Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Provides clinical operational leadership support to the VBM program focusing on optimizing care delivery on specific cases and on the VBM active patient population as a whole
Collaborates with the VBM care team, client, care partners, and the client’s circle of care in the provision of VBM services to optimize care co-ordination and provides advice, recommendations and solutions on the most complex cases
Maintains and monitors VBM data collection and reporting on a number of accountability measures.
Escalates issues to the Clinical Manager as appropriate
Acts as a clinician leader working between VBM clinical team, In-patient behavioural neurology unit (4W), TBSU, LTC, Acute Care and Community Care partners
Leads the VBM Team Case Review meetings
Monitors and reports weekly on VBM Wait times, number of referrals, maintains the VBM Priority Wait List for Admission to 4W and other data requested by the Clinical Manager
Assists clinical manager in VBM program development and preparation of data reports for review and submission
Identifies opportunities and takes leadership role to establish linkages with partnering organizations to promote and advance the VBM program and model
Coordinates and ensures the effective use of resources to meet client needs.
Participates in relevant education and research activities and performs duties consistent with the job classification, as required
Oversees the processes for scheduling of VBM appointments to ensure efficient use of team resources and excellent patient, caregiver and care partner experience of care within the VBM model
Reviews complex referrals in collaboration with VBM-BSO Intake Office Clinical Navigator
Supports complex transitions as needed from VBM to In-patient Behavioural Neurology Unit, LTC, Acute Care and Community settings
Qualifications include but are not limited to :
Completion of a Master’s degree program in a healthcare profession
Current registration / licensure in good standing as required by a professional body
Minimum three (3) years related experience in geriatrics, behavioural neurology, memory and brain health, community-based seniors care and behavioural management
Experience / familiarity with Resident Assessment Instrument—Home Care (RAI-HC) and behavioural, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental assessments relating to responsive behaviours
Demonstrated expertise and knowledge of working with individuals with various types of dementia, delirium, and those with acute behavioural change
Demonstrated competence in the use of standard psychogeriatric assessment tools and behavioural support management approaches
Demonstrated excellent clinical-reasoning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Training in or knowledge of Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA), P.I.E.C.E.S. U-First!, Montessori Approach
Effective assessment, intervention, client centered and collaborative care planning skills
Experience providing caregiver education, support and counselling relating to caring for a person with responsive behaviours
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with primary care and specialists in the care of older adults with responsive behaviours
Ability and willingness to travel within the Toronto LHIN area if needed
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and the use electronic communication devices and software pertaining to risk management and RAI documentation
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in providing virtual healthcare, use of OTN using ONE ID, ZOOM
Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem solving and organizational skills with demonstrated skills to provide / receive feedback and constructive criticism
Demonstrated ability to manage competing demands while setting priorities and meeting deadlines
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuous learning
Additional Benefits :
Vacation Entitlement
Opportunity to enroll in the Extended Health and Dental Plan
Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)