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Psychosocial Program Specialist - PalliativeWRHA Community Health Services • Winnipeg, MB, CA
Psychosocial Program Specialist - Palliative

Psychosocial Program Specialist - Palliative

WRHA Community Health Services • Winnipeg, MB, CA
4 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Position Overview

The Psychosocial Program Specialist works in partnership with other WRHA Programs and sites, community agencies, and the WRHA Palliative Care Program Team to develop and mobilize resources, to support individuals and families living with terminal illness and subsequently dealing with grief and bereavement; promotes the development, maintenance, and dissemination of excellence in knowledge and skill in psychosocial aspects of palliative care through education activities, research, and quality improvement initiatives; and provides leadership in the development and maintenance of effective and cohesive interdisciplinary teams with an emphasis on planned emotional and spiritual support; provides direct clinical and consultation services. The primary role of the position is providing counselling support to patients and families experiencing complex grief and/or distress related to end of life.

Experience

  • Minimum five years of experience in palliative care or related field (healthcare, oncology, chronic illness, grief, mental health).
  • Expertise and experience in clinical practice, consultation, and team building in a palliative care or other related healthcare setting.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

  • Master’s degree in a related field (social work, psychology, counselling) from an accredited school/faculty, or the approved equivalent if internationally educated.
  • An equivalent education experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

  • Active member of and licensed with an associated health regulatory body as appropriate.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Operated computer and accessories.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Ability to adapt readily to changing demands and situations.
  • Extensive knowledge of existing community resources and agencies providing services in healthcare.
  • Demonstrated leadership within the healthcare community.
  • Demonstrated ability to promote participation, collaboration and partnerships.
  • Demonstrated professional/community/public education skills.
  • Familiar with philosophy and vision of the WRHA Palliative Care Program.

Physical Requirements

  • May be required to work for long periods of time at a computer.
  • May be required to travel via an automobile for periods of time.
  • May be required to answer phones for extended periods of time.
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