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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">First Link Care Navigator</span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week), New Position</p>\n<p>Internal/External Posting</p>\n<p>                                </p>\n<p>The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland and Haliburton is seeking a compassionate, skilled professional to join our team as a First Link Care Navigator.</p>\n<p>In this role, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals living with dementia and their care partners. You will build trusted relationships, support people through complex systems, and help promote early intervention, well-being, and quality of life.</p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">About the Role</span></p>\n<p>As a First Link Care Navigator, you will provide intensive case management and guide individuals and families through the assessment and diagnosis process. You will offer supportive counselling, coordinate participation in Alzheimer Society programs, connect clients to services, and collaborate with community partners to ensure no one navigates dementia alone.</p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Key Responsibilities</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide person-centred supportive services including individual and family counselling, dementia education, advocacy, future care planning, and system navigation</li>\n<li>Manage a caseload primarily consisting of clients with complex needs</li>\n<li>Conduct assessments using the First Link Standardized Assessment and develop individualized support plans</li>\n<li>Support clients through pathways for assessment and diagnosis</li>\n<li>Support individuals living with dementia to remain safely in their homes as long as possible</li>\n<li>Provide education on dementia care practices to promote safety, reduce care partner stress, and prevent crisis situations</li>\n<li>Support care partners in responding to behavioural expressions of dementia</li>\n<li>Attend memory clinics, to conduct care partner interviews and participate in inter-professional team meetings to assist in the diagnostic process and develop plans for support.</li>\n<li>Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners</li>\n<li>Represent the Alzheimer Society on committees and community initiatives</li>\n<li>Deliver services across multiple settings (office, home, community, clinic, virtual, phone, and email)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Who You Are</span></p>\n<p>You are an empathetic, relationship-focused professional who values a person-centred approach. You are comfortable managing a dynamic caseload and enjoy working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.</p>\n<p>You’ll thrive in this role if you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are highly organized and able to balance competing priorities</li>\n<li>Are skilled at facilitating conversations around complex and sensitive topics</li>\n<li>Enjoy working in the community and meeting clients where they are</li>\n<li>Are passionate about supporting individuals and families impacted by dementia</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Qualifications</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Diploma or degree in Social Work, Social Services, Geriatric Care, or a related field (or equivalent experience)</li>\n<li>Preference given to regulated professionals in good standing with an Ontario regulatory body</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Experience</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supporting individuals living with dementia and their care partners</li>\n<li>Assessment, care planning, and service coordination</li>\n<li>Working in healthcare, human services, or inter-professional environments</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Skills &amp; Competencies</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong knowledge of dementia care and person-centred practices</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li>\n<li>Strong organizational and time-management abilities</li>\n<li>Cultural sensitivity and awareness of diversity</li>\n<li>Knowledge of local health and social service systems</li>\n<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and client databases</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Additional Requirements</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Valid G Class driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle</li>\n<li>Vulnerable Sector Police Check (within the last 2 months)</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Membership in a relevant regulatory body is an asset</li>\n</ul>\n<p> <br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Why You Should Join Our Team</span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland, and Haliburton is a heart driven, family-oriented workplace that encourages its employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We believe that you can do your best work when you are rested and able to balance both your work and personal obligations.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We strive to maintain a workplace where you can bring your full self to work with an organizational culture that is frequently described as vibrant and fun. You are highly encouraged to bring your sense of humour to work with you.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">About the Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland, and Haliburton</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland, and Haliburton (ASPKLNH) is a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to improving quality of life for people living with dementia and those who care for them. We deliver evidence-informed programs, education, and support across a large and diverse region, ensuring individuals and families are not left to navigate dementia alone. Grounded in compassion and collaboration, we work alongside health and community partners to build capacity, drive meaningful change, and strengthen dementia-inclusive communities. Our team is mission-driven, people-centred, and committed to excellence in service, advocacy, and continuous learning.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">How to Apply</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>For a full position description please contact: </p>\n<p>Carolyn Hemminger, Operations Manager/HR Lead at [email protected]</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Interested applicants please apply https://alzheimerjourney.bamboohr.com/careers/36</p>\n<p>Job Posting Closes Monday April 27th, 2026</p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><br></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><em>Commitment to Equitable Recruitment</em></span></p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em> The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough Kawartha Lakes Northumberland and Haliburton recognizes the value and dignity of each individual and ensures everyone has genuine, open, and unhindered access to employment opportunities, free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise.</em></p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em> We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment, where the rights of all individuals and groups are protected and all members feel safe, respected, empowered, and valued for their contributions. Our values include justice and connection and are the guideposts we use for decision-making of all kinds. We believe that this will guide the organization toward a place of inclusion for all - where equity and access to essential supports and services becomes the reality. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Human Rights Code and AODA. The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough Kawartha Lakes Northumberland and Haliburton welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity and social justice and we encourage applications from First Nations, Inuit and Métis, Indigenous Peoples of North America, Black and persons of colour, persons with disabilities, people living with dementia, care partners and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.</em></p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em>Note: The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland, and Haliburton does not use Artificial Intelligence to screen, assess, or select candidate applications. </em></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Disclaimer: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.</p>",
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