Mental Health Care Coordinator

Do you have experience in Mental Health Are you passionate about exceptional health care and driven by a desire to help others

If so take a look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 9000 regulated health care and other professionals. We are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move to a more connected health care system through the Ontario Health Teams model of care.

Ontario Health atHome is looking for a Mental Health Care Coordinator

What do we offer

We know wellness is supported with work-life balance.In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuouslearning growth and innovation we offer:

• Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
• Valuable development opportunities
• Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
• Flexible work location this position can be located at any of the 14 Ontario Health atHome offices
• Salary: $43.02 per hour to $52.06 per hour

What will you do

• Drive effectiveness efficiency and standardization of information technology services across all Ontario Health atHome geographies
• In collaboration with the patient caregiver and/or family plans implements and evaluates the delivery of services(s) and reassesses them in a fiscally responsible manner through face to face assessments.
• In partnership with the community the Care Coordinator promotes awareness of the services and acts as an entry point to the community health care system.
• In the event of ineligible patients the Care Coordinator also identifies/determines alternative sources of assistance.

What must you have

• Membership in good standing with the applicable regulatory body:
  • College of Nurses of Ontario
  • College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
  • College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
  • Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Two years experience in care coordination or advocacy and discharge planning in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of community and government resources and relevant legislation.
• Excellent assessment negotiation and problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication organization and time management skills.
• Excellent team player who is capable of working both independently and interdependently.
• Must be able to practice in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Ability to operate within patients homes.
• Ability to wear protective masks as required.
• A valid drivers licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability to use a computer in a Windows environment
• We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date

What would give you the edge

• Any relevant certification in Mental Health is an asset.
• Knowledge of the mental health service system is an asset.
• Case management experience or recent related community experience
• Ability to speak French or another second language

Who are we

We are Ontario Health atHome ready to serve every person in Ontario.We partner with patients and caregivers primary care providers hospitals long-term care and retirement homes service providers and Ontario Health Teams to deliver responsive accessible integrated patient-centred care.

If youre interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn partner and connect care and be cared for this is your home.

Equity Inclusion Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment

Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity inclusion diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This job posting is for a future vacancy.