Care Navigator - Full Time Position

Evergreen Home for Special Care is a privately owned continuous care provider located in the beautiful Annapolis Valley. Licensed by the Department of Health, Evergreen provides care for its residents regardless of age, sex, race, creed, and social status.

The facility is comprised of a Childrens' Centre which is licensed to provide 24 hour nursing coverage for 19 children and a Seniors Centre consisting of 97 residents. All residents receive multi-disciplinary care based on a holistic approach to ensure physical, mental and spiritual well being while recognizing the right to individuality, respect and dignity.

The Seniors' Centre provides care to adults and seniors whose physical, mental and intellectual needs are addressed through qualified nursing care, dietary services and recreational programming within a clean and safe environment. The involvement of families, staff and volunteers contributes to the mission of meeting the needs of all residents of Evergreen.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Care Navigator position is intended to support residents and their families during the admission process and transition to living in a nursing home.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
• Completion of Master in Social Work or current enrolment in masters program is an asset.
• Must be a Registered Social Worker in Nova Scotia or eligible for registration in the province.
• Must have at least two years of social work professional experience.
• Certificate in Gerontology or working experience with the seniors' population is an asset

Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to the Director of Seniors Nursing
• Facilitates admission and in-house transfers for residents in close collaboration with Director of Seniors Nursing (DON) and Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) as well as other departments.
• Conducts pre-admission and on-going assessments of residents bio-psycho-ocio-cultural needs. Working in consultation with the DON/ ADON.
• Addresses issues and challenges presented by and/or regarding residents and family members through individual support/counselling, group work, etc.
• Coordinates and facilitates multi-team meetings and resident/family council meetings
• Keeps accurate and timely documentation following facility processes.
• Maintains accurate statistical record as assigned
• Creates community linkages that will benefit the residents.
• Plans and implements interventions for challenging behaviours in collaboration with internal and external resources.
• Chair or sit on various committees to promote resident and staff safety.
• Provides staff support and education as appropriate. Provide debriefing as required.
• Liaison with (but not limited to) Department of Health, hospital discharge planners, placement officers
• Facilitates special needs requests for residents as appropriate.
• Advocates for the best interest of residents
• Develop tools / kits / pamphlets, and other informational materials that will benefit residents /family members and staff.
• Familiar with advance directives, power of attorney, and other pertinent legislation that may impact residents in long term care. Able to assist families in navigation of processes to identify these key people.
• Participates in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning
• Experience working with all ages preferred, pedantic experience considered an asset.

Skills Needed:

• Resident centred care as the core motivator for service delivery
• Be well versed in dealing with people with various backgrounds and personalities
• Strong understanding and advocate of best practices in healthcare
• Strong computer and analytical skills
• Must have the ability to deal with complex situations and make sound recommendations
• Ability to network and develop strong relationship with team members and community partners.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong conflict resolution skills

Hours of Work:

• Full Time Position
• 8 hour shifts

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.