Access Coordinator Long Term Care

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg is seeking an Access Coordinator to manage client assessments and placements in long-term care. The role requires 4 years of community care experience, a relevant degree, and strong communication skills. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work independently and within a team. This position offers a full-time schedule with a commitment to excellent health care provision.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in long-term care or community care.
• Experience in case management, assessment and conflict management.
• Experience working in an acute care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the assessment and placement of clients within the Long-Term Care continuum.
• Complete assessment applications and coordinate referrals to appropriate facilities.
• Maintain the waitlist of persons eligible for Long-Term Care services.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong commitment to customer satisfaction

Knowledge and skill related to assessment and case management

Demonstrated organizational skills

Innovative, highly motivated and an energetic team player

Ability to negotiate with clients, families and other stakeholders

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Education

BSW, OT, PT, BSc PN, RPN, BN, RN, SLP, RD

Job description

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Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Site: WRHA Corporate

Department / Unit: WRHA Long Term Access

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: ASAP - 12/12/2025

Reason for Term: Other Leave

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.25

Annual Base Hours: 1885

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Position Overview

The Access Coordinator coordinates the assessment and placement of clients within the Long-Term Care continuum of services. The Access Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and completing assessment applications, coordinating referrals to the appropriate facilities and services, and maintaining the waitlist of persons eligible for the Long-Term Care Continuum of Services.

Experience

• 4 years of experience in long-term care or community care and knowledge with respect to the variety of services available.
• Must have experience in case management, assessment and conflict management.
• Experience working in an acute care environment preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• BSW, OT, PT, BSc PN, RPN, BN, RN, SLP, RD, or related health/human service degree required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• If successful applicant is a Registered Dietitian, must be a graduate of a recognized dietetic internship program accredited by Dietitians of Canada.
• Must have a vehicle and possess a driver’s license.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge and skill related to assessment and case management.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Innovative, highly motivated and an energetic team player.
• Ability to negotiate with clients, families and other stakeholders to facilitate efficient placement in the most appropriate environment.
• A demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

Wewelcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.