Job Description

Do you want to work for a health care organization that changes people\'s lives? One that not only cares deeply about clients, but also values that its employees are its greatest asset?

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada is a unique health services organization that serves people who are blind or partially sighted across the country. Our certified specialists provide training that empowers clients to develop or to restore activities of daily living skills, to promote their independence, to enhance safety and mobility. We work closely with ophthalmologists, optometrists and other health care professionals, by providing essential care on a referral basis in homes, workplaces and communities across the country.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities to grow.

For more information about Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada, please visit visionlossrehab.ca or call 1-844-887-8572.

Position Title: Mi\xe2\x80\x99kmaw Client Care Navigator

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Reports To: Provincial Manager, Healthcare Operations

Term: Full-Time, permanent

Date: 1st December 2023

I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

The Client Care Navigator (CCN) will act as a resource to coordinate and integrate supports and services for both Indigenous clients and non-Indigenous clients with vision loss to access culturally safe and client centered care. The CCN provides support and advocacy for Indigenous clients and their families by facilitating and coordinating access to vision rehabilitation services, and networking with the Nova Scotia Mi\xe2\x80\x99kmaw health systems and community partners that provide services to Mi\xe2\x80\x99kmaw people.

II. The role of a Client Care Navigator includes:

• Facilitating relationship building between Mi\'kmaw community health programs and other community partners

• Completing intake assessments with clients

• Scheduling all VLRC appointments with service providers

• Monitoring and providing proactive follow-up for clients ensuring ongoing collaboration across services/providers.

• Ensuring all service-related activities provided are documented in the client health record following VLRC policies.

Requirements

III. Qualifications

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and application of cultural safety and competency within healthcare would be considered an asset.

• Strong understanding of the Mi\xe2\x80\x99kmaw language (including spoken and written), culture, customs, and traditions

• Knowledgeable about services available in Mi\'kmaw communities.

• Strong knowledge of client-centered philosophy related to interviewing, assessments, and scheduling practices.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including shared decision-making and facilitation.

• Able to prioritize workload and manage competing tasks with excellent problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in technology (e.g.: Microsoft office, case management and care coordination systems)

Experience and Education

• Registered health professional designation is an asset.

• Minimum bachelor\'s degree in Social Work, Gerontology or other related health care discipline.

Benefits

Apply Now!

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now to janice.rego@vlrehab.ca

Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.

VLRC is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive culture and welcomes applications from diverse candidates, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, women, candidates with disabilities, and candidates of colour. We strongly encourage applications from applicants with sight loss. Direct lived experience would be a definite asset. We\'re excited to review your application.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a standard Criminal Record Check.

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

Closing Date for Applications: January 1, 2024

Vision Loss Rehabilitation