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Social Worker
1 week ago
Dan's Legacy Foundation Surrey, CanadaDan's Legacy is currently seeking a full-time, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive Social Worker to work with youth at risk, ages 15 to 25 years old, in Metro Vancouver. Our Social Workers are a part of a 6-person team (2 Social Workers and 4 Youth Outreach Workers) that is ...
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Social Worker
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Optima Living Surrey, Canada**Let us welcome you home to The Evergreen Hamlets at Fleetwood in Surrey, BC** · Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Wester ...
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Social Worker
3 weeks ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over ...
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Social Worker
3 weeks ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaSalary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $ $52.81 / hour Why Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is the second largest health system in Canada with over 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers, and is the largest of five regional health authorities in British Columb ...
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Social Worker
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The Centre for Child Development Surrey, Canada**Social Worker, Temporary** · **Date of Posting**: July 10, 2023 · **Hours of Work**: 37.5 Hours per week, some evenings and Saturdays. The term for the position is · until March 31, 2024.. · **Reports to**: Director of Psychology and Family Services · **Union**: Health Sciences ...
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Social Worker
3 weeks ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaSalary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $ $50.62 / hour Why Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? · Fraser Health is responsible ...
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Social Worker
2 weeks ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over ...
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Social Worker
1 day ago
Metis Nation British Columbia Surrey, Canada**Métis Nation British Columbia**: · **Social Worker **(2 positions)**: · **#23-020** · **Ministry of Mental Health and Harm Reduction** · **Position**:Permanent Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) · **Location**:Remote or Hybrid/Provincial office - Station Tower th Avenue, Surrey) · ...
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Social Worker
1 day ago
The Centre for Child Development Surrey, Canada**Social Worker, Temporary · **Date of Posting**: February 23, 2024 · **Hours of Work**: 37.5 Hours per week, some evenings and Saturdays. This is a temporary position which will expire · after 12 months. · **Reports to**: Director of Psychology and Family Services · **Union**: H ...
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Social Worker
2 days ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaSalary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $ $48.88 / hour Why Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the tr ...
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Social Worker
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OCD North Surrey, CanadaERP Therapist Job Description · OCD North is a specialized mental health clinic located in Barrie, Ontario and expanding across · Canada. We serve individuals, children and families affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder · (OCD). · We are looking for a social worker in British ...
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Social Worker
3 days ago
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Social Worker
2 days ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaSalary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $ $48.88 / hour Why Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? · Fraser Health is responsible ...
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Social Worker
1 day ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over ...
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Social Worker, Msw
2 weeks ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Are you someone who has a real passion for serving others? Are you a registered Social Worker looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? If you've answered "yes", then we want you to keep reading. We hire grea ...
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Forensic Social Worker
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Social Worker, Msw
3 weeks ago
Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Are you someone who has a real passion for serving others? Are you a registered Social Worker looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? If you've answered "yes", then we want you to keep reading. We hire grea ...
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Forensic Social Worker
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Social Worker, Cresst
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Fraser Health Surrey, CanadaWhy Fraser Health?: · Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? · Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over ...
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Social Worker
2 weeks ago
GSS Delta View Care Centre Delta, Canada**GSS Delta View Care Centre has an opening for a full-time (FTE: 1.0) Social Worker.** · - **Monday - Friday ** · **DUTIES**: · Under the direction of the Care Manager, the Social Worker in conjunction with the health care team; provides clinical social work services to the Resi ...
Indigenous Health Liaison Social Worker - Surrey, Canada - Fraser Health
Description
Detailed OverviewReporting to the Coordinator or designate, the Indigenous Health Liaison Social Worker participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a variety of community and hospital settings.
Within the context of an Indigenous health care perspective, provides culturally appropriate counselling and intermediary services to First Nations, Metis and Inuit clients.
Plans, organizes, and evaluates clinical and psychosocial health care needs and services for Indigenous clients involving assessments, health teaching to clients, support, consultation, liaison, and referral to appropriate services.
The Liaison collaborates with other programs across Fraser Health as well as Indigenous partner organizations such as First Nations Health Authority and Metis Nation BC.
This position will facilitate connections between Indigenous clients and service providers to enhance access to Fraser Health services, with a culturally appropriate approach.
Responsibilities As a member of a multi-disciplinary team acts as an Indigenous Health liaison for clients, families, service providers, and community agencies to enhance service delivery through consultation, development of a care plan and forwarding necessary information to appropriate community services/agencies.
Clarifies client and family expectations and acts as a client advocate.Conducts client assessments and screenings that include evaluation of emotional, physical, social, spiritual, economic and mental status of client using information from all available sources.
Participates in a multi-disciplinary team regarding Indigenous Health. Identifies clients and refers to appropriate services, as eligible.Communicates with and obtains assistance from appropriate community agencies to ensure the best possible care for clients and families after discharge from hospital.
Provides education and promotes health promotion initiatives/services to individuals, families, and Indigenous communities to increase knowledge regarding self-care and whole body health.
Encourages informed decision-making, personal growth and learning, empowering the client to improve their quality of life. Acts as the point of contact and liaises with community partners.Acts in public relations and advocacy capacity to represent Indigenous Health to medical, care and support staff and other service providers, and to community agencies and their staff by maintaining up to date knowledge of Indigenous Health.
Provides consultation to staff for the purpose of enhancing knowledge of Indigenous cultures, contemporary social issues and health beliefs. Provides information on social and health services available in the community for Indigenous people.Participates in committees that integrate Indigenous Health with hospital and community programs by providing input and addressing Indigenous Health issues.
Provides information, interpretation and guidance to general public, agencies, Boards, etc. on Acts and Regulations applicable to social work practices and functions. Reviews and adapts relevant information material. Participates in professional development activities to keep up to date with current trends and research. Assists with orientation of new staff, students, and other health care professionals. Maintains knowledge of community social work services and resources. Maintains related records, documentation and statistics. Prepares reports as required, and in accordance with established standards and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an approved School of Social Work.Two years' recent, related clinical social work experience in a hospital or community setting including one year of experience working with Indigenous clients.
Knowledge of Indigenous health approaches, protocol and cultural issues. Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers. Valid BC Driver''s Licence and access to personal vehicle for business related purposes.Skills and Abilities Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of emotional, mental health and contemporary social issues relative to the Indigenous community.
Ability to provide consultation to patients, families and healthcare professionals.Ability to make effective referrals, reflecting in-depth knowledge of community resources and strong collaborative skills in working with community health and social agency personnel.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of Social Work/Clinical Counselling as applied to Indigenous populations. Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate. Ability to organize and problem solve. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated teaching skills. Ability to deal effectively with individuals, groups, and other professionals within a multi-disciplinary environment in a diverse community. Ability to prioritize workload, keep accurate records and write reports. Comprehensive knowledge of Indigenous culture and community resources and agencies. Ability to deliver culturally sensitive services to Indigenous populations. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Ability to operate related equipment, including personal computers and related software.
Indigenous Health Liaison Social Worker professionals in Surrey
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Tarak Makadia
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Matthew Gulenchyn
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