Care Coordinator: Home-Based Patient Care Lead

thehealthline.ca; North Bay; Hybrid; CAD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Health atHome in North Bay is seeking a Care Coordinator (RN/PT/OT/SW) to assess patient needs, determine eligibility for services, and link clients with community providers. The role supports patients to be healthier at home and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include active registration, community health experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and a valid driver’s license. COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to start date.

Qualifications

• Registration in good standing with the applicable regulatory body (Nurses Ontario, Physiotherapists Ontario, Occupational Therapists Ontario, Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers).
• Recent experience in community health or a related field.
• Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment.
• Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Proficient in a Windows environment.
• Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential.
• We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with patients and their families, assess care needs, determine eligibility for services, and develop individual care and service plans.
• Link patients with service providers
• Coordinate and monitor care plan delivery
• Establish a helping relationship with patients and their families
• Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected
• Initial hospital assignment with possible changes within the occupation based on operational needs

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Professional registration

Job description

Ontario Health atHome in North Bay is seeking a Care Coordinator (RN/PT/OT/SW) to assess patient needs, determine eligibility for services, and link clients with community providers. The role supports patients to be healthier at home and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include active registration, community health experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and a valid driver’s license. COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to start date.