Social Worker - Vancouver, Canada - BC Centre for Ability

BC Centre for Ability

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Social Worker

Classification:
Social Worker

Status:
Casual

Employee Group:

HSA

Start Date:

ASAP

About Us

The BC Centre for Ability provides community-based services to enhance the quality of life for children, youth and adults with diverse abilities, and their families, in ways that foster inclusion in all aspects of life.

Our belief that that every person is born with the ability to succeed in life, on their own terms has enabled us to serve children, youth, and adults, and their families, since 1969, when we were first established as the BC Neurological Association.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Leader of Social Work Services and working in collaboration with the clinical Social Work Team, identifies and assists clients to access appropriate resources; participates in planning, coordinating and evaluating social work activities; provides individualized coaching and support to clients to promote social emotional health and independence; conducts follow-up services and liaises with the multidisciplinary team and community agencies to meet the needs of the clients served.

A day in the life of a BCCFA Social Worker

Responds to the service inquires and provides program information to clients and their families
Assists in the planning, coordination and evaluation of social work activities
Acts as a resource to clients and their families by providing information regarding community resources and access these resources, arranges referrals and facilitates wraparound planning to meet the comprehensive needs of the clients and their families
Works in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and medical personnel, provides individualized coaching and support to clients, assisting them to practice and acquire skills identified in the social emotional intervention plan
Liaises with community and medical resources to meet the needs of the clients served
Arranges and conducts client/family meetings for service planning and review
Provides follow up support to clients as required
Maintains clinical record as per professional and department standards
Maintains workload statistics as required for the Department and the Centre
Performs other related duties as assigned

The Qualifications and Skills You Bring

Master's degree in Social Work from an approved school of Social Work with a minimum of 2 years of experience working with children with special needs
Current registration with the BC College of Social Workers (BCCSW)
Basic knowledge and understanding of pediatric development and social development related to disability, family and cultural dynamics
Knowledge and understanding of the principle of Family Centered Practice
Ability to make effective referrals, reflecting indepth knowledge of community resources and strong collaborative skills in working with community health and social agencies and school programs
Ability to effectively work independently and with others, including working effectively in a multicultural environment as part of a multidisciplinary team and understanding the frameworks of other disciplines
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, families, staff and community agency personnel
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload in a complex environment
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
Valid BC driver's license and use of own car for work

Compensation:

Pay Grade 11

Please Note:

As a health and wellness organization, BC Centre for Ability has aligned with the Provincial Public Health Orders released on October 14,2021.

We have a mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination policy for all employees at BC Centre for Ability. This policy requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

If selected for employment, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination by providing a copy of your BC Vaccination Card Passport with the QR code.

If you are personable, have a great attitude, are passionate about delivering exceptional service and have a genuine interest in contributing to the greater good of our organization and our community, we want to hear from you

**Contact Emma Gauvin, Lead of Social Work Services, for more information about the opportunity.