Job Description

As an integrated member of the seniors mental health outreach (SMHO) team, this role will work with health and social support providers and a wide range of organizations who serve older persons with complex mental health, dementia, addiction and physical needs and associated responsive behaviours. This role serves and supports providers in a variety of settings including Long Term Care Homes, adult day programs, supports for daily living residences, community support agencies working in client/patient homes, and Home and Community Care, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master's preferred. Minimum university degree as a Regulated Health Professional and/or relevent health science degree (e.g. gerontology)
• Minimum of 5 years experience in specialized geriatric psychiatry and/or medicine to include knowledge of the multi-health sector issues facing the target population
• Completion of the following curriculums is a strong asset: PIECES, Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care (GPA), Dementibility, and Mental Health First Aid
• Demonstrated experience and advanced skills in geriatric psychiatry/medicine screening, assessment, care planning and the development of holistic intervention and management strategies
• Advanced facilitation skills, coaching, written and oral communication and conflict resolution skills
• Innovative individual with enthusiasm, flexibility and demonstrated skills and commitment to effective team work and continuous learning and quality improvement
• Working knowledge of computer programs including MS Word and PowerPoint
• Valid driver’s license and full-time use of own car is required

KEY FUNCTIONS:
• Develop, provide and facilitate responsive training and learning opportunities for staff in Halton-based Long Term Care Homes and MOHLTC funded community support agencies and Home and Community Care.
• Work collaboratively to facilitate the development and growth of networks, communities of practice, partnerships and collaborative practices that enhance the service and resources for older adults with cognitive/mental health and addiction needs and for their service providers
• Help to identify gaps and integrate cross sector services and solutions to better meet older adult/service provider needs
• Effectively support and coach staff to understand behaviour and psychological symptoms of dementia and mental illness in older adults and to develop care and support strategies

HEADQUARTERS:
Responsible for Region of Halton and catchment of the SJHH Halton SMHO team. Main office located at 5230 South Service Road, Burlington