Stroke Comm. Engmnt. Specialist-f/t-rssc - Thunder Bay, Canada - Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Description
Ref# 23NON073
1 ‐ Full Time‐ Stroke Comm. Engmnt. Specialist
Regional Stroke Strategy Centre
Reporting to the Manager of Stroke and Neurology Services, the Community Engagement Specialist (CES) will
support primary stroke prevention, system optimization and stroke survivor re‐integration within Northwestern Ontario
(NWO). The development and implementation of plans will involve collaboration with health care providers and care
facilities across the region as well as organizations and providers including but not limited to, the Ontario Stroke
Network (OSN), the Heart and Stroke Foundation (HSF) and EMS System providers.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience:
*Minimum four (4) year Bachelor's Degree in an allied health‐related field (example: Occupational Therapy,
Physiotherapy, Speech Language Pathology, Dietician, Social Work, Kinesiology), from an accredited university
*Minimum of five (5) years' experience working in a health care environment in an allied health care role
Skills/Abilities:
*Knowledge of the Northwest's population health status and health care continuum of care including the region's
unique Indigenous landscape.
*Understanding of current health system governance and structures (example OH: CorHealth mandate).
systems theory, change management, capacity development, and community mobilization.
*Demonstrated project management skills related to tracking costs, dissemination of health‐related research and
evaluation methodologies, and ability to transfer and translate to policies, processes and knowledge with and for
stakeholders.
*Sound knowledge of Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations (CSBPR) and Quality‐Based Procedures for
Stroke Care with a focus on rehabilitation practices and stroke transitions of care.
*Experience in, and sensitivity to, complexities of rehabilitation in various settings (hospital, community, long‐term
care, home care locally and in rural and remote communities) including funding, differing mandates/cultures of
organizations and professions, system issues and challenges.
*Demonstrated leadership, networking and conflict resolution skills.
*Demonstrated excellent presentation skills.
*Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue
improvement.
*Demonstrated excellent proficiency in software, e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and EMRs.
*Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal (e.g. presentations, report
generation and proposal writing).
*Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload.
" This position may require regional travel occasionally (under 5 times per year)
" This position may require provincial travel 1 time per year
Salary Range:
$43.546 to 51.230
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‐19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
The Health Sciences Centre (HSC) is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient
and Family Centred Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and
commitment to this care philosophy.
imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this
position.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on
Thursday, 7 September, 2023.
website.
Posted:
August 31, 2023
NON UNION
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