Transition Liaison Coordinator

Government of Yukon ->
Health & Social Services
- Administration
- Home Care

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

NU15

$ - $

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

25%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference
- Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference
- Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit  .

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon .

The Government of Yukon'sContinuing

Caredivision isknown for its exceptional standards, providing clients with the highest level ofcareanda healthy workplace for staff. The services offeredare among the bestin Canada,and Yukon’slong-termcarehomes rankedsecondin a recentreportissuedby the National Institute on Ageing.

This position is based within the Home Care branch of Continuing Care that offers a range of services tailored to meet individual needs, including acute care, rehabilitation, and support for chronic and palliative conditions. These services are determined through personalized assessments to help clients remain in their homes, providing respite for caregivers and promoting independence and a higher quality of life.

Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions” Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect”

The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe.

• For more information on this job, please contact Alison Sisson, Supervisor, Interdisciplinary Team-Home Care at  or
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at  or

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Recent experience in screening, intake, and coordinating services for clients with complex health conditions transferring to a long-term care/home care setting
• Experience providing advanced nursing assessments within the scope of a Registered Nurse

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

• Strong knowledge and experience in resources encompassing a range of services/ programs to meet complex client needs
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication, organization and flexibility
• Excellent ability to build and maintain effective relationships and partnerships through collaboration
• CPR Level C with AED (completed within the past 30 months)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (completed within past 30 months)
• Current registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• Heavy lifting/bending/reaching during client transfer
• Exposure to pets, allergens, infectious diseases, second hand smoke and chemicals in cleaning supplies
• Travel during adverse weather conditions