadership skills to coordinate team functions

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.