The salary range for this position is CAD $44.85/Hr. - CAD $56.02/Hr.

The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. Testing may be required. A criminal record check may be required

Reporting to the designated Social Work Site Leader and receiving guidance and support from the Skilled Practice Leader and/or Research, Education and Practice Coordinator, the position supports the interdisciplinary program/team, which is under the direction of the Patient Care Manager, in achieving program, patient and resident goals. Duties include providing therapeutic clinical counselling services, conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and maintaining patient/resident records.

Provides consultative and direct services to patient/resident, families, staff and community health professionals regarding community resources and provides leadership to the interdisciplinary team in the discharge planning process. Coordinates clinical/case conferences, develops and delivers in services and presentations for staff, participates as a member of local committees and group meetings and maintains broad knowledge of developments in the Social Work profession.

Education

- Masters in Social Work from an accredited university.
- One year of recent related experience in a designated program area, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.
- Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited School of Social Work, with an equivalent combination of education,



training and experience may be considered.
- Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.

Skills and Abilities

- Demonstrated ability to communicate with and deal effectively with, patients/residents, families, staff, physicians, and other health care providers.
- Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures related to healthcare.
- Demonstrated ability to gather relevant data and make a biopsychosocial assessment.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct patient/resident assessments.
- Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient/resident care.
- Demonstrated ability to draw out information that will contribute to understanding the patient/resident's situation in order to explore issues beyond the initial concerns.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in conflict resolution issues.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize issues and workload.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to participate in research.
- Demonstrated ability to provide supervision and teaching to students.
- Ability to facilitate and influence group and inter-group meetings, processes and decision making.

Who We Are





Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. For the people at Providence, living our Mission, Vision and Values means providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional and innovative care every day.

From our humble roots 129 years ago, Providence has grown into globally renowned research, teaching, and care organization. As individuals within a mission-driven organization, we choose to be part of Providence Health Care because we value the organization's long commitment to social justice and compassionate care, and its commitment to the process of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul's Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

- A competitive salary The salary range for this position is $44.85/Hr.- $56.02/Hr, depending on experience
- Growth opportunities We welcome individuals at all stages of their careers, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
- State-of-the-art facilities The new St. Paul's Hospital and health campus will represent the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada. It is designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families, and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul's Hospital and health c

📌 Social Worker, Mental Health, St. Paul's (Canada)
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