Assessor Coordinator Degree

Position #: 9009712
Expected Start Date: To be Determined, posted until filled
Union: HSAS
Facility: Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital
City/Town: Moose Jaw
Department: System Flow
Type: Casual
FTE: 0
Shift Information: Days
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Assessor Coordinator - Degree $36.721 to $44.902
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: Reporting to the Manager, the Assessor Coordinator - Degree is responsible for the coordination and evaluation of LTC screenings, and client supportive case management. The Assessor Coordinator degree will ensure that the case management services are consistent with the policies, vision, mission and philosophy of the SHA. The position will coordinate the utilization of the electronic assessment system RAI-MDS (hereafter referred to as MDS) as the screening tool for continuing care eligibility and placement and alternative level of care services placement within the SHA. This position will manage the placement of continuing care clients into the appropriate vacancy, providing an effective program with continuous quality improvement and management practices to ensure efficient utilization of the system consultation with Directors of assigned Integrated Service Areas.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Education

• Bachelor Degree in a related Health Science or Social Science discipline

Other Education and Training

• Registered/eligible registration with appropriate licensing body if applicable

Knowledge and Abilities

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Ability and flexibility in adapting to changing situations and environments
• Ability to communicate effectively within the virtual team
• Work with individuals' family, caregivers, and community organization supports
• Ability to adapt to change or unexpected developments.
• Ability to take initiative
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge in time management
• Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal/consultative relationships
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to prioritize work
• Knowledge of community resources
• Ability to carry out duties in a manner that meets clients’ safety needs
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, independent judgment & organizational skills
• ability and willingness to travel within service delivery area
• Ability to manage a complex caseload with multiple demands
• Able to plan, prioritize and execute responsibilities independent of supervision
• Demonstrates critical thinking, problem solving, conflict resolution skills
• Maintain excellent written communication in assessment platform
• Ability to sort emails to appropriate areas within shared email group

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
• Valid driver's license, where required
• For more information on the city of Moose Jaw please visit https://moosejaw.ca/
• No guaranteed Hours