Why Fraser Health?
We invite you to apply today and find out why more than 95% of new employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. A 2022 BC Top Employer, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust.
Are you someone who enjoys working an interdisciplinary team? Do you thrive in an environment where you are promoting self-determination? If you have answered yes to these questions, we want you to continue reading and explore the next stage of your career! We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Relief Part Time Clinical Social Worker to provide services in our Primary Care Clinics team in Burnaby, B.C.
Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. Our team of 43,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.
Effective October 26th 2021, all new hires to Fraser Health will need to have full COVID 19 vaccination (have received a full series of a World Health Organization “WHO” approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines). Please note this applies to all postings, and individual medical exemptions must be approved by the Provincial Health Officer.
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Detailed Overview
The Clinical Social Worker, Primary Care is a member of an interdisciplinary team within either Urgent and Primary Care Centres (UPCC), Primary Care Clinics (PCC), or Primary Care Networks (PCN).
The Clinical Social Worker conducts comprehensive social work and psychosocial assessments of clients and their families using a variety of assessment tools to provide treatment services for clients, including liaising with community agencies and caregiver support groups; provides clinical support to the interdisciplinary team, including physicians and nurse practitioners in the development of care plans and services within the assigned area of responsibility; delivers and evaluates clinical services and outcomes; participates on local committees and planning bodies to identify areas to improve the efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery to enhance client care services and reduce service gaps.
The Clinical Social Worker within the UPCC or PCC provides timely care to residents and continuous longitudinal primary care to unattached vulnerable residents in the assigned region.
The Clinical Social Worker within the PCN provides continuous longitudinal primary care to patients attached to local primary care providers. This role may require outreach and share care visits at primary care providers’ offices.
This role provides culturally safe client and family-centred care through a trauma-informed approach and evidence-informed practice in accordance with professional standards, clinical policies, legislation and practices. Establishes a dignifying, purposeful and trusting relationship with clients, promoting self-determination and independence. Encourages knowledge exchange in day-to-day activities, and empowers clients and natural supports to engage and connect within their communities; ensures clients and their family members are supported in navigating the health care system.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers.
Two (2) years’ recent related experience in a complex health care environment such as a community or home health setting, or an equivalent combination of social work education, training and experience.
As required, valid B.C. Driver’s license and access to vehicle with appropriate business coverage.
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