Position Information:

Why choose Woodstock Hospital?

- Affordable On Site Parking, Electric Car Charging Stations
- HOOPP Pension Plan & Comprehensive Full Time Benefits
- Competitive Salaries
- Monthly Wellness Initiatives, Staff Massage Chairs
- Job Sharing Opportunities, Internal 50/50 for Staff
- Corporate Discount Program, Staff Recognition Programs
- On Site Pharmacy

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Individual Therapy Worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides psychosocial assessment and treatment for inpatients and outpatients who are dealing with moderate to severe mental health issues. This position is responsible for the ongoing planning, implementation and evaluation of the Individual Therapy Program and its specific therapy services for child/families, adults, and couples. As a regulated health professional, the Individual Therapy Social Worker will adhere to best practices during the provision of psychotherapy/counselling services.

- Provide social work services to clients referred to the Individual Therapy program by consistently participating as an interdisciplinary team member.
- Provide psychosocial assessment and treatment to outpatients who are dealing with moderate to severe mental health issues.
- Participate in the ongoing planning, implementation and evaluation of Individual Therapy program.
- Facilitate individual therapy while adhering to best practices The delivery of individual therapy requires competence in the assessment and treatment of individuals while ensuring the provision of quality patient care.
- Utilize and complete relevant clinical documentation for each respective client, including assessments, progress notes and termination summaries for client files in a timely manner.
- Monitor and maintain the fidelity of the individual therapy program by participating in ongoing clinical and team discussions (case conferences, team meetings, departmental meetings) to ensure the planning, implementation and evaluation of services aligns with schedule 1 essential service requirements while meeting clinical needs and expectations.




- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues within and across disciplines by engaging in consistent and ad hoc clinical discussions to ensure appropriate feedback and updates are provided to them regarding the involvement of clients in the individual therapy programs.
- Participate in clinical and administrative unit meetings, social work meetings, and other meetings necessary to the effectively perform as a social worker within the hospital.
- Ensure individual therapy standards of practice align with corporate policies and procedures.
- Assist clients with referrals to appropriate as needed community agencies and/or resources
- Provide back-up social work services within the department as delegated and required.
- Participate in hospital and community liaison activities and/or committees as delegated and required to ensure effective delivery of service.
- Receive regularly scheduled clinical and administrative supervision by the Director of Mental Health Services or delegate.
- Keep up to date on new developments within the field of Social Work and other related fields. Maintain and upgrade skills as required.
- Act as a Field Practicum Instructor and supervisor to Social Work students placed at the hospital, as requested by the Director of Mental Health Services.
- Carry out a teaching role within Mental Health Services through participation, and presentation at the regularly scheduled staff education seminars and other educational forums existing within the hospital. This role may also extend to the community.
- Maintain timely and accurate statistical records of activities for Departmental, Hospital, and Ministry purposes.
- Consult with Director of Mental Health Services or assigned delegate, when administrative, therapeutic, or legal matters could result in significant or responsible outcome to client, hospital, and/or therapist.
- Carry out other duties as required by the Director of Mental Health Services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:





- Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited university
- Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- Excellent psychosocial assessment and treatment skills of clients of the hospital
- Knowledgeable in mental health best practices and the modalities of Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma Informed Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Didactic Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
- Superior interpersonal skills
- Superior written and verbal communication skills are mandatory
- Demonstrated ability to deal congenially with a variety of people efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision
- Organizational skill and demonstrated ability to handle and respect confidential information with fact and diplomacy are essential.
- Minimum 2 years experience
- Commitment to Patient Care & Safety and Service Excellence.
- Satisfactory vulnerable person’s sector criminal background check.

Salary Range: $47.05-$60.98/hour

Company Biography:

All Woodstock Hospital postings are a reflection of true vacancies, however unionized postings will consider internal union members first. AI is not currently used in the hiring process. Woodstock Hospital is committed to promoting compassionate and respectful patient care. We are dedicated to sustaining a supportive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. We are committed to providing a barrier-free environment by participating and complying with the by-laws and guidelines of the standards developed under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). If accommodation is required during the application, interview, or recruitment process, please contact Human Resources via email. Woodstock Hospital is also committed to being a safe space for everyone where we embrace diversity and celebrate individuality where everyone feels valued, respected, and appreciated. We seek to establish a more inclusive, diverse, accessible, and just culture in addressing barriers and inequities to make WH a place where everyone feels like they belong.

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