Compensation Pay Range:$46.02-$56.91
Job Description:
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Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians,scientistsand researchers, as well as volunteers - all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that's provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO's Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children's health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada's best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024,2025and 2026and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada's Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employershasrecognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec,Nunavutand Northern Ontario.
POSITION SUMMARY
As a Care Coordinator supporting children and youth, you play a key role in delivering connected, accessible, andfamilycentredcare across home, school, and community settings. Youare responsible forcoordinating admissions to Home and Community Care (H&CC), including referrals from hospitals, other regions, and the community,as well as supporting smooth transitions following discharge from CHEO.In this role, you work across the full continuum of care-conducting comprehensive assessments and reassessments,determiningservice eligibility,developingand implementing care plans, coordinating services, and evaluating outcomes. You collaborate closely with children, youth, families, caregivers, interdisciplinary health care teams, schools, and community service providers to ensuretimelyaccess to appropriate supports and continuity of care.Grounded in a commitment tofamilycentredand culturally responsive care, you bring a collaborative,evidenceinformedapproach to supporting children and youth in their homes and communities. Availability forafterhoursoncallsupport isrequired.This is a hybrid position requiring on-site presence at times based on operational needs.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintainsongoing communication with patients, families, interdisciplinary teams, and service providers tomonitorprogress and adjust care plans as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Social Work or Dietetics (Essential)
Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU).This position will be based out ofOttawa, however location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer.All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening.Pre-screeningmightincludetesting.
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications maybe tested.Bilingualism (French/English) will bevalidatedby a languageproficiencyassessment conducted by athird partyprovider. Candidates willbe requiredto meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources atTalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU).
CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at TalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.