Transitional Care Planner
About the role
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Transitional Care Planner is a key part of the health care team at Stanton Territorial Hospital. In this role, you will help patients with complex medical and social needs transition safely from hospital back to their home community. You will assess individual needs, help create discharge plans, and connect patients with supports such as housing, mental health services, or addiction resources. The goal is to make sure patients get the right care at the right time and are supported throughout their recovery.
Working closely with nurses, doctors, social workers, and community organizations, you will support people facing challenges like homelessness, poverty, and mental health concerns. This position plays an important part in improving care for communities across the Northwest Territories and the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. If you have experience in healthcare or social services and want to help people navigate the system and get the help they need, this could be the job for you. If you're driven to make a difference through advocacy, policy development, and strategic care coordination, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to a stronger, more integrated northern health system. Join us in shaping better outcomes for those who need it most.
To be successful in this role, typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
This level of knowledge is most commonly acquired through a Bachelor's Degree in a Healthcare related profession (nursing, social work) with 2 years of direct health care experience or a Masters level in Occupational Therapy. Equivalencies will be considered. Proven ability to coordinate care services and have experience working in a cross cultural environment. Proven leadership experience with effective communication skills required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Stanton Territorial Hospital Requirements
The Transitional Care Planner must be eligible for registration with the CANNN or other professional associations and have successfully completed a criminal record check.
Within the Stanton Region, the Transitional Care Planner must be able to acquire within a reasonable time frame (6 months) and remain current the following mandatory certifications:
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- WHMIS
- Fire Training
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Transitional Care Planner
About the role
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Transitional Care Planner is a key part of the health care team at Stanton Territorial Hospital. In this role, you will help patients with complex medical and social needs transition safely from hospital back to their home community. You will assess individual needs, help create discharge plans, and connect patients with supports such as housing, mental health services, or addiction resources. The goal is to make sure patients get the right care at the right time and are supported throughout their recovery.
Working closely with nurses, doctors, social workers, and community organizations, you will support people facing challenges like homelessness, poverty, and mental health concerns. This position plays an important part in improving care for communities across the Northwest Territories and the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. If you have experience in healthcare or social services and want to help people navigate the system and get the help they need, this could be the job for you. If you're driven to make a difference through advocacy, policy development, and strategic care coordination, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to a stronger, more integrated northern health system. Join us in shaping better outcomes for those who need it most.
To be successful in this role, typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
This level of knowledge is most commonly acquired through a Bachelor's Degree in a Healthcare related profession (nursing, social work) with 2 years of direct health care experience or a Masters level in Occupational Therapy. Equivalencies will be considered. Proven ability to coordinate care services and have experience working in a cross cultural environment. Proven leadership experience with effective communication skills required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Stanton Territorial Hospital Requirements
The Transitional Care Planner must be eligible for registration with the CANNN or other professional associations and have successfully completed a criminal record check.
Within the Stanton Region, the Transitional Care Planner must be able to acquire within a reasonable time frame (6 months) and remain current the following mandatory certifications:
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- WHMIS
- Fire Training
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.