Alzheimer Society Thunder Bay Looking for First Link Care Coordinator at Thunder Bay, ON Full Time

First Link Care Coordinator

THUNDER BAY ROLE

1 Vacancy- 35 hours per week

The First Link Care Coordinator (FLCC) will coordinate and integrate supports and services around the person living with dementia and their care partner as well as work in partnership with the Education team in the Thunder Bay office to provide community education and awareness. This position will deliver services in the Thunder Bay city area.

Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in social work, gerontology or other related health care discipline. Registered health professional designation and Master’s level education preferred

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years’ client service experience in the health and/or social service sectors

• Experience working directly with people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias and their care partners

• Experience and knowledge in management of chronic and complex health conditions

• Knowledge of available community services/supports and clinical, social and residential care options

• Understanding of roles and linkages across primary care, community care and specialized geriatric services

• Strong knowledge of client-centered philosophy

• Knowledge of clinical practices and training models related to dementia (eg: P.I.E.C.E.S. and U-First!)

• Experience in assessment and care planning/coordination

• Experience working in settings requiring inter-professional collaboration

• Above average adult education skills

• Demonstrated remote work environment team skills

• Experience delivering support groups and client education sessions in a variety of settings; virtual, in person

Skills, Knowledge and Competencies

• Experience developing and delivering education to small groups

• Excellent communication (verbal and written)

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including shared decision-making and facilitation

• Ability to prioritize workload and manage competing tasks

• Ability to take initiative and be resourceful

• Excellent problem-solving and change management skills

• Proficiency in technology (e.g.: Microsoft office and case management and care coordination systems)

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team

• Expertise and experience in cultural sensitivity and diversity

• Work from home self-time management and organization

• Ability to speak French or other languages an asset

Professional License/Affiliations/Memberships/Certificates

• Registration with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or a related regulatory body

• A valid Ontario G Class driver ‘s license, appropriate insurance and a reliable vehicle is required as there is travel associated with this position

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General duties within an office environment.

Please apply to the attention of: Pam Gerrie by 4PM on February 23, 2022, with the Subject Heading ‘FIRST LINK-Thunder Bay’

Application Deadline: 2021-10-22

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application deadline: 2022-02-23

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Application question(s):

• Do you live in Thunder Bay?