Clinical Navigator - Ambulatory
About the role
Baycrest Ambulatory Services
has an exciting opportunity for a
CLINICAL NAVIGATOR
Community Behaviour Support Outreach
Posting Number: 9858
Position Type: Temporary full-time (up to 12 months)
Shift Type: Day, no weekends (shift is subject to change)
Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours, 7.5 hrs/shift
Union: OPSEU 583
Hourly Pay Rate: $48.68 - $56.30
Date Posted: May 8, 2026
Internal Closing Date: May 15, 2026
About Us
At Baycrest Hospital, older adults receive specialized post-acute inpatient care informed by deep expertise in aging and brain health, delivered with compassion and clinical excellence.
Job Summary
This role is a key member of the Behavioural Support for Seniors Program (BSSP/BSO) Strategy, with primary responsibilities within the BSSP/BSO Coordinating Office. The incumbent plays a central role in system coordination, integrated service delivery, and capacity building aligned with the MOHLTC BSO Strategy. In addition to leading BSSP/BSO functions, the role also supports Virtual Behavioural Medicine (VBM) Program and Baycrest Central Navigation Office Services.
Key Responsibilities
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Serve as the central clinical point of contact for inquiries related to BSSP/BSO, VBM, and Ambulatory Services.
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Support health care partners and family members in completing referrals and navigating clinical pathways.
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Conduct screening and triage using established BSO referral processes and geriatric assessment tools.
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Provide clinical expertise in managing responsive behaviours and cognitive impairment, ensuring client- and family-centered care from intake to discharge.
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Lead or support complex care resolution tables and cross-sectoral transition planning.
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Facilitate the development and sharing of educational resources across BSSP/BSO, VBM, and Central Navigation.
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Maintain and update content for the BSSP/BSO mini website and contribute to Central Navigation resources.
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Coordinate alignment and pathways between LTC Leads, BSO Outreach, Acute Care, Addictions Specialists, and Caregiver Supports.
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Support Central Navigation functions including referral triage, early clinical contact, and standardized prioritization.
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Collaborate with Quality and Business Intelligence teams to monitor key access indicators (e.g., first contact, wait times).
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in a regulated healthcare profession (e.g., Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing).
- Current registration/licensure in good standing with a professional regulatory body.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience in geriatrics, community-based seniors care, and managing responsive behaviours.
- Experience with BSO systems, ambulatory services, and navigation preferred.
- Familiarity with RAI-HC, cognitive assessments, caregiver burden scales, and geriatric assessment tools.
- Completion of or willingness to complete GPA, P.I.E.C.E.S., Montessori for Dementia Programming is an asset.
- Strong clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience providing caregiver education, support, and counselling related to caring for individuals exhibiting responsive behaviours.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with primary care providers and specialists in the care of older adults exhibiting responsive behaviours.
- Proficiency in Meditech, Outlook, Adobe, and other relevant applications.