Description:
As a Social Worker I, you will be a member of a multi- disciplinary team that provides mental health services to individuals, families and/or groups at a community based facility. You will be responsible for the initial screening of patients by gathering and documenting client information, basic assessment and providing support to clients and their families’ short-term needs. You will liaise with and refer clients to appropriate community and government services and support, along with participating in case conferences and team meetings.
Classification: Social Worker
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Unit and Program: Complex Care Support Team
Primary Location: Valleyview Health Centre
Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 05-OCT-2022
Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
Date Available: 15-OCT-2022
Temporary End Date: 27-OCT-2023
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 12
Shifts per cycle: 52
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Minimum Salary: $32.12
Maximum Salary: $42.65
Vehicle Requirement: Driver’s License, Vehicle Required
Required Qualifications:
Completion of diploma in Social Work. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years experience in social work field. Previous experience with Senior’s Health. Home care, dementia care, and experience working in designated living option environment. Strong leadership abilities with negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated ability to navigate the healthcare system and advocate for clients/families. Connect Care, and Meditech trained. Supportive Pathways training, and knowledge of cognitive status, functioning and management of complex behaviors. Rural and remote SW experience. Knowledge of applicable legislation, and programs and community resources.
Preferred Qualifications:
As Required.