Position Description:
The Palliative Care Clinical Coordinator is a member of Kenora Chiefs Advisory’s Primary Care Team. This position is intended to provide clinical coordination for patients and families undergoing Chronic disease and end of life illness.
Position Title:
Palliative Care Clinical Coordinator
Department:
Primary Care
Salary:
84,365
Term:
Full time
Location:
240 Veterans Drive, 3rd Floor, Kenora, Ontario
Reports to:
Director of Health
Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Coordinator will lead early identification of community members who would benefit from a palliative approach, support comprehensive care planning, coordinate the multidisciplinary care team, and strengthen transitions between hospital and community care.
- Work alongside Elders, traditional knowledge keepers, nurses, physicians, nurse practitioners, and regional partners to ensure care is wholistic, culturally safe, and aligned with First nation Community values.
- Meet with allied Health Professionals within the All-Nations Health partners to coordinate care and case management.
- Meet with Patients and families to coordinate care for Chronic disease management and end of life care/ comfort care.
- Provide primary navigation support to patients, families, and caregivers, and who will improve access to existing clinical and community services.
- Provide education to patients and family members on available resources and care
- Establish relationships with Health Directors of First Nations communities
- Reduce fragmentation and improve continuity of care by establishing reliable coordination and navigation, mobilizing existing services more effectively, strengthening caregiver education and supports, and advancing a sustainability plan for comfort care across KCA communities
- Prepare summaries and reports after each session, from process content and evaluation as required by the Medical Director
- Participate in KCA Primary Care Health Team activities as required
- Contribute to the evaluation of service with respect to its effectiveness in meeting the community needs and achieving our mandate
- Additional duties as required
- Experience working with an Electronic Medical Record
Qualifications:
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Excellent skills in the following areas: computer, organization, networking, interpersonal, presentation and communication (written and oral), Time Management
- Excellent communication skills.
- A full understanding of Anishinaabe culture, the ability to speak Ojibway is an asset
- University degree or college diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution as Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Additional Requirements:
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle;
- Must be willing to travel when required;
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search.
Traditional practices involve burning sacred medicines including tobacco, sweetgrass, sage and cedar within the work setting.
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Palliative Care Coordinator employer: Kenora Chiefs
Kenora Chiefs Advisory is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and empowerment of Anishinaabe individuals and those living with disabilities. With a strong commitment to culturally grounded, trauma-informed services, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters personal and professional growth while making a meaningful impact in the community. Located in Niisaachewan, Ontario, this role offers unique opportunities for outreach and engagement across eight affiliated First Nations, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in promoting financial stability and independence.
