Social Worker

SocialWorker Hospital

Temporary Part-Time,Non-Union

T / 24-51

The Organization :

St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph (SJHCG)is a faith-based organization that is part of St. Joseph’s Health System. Welive by our CARE values : Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence,and embed person- and family-centred care throughout our 240 long-term carebeds, 106 hospital beds, and a variety of outpatient and community supportservices.

Our staff complement of approximately 700 employees is committed tocontributing to a healthy, safe, and respectful environment.

If you are apassionate and highly motivated individual, looking to help us advance in ourmission, vision and values, we look forward to you joining our team!

The Job Summary :

You will providepsychosocial assessments and treatment for patients in our Hospital programswith a focus on complex discharge planning as well as supporting social workneeds.

As an active member of the inter-disciplinary team, you will provideservices related to clients’ goals, including discharge planning, and providingsupport to clients / families through advocacy, coaching and conflict resolutionstrategies.

Key Accountabilities &Success Criteria :

• Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments on all patients admitted to the Rehabilitation Program or to specific program area, as designated by the Director of Clinical Services
• Formulate treatment plans based on the psychosocial assessment, and select an appropriate method of intervention within the framework of social work knowledge and skills.
• Respond to referrals for crisis intervention with residents, families and staff.
• Assist patients in liaising with community and appropriate government services e.g. Pension office, ODSP, Regional Social Services.

Also assist in obtaining funding for necessary items e.g. wheelchairs, clothing, shoes, etc.

• Conduct cognitive testing required for referrals to the Community Mental Health Clinic.
• Plan and develop group programs, such as Bereavement Support, Spousal Support, in order to meet the psychosocial needs of residents / patients and community.
• Act as an advocate on behalf of residents and their families.
• Provide consultation to physicians, and Interdisciplinary Team members regarding the social and emotional factors which bear upon the resident’s diagnosis and treatment.
• Function as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team in Rehab and the hospital social work team.
• Participate in weekly interdisciplinary rounds
• Facilitate de-briefing sessions for staff when necessary
• Function as a liaison between CCC / LTC / Rehab and Community programs related to the needs of patient.
• Serve as a resource to the Patient Family Advisory Committee.
• Maintain current and proper records necessary for effective patient treatment and collaboration.
• Compile and submit accurate statistics for workload measurement.
• Participate in staff meetings, committee meetings, professional conferences and educational workshops.
• Provide clinical supervision to Social Work students if required.
• Participate in staff, student and volunteer orientation as requested.
• Complies with patient safety programs, and processes including identifying and reporting adverse events / near misses
• Attends and participates in appropriate safety training or education updates (ie. hand hygiene, emergency code reviews)
• Identifies unsafe conditions or practices and takes appropriate action to address them including reporting or removing hazards
• Consult with the Director of Clinical Services on all relevant matters.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor Degree or Master’s Degree in Social Work from an approved School of Social Work
• Membership in Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
• 3-5 years experience working in a hospital setting

Skills & Abilities :

• Demonstrated conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills with clients and their families
• Strong knowledge of hospital related legislation
• Detailed knowledge of community services / resources
• Excellent verbal / written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort in using computer systems to access required Personal Health Information, typing of notes etc.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently and as a part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills
• High level of maturity, professionalism & acceptance of personal responsibility
• Knowledge of recovery principles
• Excellent attendance record and ability to maintain same

It’s a great time to help shape how health care is delivered in Ontario.