In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager, Program Practice and Education, the Clinical Social Work Educator, Primary Care works collaboratively as a member of the inter-professional Primary Care Clinical Support Team (CST) to support Primary Care staff throughout Island Health to attain excellence in clinical practice. Facilitates the development, provision and evaluation of clinical strategies, education and clinical resources relevant to social work practice in Primary Care, in the context of the inter-professional team. Supports Social Workers working in a range of settings including Patient Medical Homes, Urgent and Primary Care Centres, Nurse Practitioner Clinics, and other Primary Care service models. Collaborates with colleagues in other disciplines to ensure appropriate Primary Care clinical practice development .
Applies a broad knowledge base of the health care environment, relevant research and applicable theories (educational, organizational, change management, systems thinking), team-based care approaches and the science and art of Social Work practice to role model, provide leadership and consultation to promote a positive learning culture and advance professional practice.
Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.
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