Care Coordinator

Job summary

Assess patient care needs and eligibility to develop individual care and service plans in collaboration with families. Coordinate the delivery of care by linking patients with service providers and monitoring progress.

Job details

Are you an experienced registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, or social worker seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place. As a Care Coordinator (Status: Full-Time, Start date: Immediately; Location: Timmins) you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners. Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centered care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals. As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance. What will you do? In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans Link patients with service providers Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected Initial assignment Intake, with possible assignment changes within the occupation based on operational needs What must you have? Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body: College of Nurses of Ontario College of Physiotherapists of Ontario College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers Recent experience in community health or a related field Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving and decision-making skills Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle Proficient in a Windows environment Advance oral and written proficiency in English and French is essential We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date. Bilingual candidates with advanced oral and written proficiency in English and French will be given first consideration; however, less qualified candidates who don’t meet the language requirements may be considered. What would give you the edge? Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics Case management experience or recent related community experience Ability to speak French or another second language What do we offer? We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer: Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits Hourly wage of $41.29 to $51.13 as per the ONA Collective Agreement Valuable development opportunities Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan Who are we? We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care. Why join us? If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home. Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

What you’ll do

Assess patient care needs and eligibility to develop individual care and service plans in collaboration with families. Coordinate the delivery of care by linking patients with service providers and monitoring progress.

Requirements

Must be a registered member in good standing with a relevant regulatory body (Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, or Social Work). Requires recent community health experience, a valid driver's license, and proficiency in English and French.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation packages • Defined benefit pension plan • Professional growth supports • Personal wellness supports • Work-life balance supports

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Patient Assessment
• Care Planning
• Case Management
• Interpersonal Communication
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Time Management
• Organization
• Documentation
• Bilingualism
• English Proficiency
• French Proficiency
• Community Health
• Referral Management
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Windows Proficiency

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services