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Description

Employer Job Number: GO-00524006-1
Facility: COMMUNITY SERVICES-HEARTLAND HEALTH REGION
Job Description: As a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Behavior Support Coordinator is accountable for the provision of timely consultative services, including assessment and case management for "difficult to serve"  clients residing in the Long Term Care facilities, and receiving services from the Community Based Home Care Program, in Heartland Health Region.  The incumbent collaborates with regional LTC and home care staff.  The incumbent will coordinate all information related to behavior management issues.  He/she will assist HRHA LTC and home care staff to utilize quality indicators to improve the quality of care and quality of life for clients with behavioral problems.
Required Qualifications

Valid Class 5 driver's license
Registered or eligible for registration with the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan (RPNAS)
Degree or Diploma from a recognized Psychiatric Nursing Program
Experience working with geriatric clients would be considered an asset
Experience
Demonstrated experience in working with clients with psychiatric diagnosis.  Related post-secondary education is an asset.  Experience working with individuals with challenging behavioral issues is an asset.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to accept and implement change
Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships and communication with other health care professionals
Ability to conduct assessments, prioritize client needs, and develop treatment plans to meet needs regarding treatment with a client and family-centered approach to care
Ability to wo
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