Territorial Coordinator, Youth Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Job Summary
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
There are four regional rehabilitation teams located in Fort Smith, Hay River, Inuvik and Yellowknife. Rehabilitation services consist of audiology, occupational therapy (OT), physiotherapy (PT) and speech language pathology (SLP). All teams provide PT, OT and SLP services; the Yellowknife and Inuvik teams provide audiology services. Each regional team is responsible for delivering services within the community where they are located as well as other smaller communities. The provision of regional services is achieved using various methods of delivery including community travel clinics, Telehealth, telephone, etc. Child Development Teams (CDT) are located within the Yellowknife and Inuvik rehabilitation teams. Additionally, a territorial Youth Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASO) Diagnostic and Family/Community Support program is embedded in the Yellowknife CDT.
Key Qualifications
- Background in integrated case management, family support or social work.
- Knowledge of case management processes to ensure that the client's physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual and educational needs are met.
- Knowledge of child and adolescent development, behaviors and learning.
- Knowledge of community resources, policies and procedures of NTHSSA and Department of Health and Social Services and all Acts and Legislation applicable to the program delivery.
- Knowledge and awareness of community development.
- Knowledge of FASO and the impact of FASO on the individual, family and community.
Key Responsibilities
This level of knowledge is most commonly obtained through a Master's Degree in an Allied Health field (such as Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work or Speech Language Pathology) and a minimum of five years of work experience in a related area that includes case management.
Additional Requirements
Must be a member of the Canadian National Body for their respective profession.
Proof of Immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.
NTHSSA has a number of certifications that are required upon hire, depending on the area where the employee works, including but not limited to: Indigenous Cultural Awareness, Biohazardous Waste, Biosafety and Biosecurity, Infection Control, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and others directly related to the incumbent's scope of practice.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Labour Market Supplement
The successful incumbent will receive a $10,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $10,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months. This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions.
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Immunization Status
The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 28063
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.06 per hour (approximately $106,158. - $126,809) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
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