Assessor Coordinator Degree

January 28 2025
Expected expiry date: February 4 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Nursing,
Regina, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 38413
  • Job Category General Medicine and Acute Care
  • Posting Date 01/27/2025, 11:00 PM
  • Locations Regina General Hospital
  • Apply Before 02/04/2025, 11:00 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: V30692

Expected Start Date: March 01, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Regina General Hospital

City/Town: Regina

Department: Discharge Coordination

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 01, 2026

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Weekends

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Assessor Coordinator - Degree $36.721 to $44.902

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Under the direction of the Manager and as part of the interdisciplinary team, the Assessor Coordinator is responsible for the full scope of case management services in an assigned acute care area. Case management is provided to patients receiving services from Home Care, long term care and residents in personal care homes. The core functions of case management practice include referral/intake, engagement, assessment, care planning, monitoring, evaluation, termination/discharge. This is done through collaboration with the family, care givers, and other members of the multi- disciplinary team. The Assessor Coordinator liaises with other services in the Regina area and throughout the province, in an endeavor to provide the right service at the right time and in the right place. The position reports directly to a manager and to a senior position(s) for daily clinical supervision. The Assessor Coordinator works within acute care and provides one of the entry points for patients needing access to community and acute care services. This position collaborates with acute care, rehabilitation, home care, long term care, mental health and an array of government and non-government agencies to assess patient's needs and coordinate services to meet identified needs. Case management is client-centered, strength-based, flexible, cost-conscious and quality driven. One of the key functions of case management is to advocate for and coordinate resources based on assessed need.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Other Education and Training

  • Bachelor of Social Work is acceptable

Competencies

  • Decision making skills
  • Time management skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Computer skills
  • Crisis management skills
  • Standardized documentation skills which accurately reflects clinical practice
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge in the SHA, community resources and applicable programming
  • Knowledge of Health Information Protection Act and other legislation.
  • Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
  • Knowledge in the determinants of health and impact on health
  • Knowledge in applicable regulatory bodies, policies and procedure
  • Ability to promote a collaborative and team approach
  • Knowledge in client case management and process facilitation

Other Information

  • 18-months of recognized clinical experience (post-graduate) preferred.
  • For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
  • Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate licensing body

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.