Geriatric Behaviour Navigator for Nonpharmacologic Care

Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare; Windsor; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Windsor, Ontario, seeks a Responsive Behaviour Navigator to conduct behavioral assessments for seniors aged 55+. This role involves providing educational support to care teams and facilitating the implementation of intervention care plans. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience working with seniors, proficiency in cognitive assessments, and be able to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment. A Bachelor or Master's degree in a relevant field is required, along with a valid Ontario Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience working with seniors is required.
• Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience with cognitive assessments and geriatric population screening tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide extensive behavioral assessment for inpatient individuals age 55+.
• Collaborate with health care team for non-pharmacological recommendations.
• Educate care teams on the implementation of developed plans.

Skills

Experience working with seniors

Cognitive assessments/screening tools

Interpersonal and communication skills

Clinical skills for psychiatric assessment

Problem-solving ability

Responsive/expressive behaviours experience

French language proficiency

Education

Bachelor or Master of Social Work, Psychology, or Social Sciences

Job description

A healthcare facility in Windsor, Ontario, seeks a Responsive Behaviour Navigator to conduct behavioral assessments for seniors aged 55+. This role involves providing educational support to care teams and facilitating the implementation of intervention care plans. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience working with seniors, proficiency in cognitive assessments, and be able to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment. A Bachelor or Master's degree in a relevant field is required, along with a valid Ontario Driver’s License.