Position: Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant Department: Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) – Algoma

As part of the North East Behavioural Supports Ontario (NE BSO) Team, The Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant (PRC) for the Algoma hub will partner to lead an integrated system of care through capacity enhancement, network engagement, and specialized clinical consultation. The PRC will embrace BSO’s knowledge-to-practice framework, supporting staff in Long-term Care Homes (LTCHs), community and acute care settings that care for older adults with or at risk of responsive behaviours who are affected by a neurocognitive, mental health, substance use and/or other neurological conditions. As an instrumental change champion, the PRC will play an important role in progressive quality improvement initiatives.

Reporting directly to the NE BSO Regional Coordinator and Manager, the PRC will embody compassionate person-family focused values aligned with best practice principles and frameworks and in accordance with their respective clinical college. This role necessitates travel throughout the Algoma district and beyond at times..

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a recognized health care profession e.g. Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Psychotherapy, etc. required; Master’s degree candidates given priority consideration
• Additional relevant Geriatric Mental Health Certifications considered a strong asset
• Certifications (Coach Certification preferred) in PIECES., U-FIRST, GPA, Dementability, and BSO Foundations eligible to obtain these certifications required
• Demonstrated experience and clinical expertise in BSO core competencies specific to personhood, dementia, delirium, mental health, substance use and other neurological conditions to facilitate effective knowledge-to-practice required
• Effective application of facilitation, coaching, team mentorship and change management skills required
• Proven experience in the provision of best practice consultation and education across diverse healthcare sectors including demonstrated application of the best practice principles of adult learning required
• Demonstrated ability to positively represent and advocate on behalf of BSO in professional and public forums required
• Advance working knowledge of emerging & best practices in psychopathology, psychopharmacology, psychotherapy and non-pharmacological techniques to prevent and respond and mitigate expressed behaviours and associated risks required

Skills/Abilities:

• Flexibility and adaptability to meet competing needs within fast-paced work environments while working both independently and as part of an inter-professional care team required
• In collaboration with the NE BSO Central Coordinating Office, successfully engage and coordinate specialized consultations with Geriatric Psychiatrists, Care of the Elderly Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and other clinical care partners required
• Demonstrated applied research skills and ability to support the development and spread of quality improvement practices and standard protocols required
• Valid driver’s license with clean diver’s abstract and access to a reliable vehicle to accommodate travel required
• Proficient advanced computer and technological application skills, including significant experience in Microsoft Office (2013+), webinar software, OTN, and fundamental graphic design required
• Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required.All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the OPSEU 662 Collective Agreement

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

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