Social Worker

Halton HealthcareOakville, ON, CA

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$42,934.00–CA$46,050.00 yearly

Job description

Job Description

As an integral member of the interdisciplinary Step-Up Neuro Rehab team, the social worker will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient needs as well as work with their family and / or significant others. The social worker will enable stroke / neuro clients in their reintegration within their community setting by providing critical thinking and problem solving. The social worker will enable reintegration by focusing on the needs and goals of the patient and family. Will advocate within both the healthcare setting and community for the removal of systemic barriers that negatively influence the delivery of healthcare and the continuity of care using the appropriate resources in partnership with external partners.

Conduct comprehensive social work assessments using a variety of modalities and in accordance with professional standards and clinical practices and policies.
Consider the individual needs and readiness of patient / family / caregiver when providing resources and connecting them to community services
Provide education to stroke / neuro patients and their families regarding what to expect as they transition back into the community
Collaborate with the inter-disciplinary team to address ongoing patient needs, to participate in discussions to help optimize patient care and to ensure the coordination of community based support services.
Engage patient to assist with adjustments related to socio / emotional health issues and identify patient’s network of supports
Formulate a care plan to accomplish patient’s goals
Resolve complex issues with patient / family through use of conflict resolution, providing mediation and advocacy both with internal and external partners

Qualifications

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

BSW or MSW required.

Current registration and membership in good standing with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Minimum 3 years experience in a hospital or community health organization.

Experience working in neurology / stroke setting preferred

Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with patients / families, interprofessional team members, and community stakeholders through face to face or telephone interventions, class teaching, group facilitation, adult learning

Skillful implementation of planned social work interventions, both individually and in group settings, with the patient, family, caregiver, inter-disciplinary team and community resources

Able to address the unique health, social and service challenges for the patient / family / caregiver in keeping with Canadian Stroke Best Practice Guidelines

Demonstrates a high degree of initiative, self-direction and ability to multitask in a fast paced environment

Demonstrated ability to function effectively as a member of the health care team

Satisfactory employment and attendance record

Comprehensive knowledge of community resources and research skills to secure new resources.

Care passionately about the needs and well-being of patients, families and caregivers and the needs of our local community

Additional Information

Hours : Monday to Friday, rotating hour shifts, 8 : 30 - 5 : 30pm (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary : $ to $ per hour

Date Posted : August 27, 2024

Internal Applications Due By : September 3, 2024

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