Social Worker, Dialysis - Selkirk, Canada - Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority

Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority

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Selkirk, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

GENERAL

Description:

Social Worker, Dialysis
Competition #:
SEL AC 342/24
Posting Date:
02/15/2024
Status:
Active
Type:
External
DESCRIPTION

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority
Our Vision

We will be recognized as a trusted health-care partner, providing sustainable, accessible, integrated, evidence-based care to improve health status and outcomes in all of our communities and achieve health equity across the region.

Our Mission

We work in partnership with all stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.

Our Values
Always with compassion, Success in collaboration, Accountability in everything we do, Acting with integrity, Respectful of each other

Collaboration | Accessibility | Respect | Excellence | Innovation | Quality Customer Service

Regional Social Worker, Dialysis

Reg Social Worker Dialysis_01

Closing Date:

02/22/2024

Facility / Site:

Selkirk Regional Health Centre (travel required)

Posting Type:

Mat-Pat LOA

Position Type:

Part-Time

Hours of Work:

Days

Term Dates:

FTE:

Union Group:

MGEU
Technical Professional
Wage / Salary:
As per applicable collective agreement
Position Summary:

The Social Worker

Renal Health is responsible for the the understanding and treatment of the social, psychological, emotional, spiritual, and functional needs of people coping with chronic kidney disease and its treatment; at all stages of the trajectory from prevention through to bereavement. Work involves professional activities such as assessment, individual, couples and small group counseling, crisis intervention, environmental resources assistance, patient advocacy, patient and public education and professional development. The Social Worker
Renal Health will empower patients and their families, utilizing a whole person approach to care that addresses a range of human needs to improve or optimize the best possible quality of life. The Social Worker
Renal Health promotes community wellness, builds individual and community capacity, and facilitates access and equality in health within the region. The responsibilities of this position will require travel throughout the region and to local centre renal health/ dialysis sites. The Social Worker
Renal Health will work in a collaborative, shared care model with the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority (IERHA) and the Manitoba Renal Program(MRP). The incumbent may also contribute to research and education. The position of Social Worker
Renal Health functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited university program required.
Eligible for licensure with the Manitoba Institute of Registered Social Workers required.
Working knowledge of computers required.
Minimum of three (3) years related clinical practice required.
Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
Experience in adult education principles and research methods preferred.
Experience working with First Nations and Aboriginal communities required.
Familiarity with aboriginal history, practices and issues required.
Demonstrated competence in clinical skills including psychosocial assessments and counseling intervention preferred.
Advanced level of communication (verbal and written), facilitation, and presentation skills.
Ability to work with mínimal supervision and in multiple environments.
Demonstrated ability to practice in a culturally responsive manner.
Ability to work with the multidisciplinary team at regional and tertiarycare dialysis sites, maintain a positive working relationship, on a flexible schedule as some evening and weekend work may be required.
Good physical and mental health to meet the demands of the position.
Up to date immunization record.
Manitoba Class 5 driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle required.
Willing to travel in small aircraft to remote communities and travel on unpaved secondary roads.
Completes and maintains a satisfactory preemployment security check.
Satisfactory employment record.

As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.

Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset.

Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.

All health care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with the Interlake-Eastern RHA Policy (GA-13-P-110 Requir