Nova Scotia Health Authority

Req ID: 228113
Location: Central Zone, Joseph Howe Centre
Department: CC Continuing Care Case Management CZ
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 22-Oct-26
<h2>About the Opportunity</h2>
Reporting to the Health Program Manager, the Continuing Care Coordinator for Long Term Care is accountable for administering Programs Long Term Care residents access as well as case management of clients referred to Continuing Care. This role is inclusive of conducting assessment and reassessments, authorization of service resources, support and collaboration with LTC providers with complex cases, as well as participation in education, promotion &amp; development activities. The Continuing Care/LTC Coordinator works collaboratively and in partnership with: Long Term Care health care professionals; residents/family; Behavioural Health and Placement Programs; service providers; government departments and community agencies.
<h2>About You</h2>
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Nutritional Studies</li>
<li>Current and ongoing registration (or eligibility for registration) with the applicable Nova Scotia Professional Regulatory body</li>
<li>Minimum three (3) years' related experience required</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in a community or long term care setting required</li>
<li>Knowledge and/or experience in dedicated case management or discharge planning</li>
<li>Competent with computer use, keyboarding and be able to conduct assessments using a laptop</li>
<li>Knowledge of community agencies and resources</li>
<li>Excellent assessment, interviewing and negotiation skills</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary situation</li>
<li>Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload and manage time efficiently</li>
<li>Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle are required</li>
<li>Competencies in other languages preferred; French an asset</li>
</ul>
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
<h2>Hours</h2>
<ul>
<li>Long assignment, full-time position; 75 hours biweekly</li>
<li>Approximately a 18-month assignment</li>
</ul>
<h2>Compensation and Benefits</h2>
$46.46 - $55.57 hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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