Community Liaison Discharge Planner

1 week ago

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada Yukon Hospital Corporation Full time $1,088,000 - $1,092,000 per year

Regular Full Time Position FTE)

This position is at the Level 08 with an hourly pay range of $ $52.25

(PSAC Bargaining Unit)

Reporting to the Director, First Nation Health Programs, the position conducts assessments and complex discharge planning/coordination for the Aboriginal (First Nation, Inuit, and Métis) in hospital and when returning to their homes/communities; plans and manages the Community Liaison Discharge Planning Program; maintains a working knowledge and current database of resources available in various communities; acts as a resource to health care providers; acts as a resource/support and assists other First Nation Health Program team members in advocating for Aboriginal (First Nation, Inuit, and Métis) people using the health care system to ensure quality and culturally sensitive holistic health care.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

  • Excellent knowledge of culture, traditions, social history and economic conditions of Yukon First Nations;
  • Good knowledge of counselling methods and techniques;
  • Good Knowledge of trends and developments in social service field with particular emphasis on First Nations requirements;
  • Knowledge of health and social programs in the Yukon;
  • Knowledge of relevant computer software;
  • Excellent communications skill, both oral and written;
  • Strong assessment skills;
  • Strong counselling skills;
  • Strong analytical skills;
  • Good interpersonal skills for consensus building and problem solving;
  • Ability to plan and develop culturally relevant health counselling, healthy lifestyles and other support programs for First Nations people;
  • Ability to plan and provide culturally appropriate patient teaching methods;
  • Initiative to self-direct and maintain program delivery;
  • Flexibility and good judgment;
  • Reliability; and
  • Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience with Yukon First Nations' people and graduation from an acceptable social service or health care program (4 years) is required for this position. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training is desired. An equivalent combination of education and extensive related working experience may also be considered. Please note: this position requires the ability to work days, evenings and weekends. Preference will be given to candidates of First Nation Ancestry.

Incentives:

  • Generous Vacation Time
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Pension Plan
  • Free Parking
  • On-site Gym

Closing Date: December 05, 2025

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