Community Liaison Coordinator – Yukon

Job summary

Coordinate Home Care services in Yukon communities outside Whitehorse, including supervising home support workers in rural and remote areas. Coordinate hospital discharges, assess clients for long-term care, and provide case management in collaboration with community partners and multidisciplinary teams.

Job details

Back Job opportunity Community Liaison Coordinator – Yukon Full-time (a) Job Opportunity Whitehorse, Yukon Posted 3 minutes ago Website Government of the Yukon Location Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary) Job Type Permanent Full/Part Time Full-time Standard Hours Bi-weekly 75 Classification ST16 Salary $94,501.00 – $109,661.00 Union YEU Days Off Saturday/Sunday Travel 25% Admissibility Open to all Candidates, Preference – Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference – Yukon First Nations ancestry This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference Job Summary And Requirements This is a until –filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest. This posting This posting will be used to fill one permanent full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions. This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon. About Us The Yukon Home Care Program provides client-focused health services in the home, improving quality of life and supporting Yukoners to live independently. Home Care offers a range of services tailored to meet individual needs, including support for acute care, chronic and palliative conditions. These services are determined through standardized assessments to assist in creating individualized plans of care; and are supported by an interdisciplinary team, consisting of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Nurses, and Home Support Workers. Yukon’s Department of Health and Social Services aims to promote, protect, and enhance the well-being of Yukon people through a continuum of quality, accessible, and appropriate health and social services. Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions” Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect” The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe. This opportunity We are looking for a flexible, creative Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with excellent problem solving, leadership and decision-making skills, to coordinate Home Care in Yukon communities outside of Whitehorse. The role of the Community Liaison Coordinator (CLC) is to supervise home support workers in rural, remote communities, along with coordinating discharges from hospital, completing assessment for long-term care and performing case management. If you have experience supervising staff, collaborating with community partners, and case management, then this position is for you. You must be an excellent communicator, very comfortable working in a cross-cultural community setting and able to travel to communities outside of Whitehorse on a regular basis. For more information on this job, please contact Virginia Wolfe, Supervisor, Regional Home Care at 867-332-2206 orvirginia.wolfe@yukon.ca For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at 867-334-5132 orleah.berman@yukon.ca Your Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits. Government of Yukon’s many benefits Your career, your home, your lifestyle We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment. As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer. Check Out: Yukon Life Working at Yukon government Essential Qualifications Important application and job requirements Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. A master’s degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy Current registration or eligible for registration with a Canadian Occupational Therapy regulatory body OR current registration or eligible for registration as a Physiotherapist in the Yukon obtained through The Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Branch (Community Services) Experience planning, developing and implementing programs Experience supervising support staff Experience as a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist providing assessments and treatments in a community environment is an asset It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”. Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following: Strong ability to collaborate and work within a multi-disciplinary team to promote community development Strong skills working with various cultural backgrounds Excellent organizational, interpersonal and conflict management skills Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently within in a team setting Ability to supervise and provide leadership for support staff Strong assessment skills It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”. Conditions of employment You Must Meet The Following Conditions Before Being Hired: TB screening RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check CPR-C with AED (within last 30 months) WHMIS 2015 Valid Class 5 driver’s license Current registration with a Canadian Occupational Therapy regulatory body OR a valid & current license to practice physiotherapy in the Yukon obtained through The Professional Licensing & Regulatory Affairs Branch (Community Services) Job Requirements This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following: Travel within the territory by road and air (sometimes during inclement weather conditions) Exposure to pets, exposure to second-hand smoke, latex products, flowers, and/or plants and other irritants while in client homes Exposure to infectious agents Learn more For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-9453. PLEASE APPLY HERE! To apply for this job please visit yukongovernment.hua.hrsmart.com. Back Job opportunity Community Liaison Coordinator – Yukon Full-time (a) Job Opportunity Whitehorse, Yukon Posted 3 minutes ago Website Government of the Yukon Location Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary) Job Type Permanent Full/Part Time Full-time Standard Hours Bi-weekly 75 Classification ST16 Salary $94,501.00 – $109,661.00 Union YEU Days Off Saturday/Sunday Travel 25% Admissibility Open to all Candidates, Preference – Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference – Yukon First Nations ancestry This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference About Us The Yukon Home Care Program provides client-focused health services in the home, improving quality of life and supporting Yukoners to live independently. Home Care offers a range of services tailored to meet individual needs, including support for acute care, chronic and palliative conditions. These services are determined through standardized assessments to assist in creating individualized plans of care; and are supported by an interdisciplinary team, consisting of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Nurses, and Home Support Workers. Yukon’s Department of Health and Social Services aims to promote, protect, and enhance the well-being of Yukon people through a continuum of quality, accessible, and appropriate health and social services. Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions” Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect” The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe. This opportunity We are looking for a flexible, creative Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with excellent problem solving, leadership and decision-making skills, to coordinate Home Care in Yukon communities outside of Whitehorse. The role of the Community Liaison Coordinator (CLC) is to supervise home support workers in rural, remote communities, along with coordinating discharges from hospital, completing assessment for long-term care and performing case management. If you have experience supervising staff, collaborating with community partners, and case management, then this position is for you. You must be an excellent communicator, very comfortable working in a cross-cultural community setting and able to travel to communities outside of Whitehorse on a regular basis. For more information on this job, please contact Virginia Wolfe, Supervisor, Regional Home Care at 867-332-2206 orvirginia.wolfe@yukon.ca For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at 867-334-5132 orleah.berman@yukon.ca Your Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits. Government of Yukon’s many benefits Your career, your home, your lifestyle We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment. As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer. Check Out: Yukon Life Working at Yukon government Essential Qualifications Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. A master’s degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy Current registration or eligible for registration with a Canadian Occupational Therapy regulatory body OR current registration or eligible for registration as a Physiotherapist in the Yukon obtained through The Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Branch (Community Services) Experience planning, developing and implementing programs Experience supervising support staff Experience as a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist providing assessments and treatments in a community environment is an asset It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”. Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following: Strong ability to collaborate and work within a multi-disciplinary team to promote community development Strong skills working with various cultural backgrounds Excellent organizational, interpersonal and conflict management skills Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently within in a team setting Ability to supervise and provide leadership for support staff Strong assessment skills It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”. Conditions of employment You Must Meet The Following Conditions Before Being Hired: TB screening RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check CPR-C with AED (within last 30 months) WHMIS 2015 Valid Class 5 driver’s license Current registration with a Canadian Occupational Therapy regulatory body OR a valid & current license to practice physiotherapy in the Yukon obtained through The Professional Licensing & Regulatory Affairs Branch (Community Services) Job Requirements This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following: Travel within the territory by road and air (sometimes during inclement weather conditions) Exposure to pets, exposure to second-hand smoke, latex products, flowers, and/or plants and other irritants while in client homes Exposure to infectious agents Learn more For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-9453. PLEASE APPLY HERE! To apply for this job please visit yukongovernment.hua.hrsmart.com. Location Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary) Job Type Permanent Full/Part Time Full-time Standard Hours Bi-weekly 75 Classification ST16 Salary $94,501.00 – $109,661.00 Union YEU Days Off Saturday/Sunday Travel 25% Admissibility Open to all Candidates, Preference – Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference – Yukon First Nations ancestry This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference About Us The Yukon Home Care Program provides client-focused health services in the home, improving quality of life and supporting Yukoners to live independently. Home Care offers a range of services tailored to meet individual needs, including support for acute care, chronic and palliative conditions. These services are determined through standardized assessments to assist in creating individualized plans of care; and are supported by an interdisciplinary team, consisting of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Nurses, and Home Support Workers. Yukon’s Department of Health and Social Services aims to promote, protect, and enhance the well-being of Yukon people through a continuum of quality, accessible, and appropriate health and social services. Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions” Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect” The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe. This opportunity We are looking for a flexible, creative Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with excellent problem solving, leadership and decision-making skills, to coordinate Home Care in Yukon communities outside of Whitehorse. The role of the Community Liaison Coordinator (CLC) is to supervise home support workers in rural, remote communities, along with coordinating discharges from hospital, completing assessment for long-term care and performing case management. If you have experience supervising staff, collaborating with community partners, and case management, then this position is for you. You must be an excellent communicator, very comfortable working in a cross-cultural community setting and able to travel to communities outside of Whitehorse on a regular basis. For more information on this job, please contact Virginia Wolfe, Supervisor, Regional Home Care at 867-332-2206 orvirginia.wolfe@yukon.ca For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at 867-334-5132 orleah.berman@yukon.ca Your Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits. Government of Yukon’s many benefits Your career, your home, your lifestyle We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment. As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer. Check Out: Yukon Life Working at Yukon government Essential Qualifications Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. A master’s degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy Current registration or eligible for registration with a Canadian Occupational Therapy regulatory body OR current registration or eligible for registration as a Physiotherapist in the Yukon obtained through The Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Branch (Community Services) Experience planning, developing and implementing programs Experience supervising support staff Experience as a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist providing assessments and treatments in a community environment is an asset It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”. Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following: Strong ability to collaborate and work within a multi-disciplinary team to promote community development Strong skills working with various cultural backgrounds Excellent organizational, interpersonal and conflict management skills Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently within in a team setting Ability to supervise and provide leadership for support staff Strong assessment skills It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”. Conditions of employment You Must Meet The Following Conditions Before Being Hired: TB screening RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check CPR-C with AED (within last 30 months) WHMIS 2015 Valid Class 5 driver’s license Current registration with a Canadian Occupational Therapy regulatory body OR a valid & current license to practice physiotherapy in the Yukon obtained through The Professional Licensing & Regulatory Affairs Branch (Community Services) Job Requirements This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following: Travel within the territory by road and air (sometimes during inclement weather conditions) Exposure to pets, exposure to second-hand smoke, latex products, flowers, and/or plants and other irritants while in client homes Exposure to infectious agents Learn more For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-9453. PLEASE APPLY HERE!

What you’ll do

Coordinate Home Care services in Yukon communities outside Whitehorse, including supervising home support workers in rural and remote areas. Coordinate hospital discharges, assess clients for long-term care, and provide case management in collaboration with community partners and multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

A master’s degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy and current or eligible professional registration in the relevant Canadian or Yukon regulatory body are required. Applicants need experience planning, developing, and implementing programs and supervising support staff; community-based assessment and treatment experience is an asset.

Listed skills

• assessment · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• Community development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Program Planning and Development
• Program Implementation
• Staff Supervision
• Leadership
• Case Management
• Discharge Coordination
• Assessment
• Community Development
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Cross-Cultural Communication
• Conflict Management
• Interpersonal Communication
• Written Communication
• Decision-Making
• Problem-Solving
• Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services

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