Ongwanada

About Ongwanada

Ongwanada is committed to improving the quality of life for hundreds of people with developmental disabilities and their families in Kingston and eastern Ontario and is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to fill the following position: POSITION PURPOSE: To build capacity in the health care system with primary focus on the person so that individuals with a developmental disability and mental health and/or complex health needs can access appropriate health care. Direct services will relate to serving people as part of capacity building and bridging within and between systems. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Support and educate primary health care providers and non-developmental services agencies about people with complex and multiple needs. · Provide support to developmental service agencies to equip them to better address the health care requirements of people with complex and multiple health care needs; · Identify and deliver specialized training and outline needs, service gaps, and trends to agencies so they can support people with complex and multiple needs; · Facilitate and/or complete referrals and linkages to appropriate medical resources and social services; · Develop linkages between health care professionals within the developmental services community; · Participate in multi-disciplinary case conferences; · Provide an advocacy role, as required, ensuring the rights of people with complex/multiple needs are upheld; · Collaborate with other health care facilitators from across the province to meet the health care needs of people with complex and multiple needs. · Other duties as assigned. For the complete Position Description please contact Human Resources. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: Post-secondary degree or equivalent in Nursing, health care profession, social services or related field; Minimum of 3 years experience in the health care and/or social services field; knowledge of the developmental service sector is an asset; Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication with a proven ability to problem solve and follow through are required; Demonstrated effectiveness working with minimal supervision, with proven self-initiative, reliability and trustworthiness; A valid Class G driver’s license, with full driving privileges and access to a reliable vehicle; Knowledge of external community resources an asset; Good time management and organizational skills; Demonstrated knowledge of computer software programs (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point); Able to meet the physical demands analysis of the job; Bilingualism (French & English) would be an asset. · Les candidats bilingues sont fortement encouragés à soumettre leur candidature. Please submit a Cover Letter and Current Resume Benefits: Extended health care Vision care Disability insurance Dental care Life insurance On-site parking Vacation & paid time off Employee assistance programs Reference ID: MNU-20-02 Job Type: Permanent Experience: Health Care/Social Services: 3 years (Required)

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Company Type: Hospital

Company Size: 51 - 250

Revenue: 5 - 25 million (USD)

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