Jobs PEI Looking for Social Service Worker at Charlottetown, PE Full Time

Bi-Weekly Hours: 52.5 hours bi-weekly / 7.5 hour shifts / Days and Evenings / Every Second Weekend.(Commencing Immediately until May 31, 2022 with Possibility of Extension)Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision of for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.The purpose of this position is to work within a multi-disciplinary team in an adult co-occurring focused treatment program to promote behavioural change and personal growth in adults who are having difficulties coping with substance use, addiction and mental health issues. Duties will include but not limited to: – planning and preparing presentations and topics to be discussed during group facilitation: – providing motivational and supportive individual and group counselling;- assisting with functional readiness skills toward successful program completion;- responding to client questions, and providing educational information;- providing crisis intervention and applying behaviour modification techniques in a variety of settings;- providing on-going mental health and suicide assessments when appropriate;- completing client assessments and progress notes;- assessing and monitoring client behaviour, and reporting any major changes to the clinical team;- assisting the clinical staff in daily functions of the unit; and performing other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: – Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field with experience in addictions/mental health or successful completion of a comparable program from a recognized post secondary institution with experience in addictions/mental health. – Experience working with addictions and mental health issues.- Experience conducting group or individual educational/therapy sessions.- Possess a solid foundation of addiction treatment theory and the recovery process.- Excellent problem solving, conflict resolution and facilitation skills.- Strong behavioural management and leadership skills- Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.- Demonstrated ability to apply non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural modification techniques in a variety of settings.- Have a good previous work and attendance record.Other Qualifications: – Knowledge of government systems, program planning and implementation, and health system services would be considered assets.- Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset. Important Notes: Covid-19 Immunization: Notice to all External Applicants. All new hires are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination before their start date as per Health PEI’s Covid-19 Immunization and Management Policy. If a new hire is unable to be vaccinated as a result of a medical exemption, you will be required to submit supporting documentation to Employee Health / Wellness and Safety.Please Note: Applicants are expected to complete the full length of this assignment unless appointed to a permanent position. Subsequent vacancies within the same work unit result from the application of 31.01 shall be filled in accordance with Article 31.02 based on applications received.Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.