Are you a registered Social Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Psychiatry department. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Social Worker provides comprehensive assessment, care planning and treatment coordination for psychiatric clients and their families.

Working collaboratively with other health care providers and the multidisciplinary team, the Social Worker provides direct psychosocial care, counselling and group work, system navigation and advocacy, education and linkage to relevant specialized complex care resources while facilitating client self-management.

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Worker is responsible for providing and developing services to maintain or improve the health and social well-being and functioning of psychiatric patients.

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Rotation / Hours of Work Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00 Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited university. Two (2) years' recent related Mental Health & Addictions experience in clinical areas, services, and programs, or an equal combination of education, training, and experience. Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff,



and members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written, computer communication means. Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively.

Human Caring and Relationship Centered Practice: Ability to promote client-focused care that demonstrates care for and with clients and significant others, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, client advocacy and social justice concerns. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovation, implementation of Northern Health policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others. Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.

Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools.

Facility: Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through Dawson Creek and District Hospital This state-of-the-art facility will be over 50% bigger than the current hospital and will feature 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded and enhanced services to meet the growing needs of the community. Designed with innovation and comfort in mind,



the current hospital represents a transformative step forward in health care for the region. Join us now and be part of this exciting transition to the new facility!

Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Dawson Creek Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people.

With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits. Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.

Employee referral program with attractive incentives. Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities. Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.

Loan Forgiveness

Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

International Applicants

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📌 Social Worker, General Psychiatry, Adult (Dawson Creek)
🏢 Northern Health
📍 Dawson Creek