Social Worker Masters - Greater Sudbury, Canada - Health Sciences North

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Description

Social Worker Masters (Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab):
Competition #

4966

Job Title

Social Worker Masters (Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab)

Department

Cardiac Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Status

Temporary (Apr 2024 to Oct 2025)

Work Type

Full-time

Affiliation

ONA Paramedical

Shift Assignment

Days

Bilingualism Required

No

Police Check Requirement

Vulnerable Sector Check

Site

RLHC-ONA Paramedical

Salary Information

$43.37 to $55.25 / hours

Application Closing Date

January 31, 2024

KEY FUNCTION:

Responsible for the provision of services including assessment, referral, short-term intervention, locating and arranging resources, and education for clients of the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation programs.

Promote and foster a culture in which the staff manage patients living with a chronic condition with understanding and compassion.

REPORTING:

Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, HAVEN/Hemophilia, Chronic Disease Self-Management, OBIRS and Integrated Chronic Pain.

DUTIES:

Participate in intake assessments and attend client case conferences as required.
Provide individual and group therapies to clients and families, including the provision of support with respect to acceptance and loss, psychoeducation, and skill building in areas such as relaxation, stress management, problem solving, sleep hygiene, and assertiveness.
Communicate pertinent information and recommendations to clients/care providers and provide education regarding treatment strategies as required.
Participate in assessments within the regional catchment area by utilizing Telemedicine.
Maintain uptodate charting/records in compliance with HSN, departmental policies and procedures, and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers standards of practice.
Participate in developing, planning, and implementing new therapeutic programs based on clinical needs.
Participate in research, program development and evaluation, and quality assurance activities.
Actively pursue learning opportunities and communicate new developments and best practices through education sessions with team members.
Develop an intervention plan in collaboration with patients, families, stakeholders, and the interdisciplinary team, based on identified needs.
Document intervention plans according to specific HSN and professional standards.
Assist in overcoming barriers within the health care system to ensure timely delivery of services.
Help patients identify and use health resources, including those available in the community and through agencies.
Liaise with community agencies and assist with making connections to community resources/supports as required.
Provide shortterm counselling services, with particular regard to individual/family issues and decisions that impact the health of the patient/family.
Balance group, same day, urgent, and individual counselling.
Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team to plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate patient care in consultation with patients and families.
Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
Determine and align improvement projects with HSN's Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Minimum of a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited University.
Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Certification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Mindfulnessbased stress reduction (MBSR) is preferred.
Ministry of Labour "Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps" training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of three (3) years' relevant clinical experience in the field of Chronic Disease, preferably in a Rehabilitation department.
Clinical experience in a Mental Health/Addictions department within a health care environment is preferred.
Experience in assessment, treatment and counselling of patients with chronic disease.
Experience in group and individual counselling.
Experience in communitybased, outpatient/regional programs is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Demonstrated excellent presentation skills.
Demonstrated leadership and problemsolving skills.
Demonstrated ability to liaise with other health care professionals, programs, and external agencies.
Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous and Francophone culture.
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