Job Description

Position # 106085

Expected Start Date: August 17, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Saskatoon City Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Admission&Discharge Coordination - CPAS Acute Sites

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Assessor Coordinator - Degree $36.721 to $44.902

Travel Required: No

Under the direction of the manager/ clinical supervisor, the Assessor Coordinator - Degree provides full scope case management services in assigned acute care area. Through collaboration with family, care givers, and a multi-disciplinary team, this position provides case management to patients who require discharge planning within acute care. The core functions of case management practice include referral/intake, engagement, assessment, care planning, monitoring, evaluation, termination/discharge. The Assessor Coordinator - Degree liaises with services across the province, collaborating with acute care, rehabilitation, home care, continuing care, mental health, and various government and non government agencies to assess patient needs and coordinate services. Case management is patient-centered, strength-based, flexible, cost-conscious and quality driven. A key function of case management is to advocate for, and coordinate resources based on assessed need.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Bachelor of Nursing is acceptable

Competencies

• Organizational skills
• Crisis management skills
• Standardized documentation skills which accurately reflects clinical practice
• Communication skills
• Computer skills
• Negotiation skills
• Decision making skills
• Time management skills
• Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Adhering to professional code of ethics, practice standards.
• Knowledge in the determinants of health and impact on health
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and openness to working w/ diverse populations
• Knowledge of the dynamics of abuse and neglect
• knowledge of legislation and regulations which governs practice
• Demonstrated ability to practice core functions of case management
• Knowledge in the SHA, community resources and applicable programming
• Knowledge in client case management and process facilitation
• Knowledge in Mental Health and Addictions
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards and application of such
• Ability to facilitate case/family conferences.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention strategies
• Knowledge in applicable regulatory bodies, policies and procedure
• Ability to work independently and as a leader of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
• Knowledge in appropriate systems theory and interventions
• Knowledge in applicable policies, procedures and standards
• Knowledge of Health Information Protection Act and other legislation.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, problem solving, conflict resolution skills

Other Information

• Travel required
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Must have a current practicing registration with SASW or CRNS

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.