Urban Case Manager

Job Opportunity

Jordan's Principle Urban Case Manager, Winnipeg

External

8-month term position with possibility of extension

Competition Number: 01 JPCM

Four Arrows Regional Health Authority along with Jordan's Principle requires an Urban Case Manager to work at their Winnipeg location. The Urban Case Manager will report to the Jordan's Principle Coordinator. The Urban Case Manager is primarily responsible to plan, direct and coordinate services, deliver and evaluate the Jordan's Principle services at Four Arrows Regional Health Authority. Salary will be based on education and experience.

Four Arrows Regional Health Authority is dedicated to improving health conditions and health services in the Island Lake Region. Four Arrows Regional Health Authority Inc. offers competitive salary and benefits package, a professional work environment and an opportunity to make a difference in Anisininew First Nation health.

Responsibilities:

• Provides support to children and their families by direct support, intake and assessments, referrals, networking and work in collaboration with service providers and stake holders.

• Create files and responsible to keep data according to all intakes.

• Develops health and/or individual intake and recommendations for care plans.

• Case Manager may make initial referrals, networking and work in collaboration with service providers and stake holders, according to the family's immediate need.

• To support service delivery for the off-reserve children and families following clinical practice guidelines for off-reserve.

• Ensures the well-being of clients into the program and promotes their development including their physical, social, emotional and daily life skills.

• Provide services including referring families for respite care, crisis intervention, behavior management, and life skills training and transportation resources.

• Ensure the security, confidentiality, accuracy and integrity of individual client records.

• Refer high risk clients to other health care professionals for further clinical evaluation.

• Ensure the program meets clinical targets and the effectiveness and service delivery.

• Network with community health teams, specialists, regional health authorities, Manitoba Health, schools and other agencies to access health care plans.

• Promote inclusion, normalization and independence of children with special health care needs.

• Promotes health, safety and contributes to a culture of client safety and advocates on behalf of the client.

• Develops and prepares internal reports of status, progress and outcomes of evaluation activities.

Qualifications/Skills & Experience:

• BN, RN, LPN, BSW or B.Ed. (Teacher) from a recognized educational institution.

• Current registration and in good standing with respective regulatory body in the Province of Manitoba.

• Minimum of two years in experience as a Community Health Nurse, Social Worker or Teacher.

• CPR and First Aid; ongoing renewal as required to maintain current certification.

• Knowledge and working of Health Canada and Not-For Profit Organizations Program Delivery.

• Experience in collecting and reporting statistics.

• Knowledge of the complex multi-layered structure of health and social program targeted to children with developmental delays or disabilities and their families.

• Demonstrated program management with ability to supervise.

• Ability to network with other community agencies/services/organizations.

• Demonstrated organizational, time management and presentation skills with the ability to follow through on assigned duties independently within strict deadlines.

• Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with staff and externals.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to network effectively and productively with related organizations and agencies both within and outside the community.

• Demonstrated case management experience and group facilitation skills.

• Must have excellent knowledge of all Microsoft programs and skills for reporting and presentation purposes.

• Ability to maintain a professional demeanour and confidentiality.

• Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.

Assets/Other Conditions:

• Must have a valid Manitoba Driver's License

• Must be subject to Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse, Vulnerable Sector Registry Check & Adult Check *conditions of employment.

• Knowledge of First Nation culture, customs, values and traditions

• Ability to understand and be fluent in a First Nation language would be an asset.

• Must be able to travel as required.

How to Apply:

Please send a resume, cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the position, and 2 references 1 reference must be a supervisor/manager to:

*Please quote competition number in your cover letter. *

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Winnipeg, MB (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Winnipeg, MB: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person