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One (1) full-time Bilingual (French/English) Mental Health and Addictions Nurse position is currently available in the School Mental Health and Addictions Team at the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network.
POSITION SUMMARY
As an integral part of this interdisciplinary team, the Mental Health and Addictions Nurse will bring mental health and addictions expertise to provide essential health related advice and support to educators within the district school boards. The nurses will assist school boards in recognizing and responding to student mental health and addiction issues and work with the boards to develop strategies to address student mental health and addictions needs. The MHA nurse will play a key role in providing the support in helping students and/or parents access services such as family health care, community mental health and/or addictions agencies. Our bilingual nurses work with two French School Boards; Conseil Scolaire Viamonde with 30 Elementary schools and 13 Secondary/High schools; French Catholic - MonAvenir (conseil scolaire de district catholique Centre-Sud) with 42 Elementary schools & 9 Secondary/ High schools throughout Southern Ontario. Our Boards catchment covers from Peterborough to Windsor, Ontario.
RESPONSIBLITIES INCLUDE:
- Advise educators on potential side-effects of different classes of medications
- Provide medical consultation to educators regarding issues ie. medication management for students, particularly those with complex medical conditions concurrent with mental illness or addictions
- Liaise with children’s mental health agencies and primary care practitioners as required
- Provide support and/or intervention in complex issues such as refusal to attend treatment, self-harm, suicide, or violent behaviour
- Support educators to meet the complex medical and mental health needs of students who require extra supports for health and/or safety concerns of self and/or others
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Nurse in good standing with the CNO; Case Management Certificate is an asset
- Must be fluent in French and English
- A minimum of two (2) years relevant clinical experience in providing mental health and/or addictions services for children and youth
- Knowledge of the mental health and addictions service system for children and youth
- Experience working in schools is an asset
- Solid knowledge of health care related legislation and practices
- Advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, decision-making skills, and high flexibility is required
- Ability to work independently, interdependently and co-operatively in a busy multi-disciplinary situation
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
- Demonstrated care coordination, assessment, and interviewing skills
- Good understanding of the roles of other health care professionals affiliated with the Toronto Central LHIN Knowledge of funding agencies available to support Toronto Central LHIN clients
- A car and valid driver's licence is required. The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's licence upon being hired
- Demonstrated computer literacy in a Windows environment is required
- Knowledge of and experience working with culturally diverse groups
- Ability to speak an additional language is an asset
We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).If you are seeking a chance to truly make a difference in the lives of others as well as your own, please visit our website at www.lhinjobs.ca and apply online. Toronto Central LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process
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One (1) full-time temporary, up to one year contract Mental Health and Addictions Nurse position is currently available in the School Mental Health and Addictions Team at the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network.
POSITION SUMMARY
As an integral part of this interdisciplinary team, the Mental Health and Addictions Nurse will bring mental health and addictions expertise to provide essential health related advice and support to educators within the district school boards. The nurses will assist school boards in recognizing and responding to student mental health and addiction issues and work with the boards to develop strategies to address student mental health and addictions needs. The MHA nurse will play a key role in providing the support in helping students and/or parents access services such as family health care, community mental health and/or addictions agencies.
Responsibilities include:
- Advise educators on potential side-effects of different classes of medications
- Provide medical consultation to educators regarding issues ie. medication management for students, particularly those with complex medical conditions concurrent with mental illness or addictions
- Liaise with children’s mental health agencies and primary care practitioners as required
- Provide support and/or intervention in complex issues such as refusal to attend treatment, self-harm, suicide, or violent behaviour
- Support educators to meet the complex medical and mental health needs of students who require extra supports for health and/or safety concerns of self and/or others
SALARY RANGE
Care Coordinator $ 68, 404.18- $7,876.21 per annum
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Nurse in good standing with the CNO; Case Management Certificate is an asset
- A minimum of two (2) years relevant clinical experience in providing mental health and/or addictions services for children and youth
- Knowledge of the mental health and addictions service system for children and youth
- Experience working in schools is an asset
- Solid knowledge of health care related legislation and practices
- Advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, decision-making skills, and high flexibility is required
- Ability to work independently, interdependently and co-operatively in a busy multi-disciplinary situation
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
- Demonstrated care coordination, assessment, and interviewing skills
- Good understanding of the roles of other health care professionals affiliated with the Toronto Central LHIN Knowledge of funding agencies available to support Toronto Central LHIN clients
- A car and valid driver's licence is required. The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's licence upon being hired
- Demonstrated computer literacy in a Windows environment is required
- Knowledge of and experience working with culturally diverse groups
- Ability to speak an additional language is an asset
We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
Most LHIN's of Ontario are governed by the requirements of the French Language Services Act. We provide services in French and encourage applications from French-speaking candidates.
Toronto Central LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.
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One (1) full time temporary contract (1 year) Rapid Response Nurse position is currently available in the Rapid Response Team at the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network.
POSITION SUMMARY
As an integral part of this interdisciplinary team, the Rapid Response Nurse will ensure effective transitions from acute to home care for two target populations: medically complex children and frail adults and seniors with complex needs and/or high risk characteristics e.g. congestive heart failure. To ensure communication and linkage with primary care; and provide timely and effective rapid response home care. The Rapid Response Nurse provides the first in-home nursing visit within 24 hours from hospital discharge for high needs seniors and children. During this visit, the nurse will confirm the patient hospital discharge care plan, communicate the importance of primary care to avoid re-hospitalization, and perform medication reconciliation for the client.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Reviewing the discharge care plan and confirming outstanding medical tests have been scheduled and transportation etc. is available.
- Either directly or in partnership with a pharmacist, ensures new prescriptions are filled and conducts a medication reconciliation to confirm no drug interactions or contradictions. Review medication protocol with client and caregiver and answer any questions.
- Either directly or through the LHIN Care Coordinator, initiates contact with primary care physician and provides update on client acute care event and post-discharge regime. Recommends and facilitates, as appropriate, a one-week client follow-up visit with the primary care physician.
- Assessment, consultation, and treatment, as indicated; triage client priorities between new referrals and existing caseloads.
- Identifies clients requiring an accelerated assessment and home care services and works with the Care Coordinator to facilitate the home assessment visit.
- Works collaboratively with team members to provide timely triage of referred clients from the ED and in-patient units using standardized tools and processes
- Informs and supports the Care Coordinator in developing the client’s care plan and ensuring a smooth transfer of the primary care physician and pharmacist to the ongoing care team.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Minimum of five 3-5 years of relevant experience as a Registered Nurse
- Working knowledge of community resources and roles of health care professionals
- Working knowledge of the nursing process, the consultation process, program planning and crisis management.
- Emergency/critical care and community nursing experience an asset
- Case Management Certificate is an asset
- Completion of Critical Care Course in area of specialty an asset
- CNA certification in an area of specialty: GNC (C) or CNCCP (C) an asset
- Solid knowledge of health care related legislation and practices
- Knowledge of direct care/case management models used in community health care organizations.
- Knowledge of LHIN priorities, policies, practices and service standards
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Effective organizational and planning skills
- Basic proficiency with computerized information systems
- French language is an asset
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
- Able to communicate with clients’, their families, and other relevant individuals in order to follow through with care plan directives
- Demonstrated awareness of cultural diversity, as well as ability to behave discreetly and sensitively to confidential issues.
We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
Most LHINs of Ontario are governed by the requirements of the French Language Services Act. We provide services in French and encourage applications from French-speaking candidates.
Toronto Central LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.
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Team Assistants, Full Time six (6) to nine (9) months Temporary Contracts
At the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Networks (LHIN), we are committed to the relentless pursuit of every option to deliver what is most important to each of our clients, and to supporting them to live the fullest and healthiest lives possible. At the same time, we foster an environment where we can unleash the potential of our people.
Full Time six (6) to nine (9) months Temporary Contract Team Assistantsposition are currently available for various teams at the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network.
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager, Client Services, the Team Assistant will provide courteous, knowledgeable and prompt first contact for clients and callers to the organization. Responsibilities include responding to inbound information calls, inputting client referrals into the electronic form while the client is on the line, making outbound calls where necessary, providing appropriate resolution of the client’s concerns, providing information regarding Placement Services, and linking clients to other agencies, if the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network does not provide services.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Minimum of a post-secondary diploma or degree in the health or social services field, or equivalent experience.
- Must be fluent in English (Oral and Written).
- Exceptional client service skills
- Knowledge of the range of community resources and programs available to assist clients and their families, including long-term care facilities.
- Detailed-oriented with excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills to meet deadlines and solve problems.
- Ability to work in a busy environment, multi-task, take direction when necessary, and handle concurrent task without close supervision while maintaining a positive attitude in stressful situations.
- Demonstrated reliability, adaptability, flexibility and accountability.
- Computer literacy in a Windows environment is required, particularly Word and Excel.
- Ability to deal sensitively with clients from a wide range of cultural, ethnic and socio-economic groups
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
- Ability to speak an additional language is an asset
- AIRS certification is an asset
Toronto Central LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.
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Care Coordinators, Home & Community Care
Central Local Health Integration Network (LHIN)
Temporary Full time & Regular Part time Opportunities Available
Initial Locations: Newmarket Site & Sheppard Site
Central Local Health Integration Network (LHIN). Formerly known as Central Community Care Access Centre (CCAC), Central LHIN is a proud recipient of a Gold Quality Healthcare Workplace Award for 2015, and one of the GTA’s Top Employers for 2017.
The Central LHIN seeks Care Coordinators for our Access, Hospital & Community Teams.
If you are a Registered Nurse (RN and/or B.Sc.N.), Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech Language Pathologist, or Certified Social Worker (MSW) in Ontario, we'd like you to become part of our team.
As a Care Coordinator, you will work with your patients in the role of a system navigator to assist them in achieving their optimal health, independence and dignity. Drawing on your knowledge of health and social services, you will assess your patients and helps them to navigate through the complexities of the health care environment.
As a Care Coordinator, you will:
- Be involved in the assessment, problem-solving, decision-making, service planning and coordinating, and monitoring of their progress.
- Facilitate every step of your patients' health care experience, linking them with the right information and helping them understand and manage their short- and long-term health care goals.
- Demonstrate mutual respect to all LHIN staff, clients and stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
As a Care Coordinator, you must meet the following requirements:
- A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience as a licensed Nurse (RN/BScN), Physiotherapist(PT), Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist(SLP), Social Worker (MSW).
- Membership in good standing with a regulatory body in Ontario.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, decision-making and assessment skills.
- Ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary situation.
- Demonstrated computer literacy to facilitate the use of automated assessment tools.
- A valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle.
- Completed Health Exam Record.
- Ability to wear a protective mask, as required.
ASSETS
- Experience working with diverse, multicultural client groups (including homeless, acquired brain injury (ABI) and pediatrics).
- Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset.
Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) get people the care they need in their homes and communities across the province. Caring for more than 637,000 people annually, LHINs work with families to help determine the right care and health supports to keep people at home for as long as possible. Learn more about our Care Coordinator, Nursing and other opportunities at www.LHINjobs.ca or submit a resume to HumanResources-YR@lhins.on.ca.
Central LHIN is committed to a culture that valuesdiversity and inclusion
Central LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have any special requirements during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources. The Central LHIN is governed by the requirements of the French Language Services Act and therefore encourages applications from bilingual candidates.
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Team Assistant
Bring your healthcare administrative support experience to this casual role as a Team Assistant for the Central LHIN
Reporting to the Supervisor, Home & Community Care, the TEAM ASSISTANT will provide support for the assigned team in their daily activities to facilitate efficient and effective service delivery to our patients.
Responsibilities include:
• Process new referrals, orders for services, supplies and equipment
• Process and assist with management of confidential records for clients on admission and until discharge
• Enter, update and maintain high volume of client data into electronic database
• Provide administrative support services for case managers
• Answer high volume of telephone inquiries from clients, families and service providers; refer callers to Case Managers and/or other appropriate individuals
• Maintain client information database
• Provide back-up support to other positions as assigned
• Provide switchboard relief as required
• Perform other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Grade 12 Diploma plus Community College Business/ Office Administration, Medical Diploma.
- 2 years’ related experience. Experience in a healthcare environment would be a definite asset.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, with a sound knowledge of the English language, spelling, punctuation and grammar.
- Excellent organization and prioritization skills to ensure data is entered accurately.
- Ability to work independently and accurately in the presence of frequent interruptions.
- Maintain confidentiality, exercise good judgement and discretion.
- Ability to manage frequent changes within a team environment.
- Regular attendance at work is required.
ASSETS
• Familiarity with medical terminology, office administrative procedures/concepts and knowledge of LHIN services would be an asset
• Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset.
• Proficiency working in a windows environment using Microsoft applications including Word, Outlook and the Internet. Experience with client databases or other applications used by the LHIN is an asset.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are seeking a chance to be part of team that’s truly making a difference in the lives of others, please apply on-line. All applications will be reviewed.
The Central LHIN is governed by the requirements of the French Language Services Act and therefore encourages applications from French speaking candidates.
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Nurse Practitioner(s) – Palliative
If you are a champion of exemplary patient care, bring your vision and nursing expertise to the Central Local Health Integration Network (LHIN). Formerly known as Central Community Care Access Centre (CCAC), Central LHIN is a proud recipient of a Gold Quality Healthcare Workplace Award for 2015, and one of the GTA’s Top Employers for 2017.
As a Nurse Practitioner within our Integrated Palliative Home Care Program, you will create a direct link between the home care team and the primary care practitioners to increase capacity in the community for end-of-life care. In addition to palliative clients with stable and predictable needs, you will serve a population of clients with complex medical, physical, cognitive and psychosocial conditions that place the client at risk for avoidable hospitalization, premature institutionalization or Alternate Levels of Care (ALC).
Your focus will be on providing critical capacity to enhance continuity of clinical care coordination across primary care, home care, community supports, acute and specialty palliative care sectors. This will see you working collaboratively across the health care system, providing expert clinical palliative leadership to support seamless, integrated care delivery. In your leadership role as a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in all domains of advanced practice nursing, including mentoring and professional development through coaching for Care Coordinators, service providers, nursing and physician colleagues, and participating in educational initiatives to advance evidence-based practice in palliative care.
Location: These positions are based out of the Markham site, but will involve regular travel across the Central LHIN for meetings and home visits; as a result, a valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle are required.
Required to cover North York and the surrounding area.
As a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, you will play a critical role as part of an interdisciplinary team, where your broad scope of practice will support collaborative practice across the health care continuum. Specifically, you can expect to:
- Ensure rapid response capacity to provide expert clinical care to complex palliative clients and expert clinical advice to primary care physicians, community nurses on the management of pain and symptoms, psychosocial support and therapeutic interventions.
- Make home visits to complex palliative clients and their families, to complete comprehensive clinical assessments and contribute to the development of comprehensive shared care plans in consultation with LHIN Care Coordinators, service providers, primary care physicians and others.
- Provide direct clinical care by visiting patients at home to:
- obtain consent for treatment
- conduct advanced clinical assessments
- provide diagnosis of disease
- perform intervention based on NP scope of practice
- prescribe medications
- manage disease-specific pain and symptoms
- sign the Certificate of Death.
- Act as the lead and clinical expert to the Care Coordinator in terms of professional practice and clinical expertise in the development of palliative care plans for complex clients (shared care plans) and chronic clients (coordinated care plans) that balance clinical, system and family needs.
- Be a professional practice lead and provide clinical expertise to nurses and Care Coordinators, as necessary.
- Provide consistent clinical support for chronic palliative clients and their families, as the clients interact with home and community care, primary care, acute care, and specialist care.
- Participate in client rounds and case conferences with palliative care teams.
- Develop a shared care partnership with primary care, and support primary care physicians in caring for palliative clients on their roster.
- Coordinate access to specialized palliative care and, when needed, acute services, including providing advice and support to ensure safe and seamless transitions between care settings.
- Facilitate ongoing integration of client’s medical care (especially pain and symptom management) across the health care sector to ensure all domains of palliative care are addressed in a seamless, integrated manner and client and family goals are achieved.
- In case of palliative client hospitalization, arrange with the Care Coordinator the enhanced home care supports and services to permit a safe transfer back to the home.
- Ensure regular communication with the direct care community team and the primary care physician for each palliative client.
- Participate in regular business meetings to assist in program development and ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
- Participate in systems planning and system integration activities with the goal of ensuring a comprehensive, high-quality system of hospice palliative care.
- Act as a spokesperson, as required, and ensure positive public relations and effective coordination of services through ongoing liaison and participation on internal and external committees.
- Initiate, benchmark, recommend, implement and evaluate best practices in the delivery of palliative care services.
- Identify, assess and meet the educational needs of clients, their families and other informal caregivers.
- Participate in identifying the educational needs of the interdisciplinary care team and facilitate or participate in the provision of education to meet those needs.
- Provide leadership and role modeling in critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical decision-making and use of evidence to inform service planning and system design.
- Remain current with evidence-based palliative care literature, including best practice guidelines.
- Assess for, and promote, a safe environment for clients, caregivers, family members, and staff, while ensuring adherence to LHIN health and safety policies and practices.
- Participate in committees and workgroups, as required.
Your professional strengths for the role of Nurse Practitioner – Palliative will include:
Key Qualifications
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class
- Completion of the Nurse Practitioner Program with a BScN (master’s level degree in Nursing preferred)
- Canadian Nursing Association Certification in Hospice Palliative Care or relevant specialty certification
- From 2 to 5 years’ experience, preferably in a community setting and in Palliative Care Nursing
- Experience as a Nurse Practitioner, preferred
- Demonstrated experience with proven team-building abilities and experience in advancing the clinical practice of multiple health disciplines
- Demonstrated expertise in advanced clinical practice of multiple health disciplines
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge in consultation and ethical decision-making
- Demonstrated experience using theory and evidence to advance clinical practice and outcomes
- Knowledge of the principles of adult education
- Working knowledge of community resources and roles of health care professionals
- Solid knowledge of health care related legislation and practices
- Knowledge of direct care/case management models used in community health care organizations.
- Knowledge of LHIN priorities, policies, practices and service standards
- Effective interpersonal, communication, organizational and planning skills
- Basic proficiency with computerized information systems
- A demonstrated commitment to the LHIN’s mission and values
- Ability to effectively maintain a constant flow of verbal and written communication with others throughout the workplace as well as outside the organization
- Excellent coaching, facilitation, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate with clients, their families, health care providers and other relevant individuals in order to follow through with care plan directives
- Demonstrated awareness of cultural diversity and the ability to handle confidential issues discreetly and sensitively
- Skill in building professional relationships across the health sectors
- Ability to research, analyze and evaluate hospice palliative care best practices program development and implementation.
ASSET
- Multilingual ability.
Central LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have any special requirements during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources.
If you are seeking a chance to truly make a difference in the lives of others as well as your own, please visit our website at www.lhinjobs.ca or APPLY ONLINE.
Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) get people the care they need in their homes and communities across the province. Caring for more than 637,000 people annually, LHINs work with families to help determine the right care and health supports to keep people at home for as long as possible. Learn more about our Care Coordinator, Nursing and other opportunities at www.lhinjobs.ca.
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Care Coordinator
If you are a Registered Nurse, an Occupational Therapist, a Physiotherapist, a Speech-Language Pathologist or a Certified Social Worker in Ontario, we would like you to become part of our team.
Care Coordinators may work in a variety of settings to plan and coordinate care – the community, a local hospital or one of our offices.
We are currently hiring for anticipated numerous Temporary FULL-TIME and Permanent Part Time Care Coordinator vacancies in our Home and Community Team for our Community & Hospital – South West Mississauga and North West Mississauga Teams.
Please note that all external Care Coordinator new hires must be able to attend a MANDATORY six (6) week full-time orientation session starting May 28, 2018.
POSITION OUTLINE
Responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing and reviewing patients’ needs and services provided by the LHIN following Ministry of Health legislation and LHIN policies and procedures. Responsible for providing information to patients as well as referring them to alternate community resources.
QUALIFICATIONS
A registered health or social work professional including:registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech language pathologist, or social worker.
A member in good standing with their applicable regulatory body below:
College of Nurses of Ontario
College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers
A University degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Minimum two years recent experience in community health or a related field. If social worker, medical social work experience required.
Knowledge of community resources
Computer literacy and keyboarding skills required
Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable motor vehicle
Insurance that includes driving for business purposes and minimum liability of $1,000,000.
Ability to communicate in French or other languages an asset.
ASSETS
• For some positions, previous experience working with client groups, including, but not limited to: multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, paediatrics
• For some positions, the ability to speak a second language
WHO WE ARE
Each year, over 600,000 people count on the Local Health Integration Network (LHINs) of Ontario as their single point of access for community services. At the heart of our success is a highly skilled group of 3,500 Care Coordinators who play a pivotal role in helping our clients navigate the complexities of the health care system.
Employees at the Mississauga Halton LHIN enjoy a competitive compensation package which includes a comprehensive benefit plan. We are committed to creating a work environment that fosters continuous learning at all levels of our organization including ongoing internal learning opportunities, formal training events and conferences.
HOW TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY
If you are seeking a chance to truly make a difference in the lives of others as well as your own, please APPLY ONLINE. All applications will be reviewed. Applications received on-line are monitored regularly and will be processed quickly. Applications using other means (fax: 416 626 1821) require manual review and will be processed within 30 days. Please note that this fax number is only to be used for recruitment purposes.
The Mississauga Halton LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.
Most LHIN Centres of Ontario are governed by the requirements of the French Language Services Act. We provide services in French and encourage applications from French-speaking candidates.
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The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), is amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move towards a better connected system that creates more seamless care for patients. The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) is pivotal in this process. Entrusted through our provincial mandate to plan, fund, integrate and deliver health care across our region, we are finding better ways to provide services to the 1.2 million people in our communities through the stewardship of approximately $1.6 billion of public funds allocated to our health service providers and the delivery of high quality home and community care.
If you would like to make a fundamental difference, we invite you to bring your passion and knowledge to the Mississauga Halton LHIN. Join our dynamic team transforming the local health care system.
We are currently recruiting a Nurse Practitioner - Palliative
Competition #: FY1718-190
Date Posted: January 16, 2018
Date Closed: Until Filled
Start Date: Immediately
Reports to: Manager, Home & Community Care
Category: Temporary Full-time until May 31, 2019
Team: Palliative
Current primary assigned location: 2655 North Sheridan Way, Ste 140
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager, Palliative Care, as an integrated member of the Palliative Care Team, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) supports the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) Palliative Program and the Mississauga Halton LHIN Palliative Care Regional Programing to ensure high quality, patient-centered hospice palliative care across all care settings in the Mississauga Halton region. The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)/NP provides support to the Palliative Care Team and specialist providers to address complex palliative care needs and increase capacity within the region to provide palliative and end of life care in the community. Critical to the NP role is the provision of direct nursing services to support complex patients and their families.The NP broad scope practice will support seamless integration of hospice palliative care at the primary, secondary and tertiary care level; serving as clinician, educator, collaborator and advocate. At the primary level, the incumbent works as an integral member of the Palliative Care Team, assisting in building team capacity to provide care and clinical management; at the secondary level, engaging in shared care with primary and specialist providers, to address more complex palliative care needs; and at the tertiary level facilitating access to and seamless transition to and from tertiary services.
Working collaboratively across the health care system, the NP provides expert direct clinical palliative leadership to support seamless, integrated care delivery. In this leadership role, the NP will work in all domains consistent with advanced practice nursing (leadership, clinical care, consultation/collaboration, facilitation and research). Within this scope, the NP will provide home/office/hospital visits and telephone and face-to-face consultation, and crisis response, The APN/NP is also responsible for education, knowledge transfer and best practice implementation, mentorship and professional development, through coaching inter-professional teams involved in the circle of support.
The role includes stakeholder engagement, participation in local, regional and provincial committees and a leadership role to implement improvements in Mississauga Halton LHIN and Mississauga Halton LHIN regional palliative programming. The NP supports an organizational culture that promotes professional growth and continuous learning, program development and evaluation, and effective inter-professional teams.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Expert Clinical Practice
- Provides palliative and end-of-life direct care to patients within the scope of practice, supporting patient/caregiver and their circle of care to receive community-based care as long as possible and patient death in place of choice
- As part of a team of NPs, provides expert clinical care to complex palliative patients and expert clinical advice to the inter-professional team, including for example, primary care physicians, specialists, care coordinators, and community nurses on the management of pain and symptoms, psychosocial support and therapeutic interventions
- Ensures rapid response capacity
- Provides advanced care planning; develop goals of care and/or initiate end of life conversations
- Responsible for home/office/hospital visits to complex palliative patients and their families for the purpose of completing comprehensive clinical assessments and building capacity within the primary team
- Contributes to the development of comprehensive shared care plans in consultation with Care Coordinators, service providers, primary care physicians and others
- Participates in patient rounds and case conferences with palliative care teams in hospital(s) to identify complex palliative needs and support safe and successful transitioning back to the community/home; prioritizes responsibility to ensure crisis management/urgent needs are supported
- Adopts regional and provincial targets as performance goals and measures
- Supports Most Responsible Practitioner (Family Physician/Palliative Physician/Other) to ensure continuity of medical/clinical care for individuals with complex palliative needs across primary, acute, community and specialized palliative care sectors in relation to coordinated management approaches, information exchange and relationships with the patient and family
- Identifies complex needs that may require tertiary intervention
- Participates in shared care roles where patient needs are complex and the primary care team will benefit from ongoing care, coaching/consultation, and advanced practice nursing expertise
- Identifies complex needs that may require tertiary intervention and takes appropriate action
- Provides on call support to the inter-professional and primary care team for the purposes of assistance with problem solving and decision-making and telephone or face to face visits as required
Leadership
- Collaborates with Mississauga Halton LHIN administration to work towards provincial goals of “death in place of choice” and building organizational and regional capacity to care for patients within the system of home and community care
- Assists in the development of palliative care program policies and procedures including development of content for education and orientation materials
- Advocates for individuals, families for health system policies
- Identifies Mississauga Halton LHIN and regional learning needs and finds/develops programs/resources to meet those needs in collaboration with Learning & Organizational Development teams where applicable
- Mentors and coaches nursing colleagues, other team members in the circle of care and students
- Advocates for and promotes the importance of access to hospice palliative care
- Contributes to and advocates for an organizational culture that promotes professional growth, continuous learning and collaborative practice
- Identifies gaps in the palliative care system and develops partnerships to facilitate and manage change
- Advises patients, colleagues, the community, health care institutions and policy makers on issues related to hospice palliative care nursing and health care
- Participates in local, provincial, national palliative care organizations and initiatives; and professional nursing organizations
Best Practice Implementation and Knowledge Transfer
- Participates in the identification of the clinical educational needs of the inter-professional team/Circle of Care; facilitates and participates in the planning and delivery of education to meet those needs
- Provides mentorship and models critical thinking, problem solving and the use of evidence to guide decision making amongst all members of the health care team and help guide system design
- Participates in scholarly activities at academic centres
- Participates in and/or represents the Mississauga Halton LHIN at conferences submitting abstracts and presenting
- Assists in the creation of a shared cared partnership with primary care, palliative care and when needed acute care services
- Evaluates current practices at the individual and systems level in light of research findings and assists with adoption and implementation of best practice
- Participates in research activities within scope of practice
- Critiques, interprets, applies and disseminates evidence-based findings
- Contributes to nursing and HPC system by disseminating new knowledge through formal and informal channels including presentation, publication at the local, regional, national and international level
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training & Experience
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class; RNs without the extended class designation may be considered provided they are currently enrolled in the NP program and commit to obtaining this designation within three (3) years
- Nurse Practitioner Program with a BScN (Masters level degree in Nursing preferred)
- Canadian Nursing Association Certification in Hospice Palliative Care or relevant speciality certification an asset
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in Palliative Care Nursing, preferably in a community setting
- Demonstrated experience with proven team building abilities and experience in advancing the clinical practice of multiple health disciplines
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge/experience in consultation and ethical decision-making
- Demonstrated use of theory and evidence to advance clinical practice and outcomes
- Ability to communicate in French or other languages an asset.
To apply for this vacancy please submit a resume with covering letter referencing competition #FY1718-190 via the Mississauga Halton LHIN Career Opportunity page at lhinjobs.ca. Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mississauga Halton LHIN is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace, committed to Employment Equity. We welcome diversity in the workplace, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. We will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted.
To receive any Mississauga Halton LHIN document required by the Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act (AODA) and its standards, or to receive any public document on our website in an alternate format, please contact our Communications Department at 905-855-9090 or 1-877-336-9090.
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JOB TITLE: Manager, Home and Community Care
START DATE: February 2018
DURATION: Full Time, Permanent
REPORTS TO: Director, Home and Community Care
DEPARTMENT: Home and Community Care
LOCATION: Toronto Central LHIN
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Home and Community Care, this position is responsible for overseeing the ongoing management, planning and evaluation of case management and long-term care placement coordination within an assigned area for the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network (TC LHIN). Working with a sub-region team and community services partners, the incumbent will ensure that quality client-focused services are delivered.
An excellent communicator and problem solver, the Manager, Home and Community Care is accountable for the quality and fiscal management of delivery of client services, and the position will also directly manage staff providing such services.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leads a team of operations professionals and staff in delivering coordinated quality community health care and facilitate access to long term care.
- Coaches and assists staff with complex client situations.
- Monitors and manages the budget, including analyzing results and recommending adjustments.
- Participates in researching, integrating and promoting leading client services delivery models in one or more specialty client program areas for the Toronto Central LHIN, in order to achieve established objectives and targets
- Implements best practice measures to serve Long Term Care facilities, Community Resource groups, physicians, and nursing and rehabilitation services.
- Builds and maintains relationships with health and social service agencies and external service providers.
- Participates as a leader in change management initiatives; acts as a champion for continuous improvement and participates in the development of policies, procedures, systems and tools to improve service delivery.
- Interprets and implements organizational policy, union contracts, and any applicable legislation as required.
- Day-to-day management and development of Home and Community Care staff.
- Ensures process is in place for frontline staff to identify and address client safety concerns, and that client safety is discussed at team meetings, huddles and planning sessions.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Education and Experience:
- Graduate degree in health administration, and possibly specialist expertise in a discipline such as palliative care or mental health. May also have a background and graduate degree in social services, or an MBA (or equivalent).
- Regulated Health Professional preferred.
- Three to five years experience managing in a multi-disciplinary, culturally diverse health care environment.
- Knowledge of direct care/case management and/ or operational models used in community health care organizations
- Good knowledge of community resources (e.g., services and programs), and roles of health care professionals and understanding of issues and priorities within health care
- In-depth understanding of the Toronto Central LHIN’s priorities and related Home and Community Care priorities and plans
- Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., regarding privacy, the provision of health care services, etc.)
- A team player with excellent communication skills who respects diversity, exercises good judgment and is committed to providing the highest level of customer service and client care.
- Demonstrated skills in organization and time management.
- Superior oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, relationship management, facilitation, negotiation and problem solving skills.
- In-depth knowledge of tools, systems and databases used in client service delivery and management (e.g. CARE, TRCCD, Portal, PointClick, Metro PCS, RAI, etc.)
- Ability to use MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
- Bilingual (French and English) oral and written communications skills are an asset.
We offer competitive salary and employee benefits, including pension contributions with HOOPP.
If you are seeking a chance to truly make a difference in the lives of others as well as your own, please send apply online at www.lhinjobs.ca
Toronto Central LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.
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**Talent Pool – Various future temporary, part-time and full-time opportunities in community, hospital and Initial Care Team.
***Fluency in the French Language is highly desired
Team Assistant
Bring your healthcare administrative support experience to this role as a Team Assistant for the Central West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN).
Reporting to the Manager – Home and Community Care, the TEAM ASSISTANT will provide support for the assigned team in their daily activities to facilitate efficient and effective service delivery to our clients.
Responsibilities include:
- Process new referrals, orders for services, supplies and equipment
- Process and assist with management of confidential records for clients on admission and until discharge
- Enter, update and maintain high volume of client data into electronic database
- Provide administrative support services for case managers
- Answer high volume of telephone inquiries from clients, families and service providers; refer callers to Case Managers and/or other appropriate individuals
- Maintain client information database
- Provide back-up support to other positions as assigned
- Provide switchboard relief as required
- Perform other duties as assigned.
LOCATION: Brampton, Ontario
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum Secondary School Graduate
- Minimum two years office experience
- Advanced keyboarding skills
- Proficiency with database software, Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Advanced multitasking skills with ability to meet production and service standards
- Very good interpersonal skills including the ability to function as a part of a team and interact with different cultures with tact and diplomacy
- Very good communications skills, both oral and written
ASSETS
- Familiarity with medical terminology, office administrative procedures/concepts and knowledge of LHIN services would be an asset
- French language is strongly recommended
Who We Are:
A mosaic of geographic and cultural diversity and home to over 922,000 local residents, the Central West LHIN plans, integrates, funds and monitors the local health care system for the regions of Brampton, Caledon, Dufferin, Malton,
North Etobicoke and West Woodbridge. Through the recently passed Patients First Act, LHINs are also now responsible for the delivery of home and community care services and primary care planning, resulting in a better experience
for both patients and those who care for them.
Employees at the Central West LHIN enjoy a competitive compensation package, which includes a comprehensive benefit plan. We are committed to creating a work environment that fosters continuous learning at all levels of our
organization, including ongoing internal learning opportunities, formal training events and conferences.
How to Apply:
If you are career minded and an ambitious person seeking a chance to be part of a team that’s truly making a difference in the lives of others, please apply on-line at http://lhinjobs.ca/.
We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.
We are governed by the requirements of the French Language Services Act and, therefore, encourage applications from bilingual candidates. Posting available in French upon request.
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PATIENT CARE ASSISTANTS (CASUAL) – London, Stratford, Owen Sound, Hanover, Seaforth, St. Thomas, Woodstock
What Can I Expect To Do?
Reporting to the Manager of Home and Community Care, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides service and support to the Care Coordination process. This includes the coordination and organization of Care Coordinator activities. The Patient Care Assistant communicates with patients, families, providers and other multidisciplinary team members and acts as a point of contact for patient issues. Through the utilization of a Patient Driven Care approach, the PCA disseminates necessary information and triages pertinent information to the Care Coordinator, and assists the Care Coordinator to ensure thorough follow up on patient issues.
We are currently accepting resumes for casual positions in the following locations: London/Middlesex/Elgin, Huron/Perth, Oxford and Grey/Bruce counties.
How Do I Qualify?
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
- Education and/or training in health care administration is an asset.
- Minimum one (1) year of related experience, preferably in health care/medical administration or services.
- Familiarity with/knowledge of Medical Terminology.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member, including communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, including ability to prioritize competing requests and function well under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to connect with patients, actively listen to requests, and respond in a timely, sensitive and respectful manner.
- Demonstrated ability to input data into computer software consistently accurately.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Experience using computer databases, MS Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to manage the flow of information in a timely and efficient manner.
- Ability to prioritize and manage the Care Coordinator’s calendar, sets up appointments on her/his behalf and resolve scheduling conflicts.
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Proficiency in the French language is an asset.
Should you be interested in this exciting opportunity, please visit www.lhinjobs.ca to apply. Application deadline is June 30, 2018 at 11:59pm. We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
The LHIN is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants are welcome. Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
The South West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) is one of 14 local organizations in Ontario that plan, coordinate and fund local health services and deliver high quality home and community care to patients and families. The South West LHIN is committed to health improvement, innovation, and the establishment of collaborative partnerships to improve population health, patient experience and value for money across the health care system.
LHIN staff incorporates the best aspects of teamwork and continuous learning as they work with the local community to ensure the best health outcomes for everyone. If you have a passion for excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit, this is your opportunity to make a difference as part of a dynamic team transforming the Ontario healthcare system.
For further information on the South West LHIN please visit: http://www.southwestlhin.on.ca
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Care Coordinator – Huron/Perth (Casual, Regular Part Time, Temporary Full Time)
What Can I Expect To Do?
Possessing the skills, the knowledge and credentials (Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Master of Social Work), as well as experience and sound judgment, the Care Coordinator contributes to the success of patient-driven care throughout South Western Ontario.
As a Care Coordinator, you’ll leverage your healthcare expertise and knowledge of community resources to: assess patient needs; determine their eligibility for services; and subsequently develop, evaluate and/or revise plans of service for patients. Recognized as a valued member of the Home & Community Care Team, you’ll be accountable for coordinating the delivery of care to patients across a continuum of care, facilitating and ensuring the achievement of quality clinical outcomes.
Reporting to the Manager, Home & Community Care, responsibilities include:
- Carry out a variety of patient care and relationship management duties.
- Prioritize new referrals and take timely action, identifying individuals who would benefit from services and connecting with them to determine eligibility for services such as LTC, Adult Day Programs, etc.
- In collaboration with the patient, assess their needs and goals, and incorporate these into care planning, ensuring that the plan includes access to alternative resources.
- Make referrals to a wide variety of community supports, based on specific needs or circumstances, and assist patients and their families through the process.
- Create a transitional plan in collaboration with the patient and system partners (e.g., hospital, primary care and community health care providers).
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients and their circle of care – families, service providers, physicians and other partners – to ensure the delivery of the highest quality patient care.
- Represent the Home & Community Care Team on multidisciplinary committees and community agency working groups.
Location: This position is located in the South West LHIN region, Huron/Perth counties.
How Do I Qualify?
- Current, active registration or licence to practise in Ontario as a Registered Nurse (RN, BScN), Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Social Worker (MSW).
- Sound knowledge of the long-term care system and community resources, and experience to assess requirements and develop plans of care.
- Recent clinical experience and experience with mental health and addictions.
- Knowledge of: the roles of health care professionals; the evolving role of LHINs; the issues and priorities within the health care sector and how they impact patient care delivery.
- Practical knowledge of privacy and other relevant legislation (e.g., the Long Term Care Act).
- Effective planning, organization and evaluation skills to manage multiple patients, provide information reports and take corrective action.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use MS Office applications and databases.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Proficiency in French is an asset.
Should you be interested in this exciting opportunity, please visit www.lhinjobs.ca to apply. Application deadline is June 30, 2018 at 11:59pm. We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
The LHIN is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants are welcome. Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
The South West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) is one of 14 local organizations in Ontario that plan, coordinate and fund local health services and deliver high quality home and community care to patients and families. The South West LHIN is committed to health improvement, innovation, and the establishment of collaborative partnerships to improve population health, patient experience and value for money across the health care system.
LHIN staff incorporates the best aspects of teamwork and continuous learning as they work with the local community to ensure the best health outcomes for everyone. If you have a passion for excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit, this is your opportunity to make a difference as part of a dynamic team transforming the Ontario healthcare system.
For further information on the South West LHIN please visit: http://www.southwestlhin.on.ca
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Care Coordinator - London/Middlesex/Elgin/Oxford (Casual, Regular Part Time, Temporary Full Time)
What Can I Expect To Do?
Possessing the skills, the knowledge and credentials (Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Master of Social Work), as well as experience and sound judgment, the Care Coordinator contributes to the success of patient-driven care throughout South Western Ontario.
As a Care Coordinator, you’ll leverage your healthcare expertise and knowledge of community resources to: assess patient needs; determine their eligibility for services; and subsequently develop, evaluate and/or revise plans of service for patients. Recognized as a valued member of the Home & Community Care Team, you’ll be accountable for coordinating the delivery of care to patients across a continuum of care, facilitating and ensuring the achievement of quality clinical outcomes.
Reporting to the Manager, Home & Community Care, responsibilities include:
- Carry out a variety of patient care and relationship management duties.
- Prioritize new referrals and take timely action, identifying individuals who would benefit from services and connecting with them to determine eligibility for services such as LTC, Adult Day Programs, etc.
- In collaboration with the patient, assess their needs and goals, and incorporate these into care planning, ensuring that the plan includes access to alternative resources.
- Make referrals to a wide variety of community supports, based on specific needs or circumstances, and assist patients and their families through the process.
- Create a transitional plan in collaboration with the patient and system partners (e.g., hospital, primary care and community health care providers).
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients and their circle of care – families, service providers, physicians and other partners – to ensure the delivery of the highest quality patient care.
- Represent the Home & Community Care Team on multidisciplinary committees and community agency working groups.
Location: This position is located in the South West LHIN region, London/Middlesex/Elgin/Oxford counties.
How Do I Qualify?
- Current, active registration or licence to practise in Ontario as a Registered Nurse (RN, BScN), Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Social Worker (MSW).
- Sound knowledge of the long-term care system and community resources, and experience to assess requirements and develop plans of care.
- Recent clinical experience and experience with mental health and addictions.
- Knowledge of: the roles of health care professionals; the evolving role of LHINs; the issues and priorities within the health care sector and how they impact patient care delivery.
- Practical knowledge of privacy and other relevant legislation (e.g., the Long Term Care Act).
- Effective planning, organization and evaluation skills to manage multiple patients, provide information reports and take corrective action.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use MS Office applications and databases.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Proficiency in French is an asset.
Should you be interested in this exciting opportunity, please visit www.lhinjobs.ca to apply. Application deadline is June 30, 2018 at 11:59pm. We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
The LHIN is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants are welcome. Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
The South West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) is one of 14 local organizations in Ontario that plan, coordinate and fund local health services and deliver high quality home and community care to patients and families. The South West LHIN is committed to health improvement, innovation, and the establishment of collaborative partnerships to improve population health, patient experience and value for money across the health care system.
LHIN staff incorporates the best aspects of teamwork and continuous learning as they work with the local community to ensure the best health outcomes for everyone. If you have a passion for excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit, this is your opportunity to make a difference as part of a dynamic team transforming the Ontario healthcare system.
For further information on the South West LHIN please visit: http://www.southwestlhin.on.ca
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Care Coordinator – Grey/Bruce (Casual, Regular Part Time, Temporary Full Time)
What Can I Expect To Do?
Possessing the skills, the knowledge and credentials (Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Master of Social Work), as well as experience and sound judgment, the Care Coordinator contributes to the success of patient-driven care throughout South Western Ontario.
As a Care Coordinator, you’ll leverage your healthcare expertise and knowledge of community resources to: assess patient needs; determine their eligibility for services; and subsequently develop, evaluate and/or revise plans of service for patients. Recognized as a valued member of the Home & Community Care Team, you’ll be accountable for coordinating the delivery of care to patients across a continuum of care, facilitating and ensuring the achievement of quality clinical outcomes.
Reporting to the Manager, Home & Community Care, responsibilities include:
- Carry out a variety of patient care and relationship management duties.
- Prioritize new referrals and take timely action, identifying individuals who would benefit from services and connecting with them to determine eligibility for services such as LTC, Adult Day Programs, etc.
- In collaboration with the patient, assess their needs and goals, and incorporate these into care planning, ensuring that the plan includes access to alternative resources.
- Make referrals to a wide variety of community supports, based on specific needs or circumstances, and assist patients and their families through the process.
- Create a transitional plan in collaboration with the patient and system partners (e.g., hospital, primary care and community health care providers).
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients and their circle of care – families, service providers, physicians and other partners – to ensure the delivery of the highest quality patient care.
- Represent the Home & Community Care Team on multidisciplinary committees and community agency working groups.
Location: This position is located in the South West LHIN region, Grey/Bruce counties.
How Do I Qualify?
- Current, active registration or licence to practise in Ontario as a Registered Nurse (RN, BScN), Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Social Worker (MSW).
- Sound knowledge of the long-term care system and community resources, and experience to assess requirements and develop plans of care.
- Recent clinical experience and experience with mental health and addictions.
- Knowledge of: the roles of health care professionals; the evolving role of LHINs; the issues and priorities within the health care sector and how they impact patient care delivery.
- Practical knowledge of privacy and other relevant legislation (e.g., the Long Term Care Act).
- Effective planning, organization and evaluation skills to manage multiple patients, provide information reports and take corrective action.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use MS Office applications and databases.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Proficiency in French is an asset.
Should you be interested in this exciting opportunity, please visit www.lhinjobs.ca to apply. Application deadline is June 30, 2018 at 11:59pm. We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
The LHIN is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants are welcome. Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
The South West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) is one of 14 local organizations in Ontario that plan, coordinate and fund local health services and deliver high quality home and community care to patients and families. The South West LHIN is committed to health improvement, innovation, and the establishment of collaborative partnerships to improve population health, patient experience and value for money across the health care system.
LHIN staff incorporates the best aspects of teamwork and continuous learning as they work with the local community to ensure the best health outcomes for everyone. If you have a passion for excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit, this is your opportunity to make a difference as part of a dynamic team transforming the Ontario healthcare system.
For further information on the South West LHIN please visit: http://www.southwestlhin.on.ca
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We are currently recruiting a Care Coordinator for our Palliative Team
Competition #: FY1718-210
Date Posted: February 14, 2018
Date Closed: Until Filled
Start Date: May 2018
Reports to: Manager, Regional Programs - Palliative
Job Rate: CUPE Salary Band 5: $37.29 - $43.39 per hour
Category: Temporary Full-time (1 year)
Team: Palliative
Primary assigned location: 2655 North Sheridan Way, Mississauga
POSITION OUTLINE:
The Mississauga Halton CCAC has an exciting opportunity for a Care Coordinator to join the Palliative Team during a time of strategic focus on palliative care within the Mississauga Halton LHIN region and across the province. Transformation of Palliative Care is a strategic initiative for Mississauga Halton CCAC, and we are seeking passionate, collaborative and creative professionals to join our team. We are seeking an excellent communicator, critical thinker, lifelong learner and problem solver.
The Palliative Care Coordinator competencies include: clinical expertise in palliative care, patient and family-centred, ethical decision-making, collaboration with a variety of different stakeholders, and demonstrated leadership with inter-professional teams, including providers within the circle of care for individual patients and caregivers, and among the community with partners and colleagues. Experience in medication management and/or medication reconciliation and familiarity with medical diagnoses and disease trajectories are critical skillsets that will be a focus of recruitment.
Responsible for:
- Providing care coordination to patients with palliative needs, supporting patients with palliative needs to remain at home and in community through stable, transitional phases, and end of life.
- Development of individualized, collaborative care plans and care conferencing
- Facilitating communication and collaboration between the inter-professional care team for each patient
- Home visits and telephone communication with patients and caregivers; liaison with primary care providers and members of a patients circle of care.
- Assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing and reviewing patient needs and services
- Providing information to patients and referrals to alternate community resources
- Responding to inquiries and request for care in accordance with the patient’s needs; identifies risk factors and urgency for care
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A registered health or social work professional including: registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech language pathologist, or social worker.
- A member in good standing with their applicable regulatory body below:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers
- A University degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum two years recent experience in community health or a related field (acute, hospice, home and community care settings). If allied health professional, relevant clinical medical experience required.
- Palliative experience preferred.
- Knowledge of community resources and demonstrated ability to collaborate and establish/strengthen care teams
- Knowledge and experience in Care Coordination, including clinical strength in assessment, care planning, system navigation, health outcomes monitoring, direct support (i.e., self-management principles), collaboration with key system partners
- Demonstrated skill and experience in providing care in a manner that is culturally responsive and effective with individuals from various backgrounds and diversity.
- Computer literacy and keyboarding skills required
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable motor vehicle
- Insurance that includes driving for business purposes and minimum liability of $1,000,000.
- Ability to communicate in French or other languages an asset.
To apply for this vacancy please submit a resume with covering letter referencing FY1718-210 via the following link www.lhinjobs.caor visit the Mississauga Halton LHIN Career Opportunity page at lhinjobs.ca Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mississauga Halton CCAC is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace, committed to Employment Equity. We welcome diversity in the workplace, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. We will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted.
To receive any Mississauga Halton CCAC document required by the Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act (AODA) and its standards, or to receive any public document on our website in an alternate format, please contact our Communications Department at 905-855-9090 or 1-877-336-9090.
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The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move towards a better connected system that creates more seamless care for patients. The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) is pivotal in this process. Entrusted through our provincial mandate to plan, fund, integrate and deliver health care across our region, we are finding better ways to provide services to the 1.2 million people in our communities through the stewardship of approximately $1.6 billion of public funds allocated to our health service providers and the delivery of high quality home and community care.
If you would like to make a fundamental difference, we invite you to bring your passion and knowledge to the Mississauga Halton LHIN. Join our dynamic team transforming the local health care system.
We are currently recruiting a Team Assistant (FUTURE VACANCY)
POSITION OUTLINE:
Provides office, clerical and administrative support to the Patient Care Team, including but not limited to:
- Input patient information into CHRIS (CAF data, equipment and supply orders, calendaring, PCS, etc.)
- Patient and Service Provider interaction (answers routine phone requests; makes routine calls on the direction and on behalf of the Care Coordinators; arrange/cancel home visits; redirects non-routine calls)
- Administrative support (sorts and distributes mail; files patient information; sends/receives faxes; etc.)
- Performs other duties as required.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Educational Qualifications
- Completion of Secondary School – minimum requirement
- Administrative training preferred
- Health care training preferred
- Medical terminology training preferred
- Computer training preferred
Experience
- Minimum two years previous experience in similar or related position
- Experience with medical supplies is an asset
Skills/Abilities
- Accurate and efficient data entry skills
- Proficient in common office applications
- Interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong understanding of confidentiality principles
- Understanding of roles of health care providers and other stakeholders
- Organizational skills
- Flexibility for changing processes and multiple contacts.
- Problem solving and decision making skills within proscribed limits.
- Prioritize multiple work tasks.
- Ability to communicate in French or other languages an asset.
Mississauga Halton LHIN is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace, committed to Employment Equity. We welcome diversity in the workplace, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. We will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted.
To receive any Mississauga Halton LHIN document required by the Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act (AODA) and its standards, or to receive any public document on our website in an alternate format, please contact our Communications Department at 905-855-9090 or 1-877-336-9090.
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The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move towards a better connected system that creates more seamless care for patients. The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) is pivotal in this process. Entrusted through our provincial mandate to plan, fund, integrate and deliver health care across our region, we are finding better ways to provide services to the 1.2 million people in our communities through the stewardship of approximately $1.6 billion of public funds allocated to our health service providers and the delivery of high quality home and community care.
If you would like to make a fundamental difference, we invite you to bring your passion and knowledge to the Mississauga Halton LHIN. Join our dynamic team transforming the local health care system.
We are currently recruiting for a Care Coordinator (FUTURE VACANCY)
If you are a Registered Nurse, an Occupational Therapist, a Physiotherapist, a Speech-Language Pathologist or a Certified Social Worker in Ontario, we would like you to become part of our team.
Care Coordinators may work in a variety of settings to plan and coordinate care – the community, a local hospital or one of our offices.
Please note that all EXTERNAL hires must be available to attend a mandatory six (6) weeks full-time paid orientation. Dates of when the Orientation will be scheduled will be discuss during the recruitment process.
POSITION OUTLINE
Responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing and reviewing patients’ needs and services provided by the LHIN following Ministry of Health legislation and LHIN policies and procedures. Responsible for providing information to patients as well as referring them to alternate community resources.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A registered health or social work professional including: registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech language pathologist, or social worker.
- A member in good standing with their applicable regulatory body below:
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers
- A University degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum two years recent experience in community health or a related field. If social worker, medical social work experience required.
- Knowledge of community resources
- Computer literacy and keyboarding skills required
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable motor vehicle
- Insurance that includes driving for business purposes and minimum liability of $1,000,000.
- Ability to communicate in French or other languages an asset.
ASSETS
• For some positions, previous experience working with client groups, including, but not limited to: multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, paediatrics
• For some positions, the ability to speak a second language
WHO WE ARE
Each year, over 600,000 people count on the Local Health Integration Network (LHINs) of Ontario as their single point of access for community services. At the heart of our success is a highly skilled group of 3,500 Care Coordinators who play a pivotal role in helping our clients navigate the complexities of the health care system.
Employees at the Mississauga Halton LHIN enjoy a competitive compensation package which includes a comprehensive benefit plan. We are committed to creating a work environment that fosters continuous learning at all levels of our organization including ongoing internal learning opportunities, formal training events and conferences.
HOW TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY
If you are seeking a chance to truly make a difference in the lives of others as well as your own, please APPLY ONLINE. All applications will be reviewed. Applications received on-line are monitored regularly and will be processed quickly. Applications using other means (fax: 416 626 1821) require manual review and will be processed within 30 days. Please note that this fax number is only to be used for recruitment purposes.
The Mississauga Halton LHIN is committed to accommodating people with Mississauga Halton LHIN is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace, committed to Employment Equity. We welcome diversity in the workplace, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. We will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted.
To receive any Mississauga Halton LHIN document required by the Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act (AODA) and its standards, or to receive any public document on our website in an alternate format, please contact our Communications Department at 905-855-9090 or 1-877-336-9090.
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Central Local Health Integration Network (CLHIN)
Caring Communities, Healthier People
Formerly known as Central Community Care Access Centre (CCAC), Central LHIN is a proud recipient of a Gold Quality Healthcare Workplace Award for 2015, and one of the GTA’s Top Employers for 2017. The LHIN works with local health service providers and communities to design real-life solutions that improve access to care, better coordinate services and improve people’s experience with the health care system.
The Financial Analyst – Family Managed Home Care Program performs a number of financial, accounting, and analytical duties in order to ensure that clients using the Self-Directed Care (“SDC”) model receive prompt reimbursement for services that are compliant with the SDC Funding Agreement and the relevant policies and directives of the Central Local Health Integration Network (LHIN).
Location: This position will be based at our Head Office inMarkham, ON.
The following outlines the specific duties and responsibilities of the Financial Analyst – Family Managed Home Care Program:
- Reviews relevant schedules of the SDC Funding Agreement for each client to ensure understanding of different requirements.
- Reviews approved SDC budget plan for each client to make certain information is complete and accurate.
- Interacts directly with client/SDM in order to maintain regular communication to those in receipt of funds.
- Ensures that regular payments are processed as per the funding agreement and the SDC budget.
- Ensures that the LHIN only provides SDC funding to the Client or Substitute Decision-Maker (“SDM”) for eligible expense incurred during a particular time period, based on invoices that are received, reviewed, and approved by the LHIN in relation to that time period.
- Probes into anomalies and other inconsistencies and escalates issues on a proactive basis.
- Notifies management staff of error trends/issues where appropriate.
- Reviews reports validating that the Client or SDM only uses SDC funding to pay for SDC Service Providers, equipment, and diagnostic/laboratory services in accordance with the requirements under the SDC Program Specifications and the SDC Template Agreement.
- Develops and submits required financial and statistical reports to various internal and external stakeholders such as the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (“MOHLTC”).
- Reconciles payments to SDC clients based on invoices and receipts received, reviewed and approved by the LHIN.
- Ensures that all payments are tracked and accounted for and proper signature authorization is obtained for release of payment.
- Verifies that the processing of payments and distribution of cheques complies with the payment terms and timelines established by the SDC Funding Agreement and the relevant policies and directives of the LHIN.
- Monitors cost reports submitted by the Client and follows up for any exceptions.
- Implements and monitors processes in Accounts Payable and Client Health Record Information System (“CHRIS”) billing suspension areas related to SDC funding plans.
- Participates in the ongoing development and quality improvement of the Accounts Payable/billing suspension processes.
- Tracks accruals regarding outstanding invoices for month-end and year-end.
- Maintains detailed filing system for audit and is compliant with the records management policy of the organization.
- Assists with training/orientation of new Finance staff to the SDC program
- Serves as back-up for other Finance staff in SDC on vacation/sick leave.
- Participates in special projects/committees and analysis as assigned.
- Completes the investigation and reconciliation of rejected billings from Service Providers and
- forwards results of investigations.
- Liaises with other departments as required to resolve issues.
- Participates in the ongoing development of the SDC financial process.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge:
- Five (5) years’ experience in a financial, accounting and/or analytical role preferably in the healthcare sector.
- Good knowledge of medical terminology.
- Proficient in Microsoft Windows applications like Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of CHRIS billings, Great Plains, Integration Manager systems a definite asset.
- Ability to assimilate MIS compliant information into General Ledger.
Skills:
- Inquisitive mindset with proven ability to probe for information, ask questions, and escalate issues when needed.
- Diligent and thorough with utmost focus on data integrity and accuracy.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated organizational skills with ability to organize/prioritize daily workload in the presence of frequent interruptions.
- Excellent customer service skills in dealing with Service Provider Agencies, suppliers, hospitals, and staff at all levels including Management.
- Well-developed communication skills required to work in a team environment and with diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment with frequent changes and interruptions.
- Self-starter with commitment to learning.
- Client-driven focus to ensure a direct line of sight to those who will be in receipt of funds.
- Strong customer service/follow-up orientation.
- Ability to deal with complex and sensitive issues, exercising diplomacy and discretion.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with a sound knowledge of the English language to facilitate effective communication with all levels of LHIN staff.
- Bilingualism in French is an asset.
- Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff and Service Providers.
More information on the Central LHIN may be found at www.centrallhin.on.ca. Job opportunities may be found at www.LHINjobs.ca.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.
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JOB TITLE: Manager, Hospital Sector, Home and Community Care
START DATE: March 2018
DURATION: Full Time, Permanent
REPORTS TO: Director, Home and Community Care
DEPARTMENT: Home and Community Care
LOCATION: Toronto Central LHIN
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Home and Community Care, this position is responsible for overseeing the ongoing management, planning and evaluation of case management and long-term care placement coordination within an assigned Hospital(s) for the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network (TC LHIN). Working with a sub-region team and community services partners, the incumbent will ensure that quality client-focused services are delivered.
An excellent communicator and problem solver, the Manager, Hospital Sector, Home and Community Care is accountable for the quality and fiscal management of delivery of client services, and the position will also directly manage staff providing such services.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leads a team of operations professionals and staff in delivering coordinated quality hospital and community health care and facilitate access to long term care.
- Coaches and assists staff with complex client situations.
- Monitors and manages the budget, including analyzing results and recommending adjustments.
- Participates in researching, integrating and promoting leading client services delivery models in one or more specialty client program areas for the Toronto Central LHIN, in order to achieve established objectives and targets
- Implements best practice measures to serve Long Term Care facilities, Community Resource groups, physicians, and nursing and rehabilitation services.
- Builds and maintains relationships with health and social service agencies and external service providers.
- Participates as a leader in change management initiatives; acts as a champion for continuous improvement and participates in the development of policies, procedures, systems and tools to improve service delivery.
- Interprets and implements organizational policy, union contracts, and any applicable legislation as required.
- Day-to-day management and development of Home and Community Care staff.
- Ensures process is in place for frontline staff to identify and address client safety concerns, and that client safety is discussed at team meetings, huddles and planning sessions.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Education and Experience:
- Graduate degree in health administration, social services, or an MBA or equivalent of education and experience.
- Regulated Health Professional preferred.
- Three to five years experience managing in a multi-disciplinary, culturally diverse health care environment.
- Knowledge of direct care/case management and/ or operational models used in community health care organizations
- Good knowledge of community resources (e.g., services and programs), and roles of health care professionals and understanding of issues and priorities within health care
- In-depth understanding of the Toronto Central LHIN’s priorities and related Home and Community Care priorities and plans
- Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., regarding privacy, the provision of health care services, etc.)
- A team player with excellent communication skills who respects diversity, exercises good judgment and is committed to providing the highest level of customer service and client care.
- Demonstrated skills in organization and time management.
- Superior oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, relationship management, facilitation, negotiation and problem solving skills.
- In-depth knowledge of tools, systems and databases used in client service delivery and management (e.g. CARE, TRCCD, Portal, PointClick, Metro PCS, RAI, etc.)
- Ability to use MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
- Bilingual (French and English) oral and written communications skills are an asset.
We offer competitive salary and employee benefits, including pension contributions with HOOPP.
If you are seeking a chance to truly make a difference in the lives of others as well as your own, please send apply online at www.lhinjobs.ca
Toronto Central LHIN is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.
