Description

In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

As a member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing client-centered care for a multi-site operation the Social Worker provides assessment care planning intervention consultation and referral for services to clients and their caregivers/families where the social economic emotional or psychological circumstances of the client presents barriers to care and/or an optimum level of function.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Training And Experience

Bachelor of Social Work degree from a recognized university. Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers. Post-degree preparation in program specific areas such as Gerontology Mental Health Palliative Care Rehabilitation. Working knowledge and familiarity with various community based health and human services; and Two (2) years recent related experience; or An equivalent combination of education training and experience. Valid BC Drivers License.





Skills And Abilities

- Demonstrate a working knowledge of applicable legislation.
- Demonstrate counseling skills including crisis loss grief and resource counseling.
- Educate and provide consultation to clients/caregivers/families support groups and other health care professionals.
- Meet deadlines.
- Determine and deal with emergent situations.
- Organize prioritize and coordinate workload in a complex environment.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients staff and other health care providers.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Foster positive public relations.
- Work independently and as a member of and/or provide leadership to a multidisciplinary health care team.
- Problem solve.
- Resolve conflict.
- Operate related equipment including computerized systems.
- Keyboard at 30 wpm.
- Physically and emotionally perform the duties of the position.
- Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority.

Requirements

Required Experience:

IC

📌 Social Worker (237493) (Duncan)
🏢 Island Health
📍 Duncan