Care Coordinator – Hospital Mental Health Jobs

Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and regulations for Psychology as established by the College of Psychologists of British Columbia

Supports team members on their learning journey, ensuring education strategy for team/department to implement Indigenous Cultural Safety at a practical level.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.

PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).

Graduate of a Doctoral level program in Psychology.

Current registration with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia.

100% of your benefits are employer-paid with no out-of pocket (i.e. no waiting for reimbursement)

Ability to support implementation of education based on changing practices e.g. legislation and technology.

You’re immediately enrolled in a defined pension plan (no waiting period)

You’re eligible for 87% maternity leave top-up

Provides input into the development of a comprehensive orientation program, in collaboration with the Educator and other clinical staff.

Promotes staff awareness and involvement in research/evaluation activities and special projects and participates in research and special projects as appropriate.

Please approach and welcome each new patient and visitor when they enter the Urgent Care waiting Area. Skills Required:

Excellent people and communication skills

Remember to smile; a smile conveys warmth.

Report to Triage or Charge Nurse upon arrival and end of shift

At the beginning of your shift, approach each patient and visitor in the Urgent Care Waiting Area.

Introduce yourself as a volunteer. Ask if there is anything you can do to make them more comfortable.

As directed by the nurse, obtains specimens such as urine and stool.

As directed by the nurse, performs point of care urinalysis and urine pregnancy testing. Maintains records of test results.

Documents on patient charts for activities of daily living and other observations in accordance with established procedures.

Transports patients using mechanical aids such as wheelchairs, lifts and stretchers.

Assists in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients including the transfer/care of clothing and personal belongings.

Sets up charts for new patients and attaches documents to charts as directed by the nurse and according to established protocols.

As directed by the nurse, obtains specimens such as urine and stool.

As directed by the nurse, performs point of care urinalysis and urine pregnancy testing. Maintains records of test results.

Documents on patient charts for activities of daily living and other observations in accordance with established procedures.

Transports patients using mechanical aids such as wheelchairs, lifts and stretchers.

Assists in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients including the transfer/care of clothing and personal belongings.

Sets up charts for new patients and attaches documents to charts as directed by the nurse and according to established protocols.

As directed by the nurse, obtains specimens such as urine and stool.

As directed by the nurse, performs point of care urinalysis and urine pregnancy testing. Maintains records of test results.

Documents on patient charts for activities of daily living and other observations in accordance with established procedures.

Transports patients using mechanical aids such as wheelchairs, lifts and stretchers.

Assists in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients including the transfer/care of clothing and personal belongings.

Sets up charts for new patients and attaches documents to charts as directed by the nurse and according to established protocols.

Ability to support implementation of education based on changing practices e.g. legislation and technology.

Provides input into the development of a comprehensive orientation program, in collaboration with the Educator and other clinical staff.

Promotes staff awareness and involvement in research/evaluation activities and special projects and participates in research and special projects as appropriate.

Participates in the review, development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-informed clinical decision support tools/policies.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Clinical proficiency/expertise in the designated clinical area.

Two years' recent, related nursing experience relevant with the designated client population or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Comprehensive knowledge of nursing science theory, and practice within a client and family centred model of care.

Comprehensive knowledge of the BCCNM standards for Nursing Practice.

Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient care.

Demonstrated ability to facilitate the development of critical thinking and clinical decision making skills in others.

Developing, initiating and coordinating individualized care plans for eligible clients, and providing ongoing resource management and discharge planning as appropriate;

Performing other duties as assigned.

The ability to work independently in a highly organized manner is required.

The ability to travel throughout Waterloo Region and Wellington County is required.

Fluency in French language preferred.

Employees of HCCSS WW, please apply using [email protected]

Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and priorities and achieve results.

"Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.

Critical Thinking: Problem solve demonstrating critical thinking and decision making skills. .

What Northern Health has to offer you!

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Ability to support implementation of education based on changing practices e.g. legislation and technology.

Provides input into the development of a comprehensive orientation program, in collaboration with the Educator and other clinical staff.

Promotes staff awareness and involvement in research/evaluation activities and special projects and participates in research and special projects as appropriate.

Participates in the review, development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-informed clinical decision support tools/policies.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Clinical proficiency/expertise in the designated clinical area.

Responds to telephone and paging systems for requests for transportation of patients, related equipment, and supplies.

As directed by the RN/RPN/LPN/NP, takes temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight and obtains non-sterile specimens such as urine and stool.

Transports patients using mechanical aids such as wheelchairs, lifts and stretchers.

Assists in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients including the transfer/care of clothing and personal belongings.

Sets up charts for new patients and attaches documents to charts as directed by the RN/RPN/LPN/NP and according to established protocols.

Attends internal/external committees, patient care meetings and training sessions as assigned.

Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Evaluate the effectiveness of introduced mental health promotion programs and initiatives and make recommendations to the management team

Monitor and analyze program outcomes and impact and provide regular reports to the management team

Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager

Post-secondary education in Social Work, Mental Heath Services, or related area of study

Proven experience in mental health promotion, workplace wellness, or a related field

Knowledge and experience in community engagement, development and facilitation.

Demonstrated ability in change management and change processes, including conflict management.

Sound knowledge of participatory community-based planning, evaluation, outcome evaluation, policy development and analysis skills.

Demonstrated leadership skills with diverse populations and stakeholder groups.

Knowledge of mental health, community resources and other community service providers.

Broad knowledge of mental health and/or addiction legislation and treatment.

Good time management skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy and fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field.

Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources.

Strong assessment and decision-making skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts and disagreements effectively.

Experience working with diverse patient groups (i.e., multicultural, unhoused, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics).

Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment

Case management experience or recent related community experience

2+ years of 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

Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics

Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment

Case management experience or recent related community experience

2+ years of 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

Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics

Other relevant educational qualifications and experience may be considered.

Health Care Management and/or Health Care Leadership Certification are an asset.

Graduate of an accredited post-secondary education in a health-related social sciences program (e.g.BSW, BScMH, BScPN, BN, RPN, MOT).

Certificate in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).

Minimum of three (3) years acute mental health and/or supervised counselling experience in the last five (5) years.

Experience in completing psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations.

Good time management skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy and fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field.

Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources.

Strong assessment and decision-making skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts and disagreements effectively.

Experience working with diverse patient groups (i.e., multicultural, unhoused, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics).

Act as a clinical resource for staff, support staff training and development and promote education and research.

Assist Manager with performing administrative duties and coordinating staffing, scheduling, clinical research, and reporting activities.

Demonstrated knowledge of mental health and addiction housing models and resources.

Knowledge of evidence-based best practices and issues to provide primary care, mental disorders, addictions and concurrent disorders treatment.

Knowledge of evidence informed nursing practice related to designated clinical area.

Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to the service population.