Assessor Coordinator Degree

Job summary

The Assessor Coordinator acts as the primary coordinator for client admissions, reviewing mental health and addiction assessments while facilitating screening and consultation. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to triage acute concerns and support program development through evidence-based practices.

Job details

Position #: 9009572 Expected Start Date: November 30, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Swift Current Community Services City/Town: Swift Current Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs - Centralized Intake Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: July 30, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Field Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Assessor Coordinator - Degree $36.721 to $44.902 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: The Assessor Coordinator Degree is the primary coordinator of client admissions. The incumbent is responsible for review of community Mental Health and Addiction assessments, screening, consultation, data collection, organizing, communicating client admissions, client/family and community education. The incumbent will adhere to the current Provincial Clinical Addiction Model for practice and SHA philosophy, objectives and standards, be familiar with current drugs of abuse, concurrent disorders, and withdrawal management strategies. The incumbent will work with staff including but not limited to nursing, psychology, management, senior staff to triage acute medical, mental health, and detoxification concerns. The incumbent will work in collaboration with the Manager regarding program development to ensure continuous improvement occurs using evidence­ based information. The incumbent is responsible for providing case consultation, case assignment, and orientation. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Experience working with mental health and addictions clients Education * Bachelor degree in a health related discipline Other Education and Training * Registered/eligible registration with appropriate licensing body if applicable Competencies * Organizational skills * Communication skills * Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to prioritize to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure * Ability to complete case management assessments, follow-up and treatment * Knowledge of motivational interviewing * Ability to adapt to changing conditions * Ability to plan/organize/coordinate with other multidisciplinary team members * Trained in current ASIST suicide risk assessment model * Knowledge in community resources and services in the clinical area * Knowledge in harm reduction in Addictions Medicine * Initiative in organizing work in accordance with departmental procedures * Understands Mental Health Services Act, forms, policies & procedures of SHA/MHAS * Ability to clearly articulate assessment findings * Knowledge of provincial human service org, resources and referral procedures * Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as required * Applied knowledge of drugs abuse and their effects during use and withdrawal * Ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external contacts. * Demonstrated high degree of accuracy is required of assigned responsibility * Demonstrated knowledge in the area of assessment and referral coordination * Demonstrated knowledge of youth and adult Mental Health & Addiction treatments * Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change * Ability to teach & train a variety of users in workshop and individual sessions * Knowledge of Health Information Protection Act and other legislation. * Knowledge in clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment * Ability to make decisions in accordance with policies/procedures of SHA/MHAS/ED * Applied knowledge of Suboxone/Methadone/Sublocade assisted recovery programs * Knowledge in principles, programs and practices in community mental health care * Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures * Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team * Has demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills. Other Information * For more information on the city of Swift Current please visit http://www.swiftcurrent.ca/ The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Assessor Coordinator acts as the primary coordinator for client admissions, reviewing mental health and addiction assessments while facilitating screening and consultation. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to triage acute concerns and support program development through evidence-based practices.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor degree in a health-related discipline and possess experience working with mental health and addiction clients. Proficiency in clinical assessment, knowledge of relevant legislation, and strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Listed skills

• case management · Preferred
• crisis intervention · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• community resource coordination · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Mental health assessment
• Addiction counseling
• Case management
• Triage
• Crisis intervention
• Motivational interviewing
• Suicide risk assessment
• Harm reduction
• Data collection
• Clinical consultation
• Treatment planning
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Documentation
• Policy compliance
• Community resource coordination
• Communication
• Management
• Coordinating
• Prioritization
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Organizational Skills
• Computer Literacy
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Nursing
• Clinical Assessments
• Mental Health
• Reconciliation
• Psychology
• Program Development
• Data Collection
• Case Management
• Community Mental Health Services
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Motivational Interviewing
• Methadone
• Assessment Of Suicide Risk
• Community Education
• Education and Training

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Career Coordinator
• Clinical Coordinator
• Health Service Managers
• Medical and Health Services Managers

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