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Job Summary

The Social Worker for the Mental Health Program cares for individuals with serious mental illness. This care includes specialized assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and community re-integration. This position will improve care of the mental health patients in the hospital and establish linkages with community partners which support and / or care for the patients. In addition this position provides for a unique collaborative relationship with a multidisciplinary team. The Social Worker will provide comprehensive assessment, rehabilitation and treatment to adult patients with serious mental illness and their families. This model of care follows the principles of client centered care within a psychosocial rehabilitation approach. Discharge planning, individual and group therapy, locating and arranging resources, and linking with family and community services are important components of the Social Work role. Providing support to patients and families at the point of triage in the emergency department. Connecting with mental health patients and families post discharge from the emergency department. This position contributes to the hospital mission by being a team member who ensures confidentiality, quality, and client-centered health care in the community.

Job Summary

The Social Worker for the Mental Health Program cares for individuals with serious mental illness. This care includes specialized assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and community re-integration. This position will improve care of the mental health patients in the hospital and establish linkages with community partners which support and / or care for the patients. In addition this position provides for a unique collaborative relationship with a multidisciplinary team. The Social Worker will provide comprehensive assessment, rehabilitation and treatment to adult patients with serious mental illness and their families. This model of care follows the principles of client centered care within a psychosocial rehabilitation approach. Discharge planning, individual and group therapy, locating and arranging resources, and linking with family and community services are important components of the Social Work role. Providing support to patients and families at the point of triage in the emergency department. Connecting with mental health patients and families post discharge from the emergency department. This position contributes to the hospital mission by being a team member who ensures confidentiality, quality, and client-centered health care in the community.

Qualifications / Education

• Masters Degree in Social Work ~ required;
• Current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers ~ required;
• Advanced level of applying cognitive behavioural therapy to treat severe mental illness;
• Minimum of two years demonstrated work experience delivering a full range of high quality social work services to the seriously mentally ill including adults and the geriatric population and their families in the context of an acute care psychiatric unit ~ preferred;
• Knowledge of relevant legislation; Mental Health Act; Substitute Decisions Act; Health Care Consent Act
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources for clients
• Ability to provide effective patient, family and co-worker education
• Ability to problem solve using critical thinking and analysis
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software such as Microsoft Word / Excel proficiently
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing and often unpredictable situations
• Ability to work in and contribute to an evolving program requiring flexibility and adaptability
• Demonstrated excellence in all forms of communication;
• Demonstrated effective organizational skills involving time management and prioritization;
• Ability to work independently as well as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team;
• Commitment to standards of excellence and the concept of accountability;
• General good health and a level of fitness appropriate for the demand of the position
• French language skills an asset

Windsor Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by WRH throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

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