Competition : OHT-14
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Posting Date : 2024-10-08 16 : 00
Clinical Coach, Palliative Care
Bethell Hospice
Full-time,Two-year ContractPosition
37.5 Hoursper week, Mondaythrough Friday
Remote with regulartravel to work onsite with partner organizations within the Hills of Headwaters Collaborative OHT area of Dufferin County and the Town of Caledon.
Eligible for Full Benefits, DefinedBenefit Pension Plan (HOOPP), MileageReimbursement Reliable transportation required;some locations have no accessvia public transportation Potential for secondment opportunity where possible / appropriate.
Salary Range : $90,000 – $120,000per annum
Overview
The newly created role of Clinical Coach is a wonderful opportunity for someone to make a tremendous impact by sharing their passion and expertise in palliative care to cultivate excellence within partner organizations across the Dufferin and Caledon. This position will report jointly to the Executive Director of Bethell Hospice and the Executive Director of the Hills of Headwaters Collaborative Ontario Health Team.
About Bethell Hospice
Bethell Hospice is a non-profit organization located in the scenic village of Inglewood in the Town of Caledon. We are in a beautiful rural setting providing exceptional and accessible hospice palliative care services to individuals and families facing life-limiting illnesses in the Caledon / Dufferin Region. Vision : Leaders in buildinga community that enables qualityliving and dying Mission : To provide excellent, person-centered, palliative care through partnerships with our communityValues : Compassion, Integrity, Accountability, Excellence, Teamwork, Courage, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
About the Hills of Headwaters Collaborative Ontario Health Team
The Hills of Headwaters Collaborative Ontario Health Team is a partnership of health and care organizations and providers working together to unify and improve the health and social care of Dufferin-Caledon residents. By workingtogether to redesignhow we care, we are confident we can create a highly efficient and focused healthcare system that will improvethe lives and experiences of patients, caregivers, families and providers.
Purpose of Position
The Clinical Coach is responsible for working with participating community organizations in alignment with provincial direction established by Ontario Healthand guidance developed by the Ontario Palliative Care Network.The incumbent will drive practicechange, with a focus on improving accessto and quality of clinical care, aligned to the Palliative Care Health Services Delivery Framework in the Community("The Delivery Framework") and the Ontario Palliative Care Competency Framework.
- Provide palliative care coaching and mentoring to staff and clinicians in participating community organizations, to build primary-level palliative care competencies.
- Collaborate with leaders of community organizations on local serviceintegration, and change management initiatives, using quality improvement methodologies to achieve results.
- Consult on clinical care when the complexity of the clients’needs is beyondthe existing competencies of providers (in the community organizations).
- Provide supportto Indigenous communities and Indigenous organizations for their implementation efforts,where Indigenous communities wish to be involved, in collaboration with regional partners.
Key Responsibilities
Co-create the regional DeliveryFramework implementation plan with OntarioHealth, including required measurement and reporting.Foster regional collaboration and contribute to broader systemintegration.Ensure alignmentof community implementation with the guidanceof the Ontario Palliative Care NetworkLead engagement and community-building activities with participating organizations.Provide supportto Indigenous communities and organizations for their implementation efforts, as requested by those organizations and, where appropriate, in collaboration with regional partnersBuild competency amongst front-line communityproviders in the delivery of primary-level palliative careGuide palliative care quality improvement (QI) and practicechange initiatives in participating community organizations.Works closelywith regional partners,including equity deserving populations, to ensureimplementation of the model addresses barriersto access to care for priority populationsConsult on clinical careQualifications
Education and Experience
A degree in a registered healthcare discipline (e.g.,RN, RSW, NP) with substantive experience and training in palliative care (e.g., CAPCE, L.E.A.P and HPCO Person-Centered Decision making).). A graduate degree is an asset (e.g., MScN, MSW).Minimum five (5) years’experience in practicein palliative care is required.Knowledge of relevant legislation and reporting requirements, including the FixingLong-Term Care Homes Act, the Excellent Care for All Act and the Compassionate Care Act and other pertinent legislation and regulations relatedto professional practiceis required.Experience supervising clinical staff is preferred.Experience workingwith large-scale qualityimprovement initiatives.Additional trainingin gerontology and project management experience are assets.Strong clinicalcoaching and debriefing skills, with both individuals and teams.Effective consultation skills, with expertknowledge of models of consultation and their application with individual, team, and community service providers.Research and / orprogram evaluation experience with knowledge of evidence-based processes, including appraisal of research, application of findings and collaboration on research.Experience workingwith a range of roles,disciplines, and levelsof staff in different health care settings.Experience workingacross health care settings.Fluency in another languageis an asset.Knowledge and Skills
A commitment to developing equity-based, evidence-informed approaches for delivering palliative care services for all people in Ontario.A good understanding of regional priorities and local health care needs, within Ontario’s health care landscape.Ability to work well under pressureand use good judgment in assessing difficultsituations.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Aptitude for proactive problemsolving, using strongcritical thinking, and negotiating skills.A demonstrated ability to develop,deliver and evaluatetraining and coachingefforts.An abilityto develop strong relationships based on trust,compassion, and empathy.Strong activelistening and interpersonal communication skills for one-on-one coaching.Experience designingeducation to effectively address palliative care training needs of interprofessional learners.Excellent communication skills and experience with culturally responsive teachingA demonstrated focus on person-centered care.Supports the advancement of equity, inclusion, and diversity acrossOntario's health care systemCommitment to engage with First Nations,Indigenous, Métis and urban Indigenous people as they self-determine their own approach to palliative care.Proficiency in educational technologies (e.g., webinars, apps)as well as knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel.Access to reliable and efficient mode(s)of transportation to enable travelbetween community organizations, some of which are not accessible by public transportationWorking Conditions
Travel and on-site work at variouslocations within the Dufferin / Caledon Region is required.
Commitment to AODA
Bethell Hospice offers reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes, in accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) and the Ontario HumanRights Code. If you are contacted by Bethell regarding a job opportunity or testing, pleaseadvise if you require accommodation for any step of the recruitment and interview process.
Commitment to Equity,Diversity and Inclusion
Bethell welcomesapplications from all qualified candidates, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation.
Method of Application
To apply,please send cover letter and resume to and include ‘Clinical Coach’as your subject line.We sincerelythank all applicants for their interest;however, only those selected for an interviewwill be contacted.
Additional Requirements
Valid OntarioDriver’s License, valid insurance, and access to a reliablevehicle.Compliance with our Vaccination Policy for proofof full vaccination unless provided with a medical exemption or an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.Clear Vulnerable Sector / Criminal Record check.