Social Worker I - Holyrood, Canada - Eastern Health

Eastern Health

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Holyrood, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Location:
Holyrood HCS Office

Social Worker I

Personal Care Home Program

Temporary, Full-Time (until December 31, 2023 with possibility of extension)

01614RP1

Hours
Your hours of work will follow the flexible work schedule in accordance with Article 19.01(a) of the NAPE-HP Collective Agreement, based on 150 hours within a designated 4 week period (by mutual agreement)

Salary
CG-39 ($ $41.63 per hour)

Competition Number

Posted Date
13 June 2023

Closing Date
20 June 2023

About Us

Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people.

The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services.

At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province.

To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary

This position reports to the Regional Manager of the Personal Care Home Program and maintains accountability to the Social Work Professional Practice Consultant for professional integrity and practice issues.

Job Demands
Occasionally, there is lifting or physical strength required to lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
Regularly sits to consult with clients, conduct therapeutic sessions, and to work on the computer.

Occasionally works in awkward or cramped body positions; pushes, pulls, and sets up furniture for group work, and drives to conduct home visits with clients.

Regularly uses fine finger/precision work on a computer.

Job Qualifications
Graduation with an accredited Bachelor of Social Work Degree is required.
Current and continuing registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Social Workers is required.

Knowledge of relevant legislation, including but not limited to, Mental Health Care and Treatment Act, Adult Protection Act, Advanced Health Care Directives Act, Medical Assistance in Dying, and the Children, Youth and Families Act.

Knowledge of community resources, systems and programs.
Knowledge of crisis intervention and supportive counseling.
Knowledge of case management.
Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise and mentor students.
Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment and interventions with individuals, families and groups.
Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, decision-making and organizational skills.
Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to deliver/facilitate effective presentations.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional environment, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Conditions of employment include the use of a private vehicle.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

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Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at press 5 then press 2 (long distance outlining how we can help.