Job Description

THE SOCIAL WORKER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING PSYCHOTHERAPY AND RELATED INTERVENTION SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING SERIOUS DISTRESS OR DYSFUNCTION.

THE PRIMARY OBJECTIVE IS TO SUPPORT AND STRENGTHEN SOCIAL FUNCTIONING. PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION SERVICES ARE PROVIDED.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Social Work
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)

Experience

EXPERIENCE IN PROVIDING TREATMENT SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES USING A VARIETY OF TREATMENT MODALITIES. DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF PROGRAMS FOCUSED ON PRIMARY PREVENTION STRATEGIES FOR POPULATION GROUPS IDENTIFIED AS AT RISK.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE OF FAMILY SYSTEMS THEORY, HUMAN SERVICE SYSTEMS, REFERRAL PROCEDURE, AND LOCAL RESOURCES.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to travel both within the region and provincially
• Ability to travel on a daily basis and have access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Advanced assessment skills
• Advanced communication skills
• Advanced counseling skills
• Advanced knowledge of population health promotion approaches, community development, behavioral change models, program planning and evaluation, determinants of health and their relationship to health status.
• Advanced problem solving skills
• Awareness of current Mental Health and Addictions issues
• Case management skills
• Communication skills
• Decision making skills
• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills

Job Number : J0423-0927 Job Title : Social Worker Job Type : Part-Time Permanent Location : General Site, 4001 Leslie Street Job Category : Healthcare Professional Salary : $42.

20 - $50.87 / Hour FTE : 0.1 Program / Area : Neuro / Stroke Reporting Title : Clinical Team Manager Shifts : Day

Weekends

Shift Duration : 8's

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care.

At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation.

North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community.

As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source.

An individual is fully vaccinated if they have provided proof of vaccination in the form of a receipt from COVaxON (the Ministry’s provincial system for COVID-19 vaccination information) and 14 days have elapsed from the final dose.

In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement.

Position Summary

Social Worker, Neuro / Stroke

Your goal in this position is to provide client-centered psychosocial assessments of the emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs of patients and their families in the Neuro / Stroke department.

You will also assist the patient and family in developing and enhancing coping skills related to the social and emotional needs and problems that may accompany or predate illness / disability and hospitalization.

We also want you to have a great network of connections in the care community, so you can refer patients to wide variety of community services, including retirement / long term care rehab facilities and complex continuing care.

You also have great interpersonal skills, and you effortlessly connect with physicians, staff, patients, and families. This position supports the hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and / or transforming care through research and innovation.

This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and families.

On a practical level, you will

• Provide client-centred assessments of emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs and capabilities of the patients and their families
• Prepare a treatment plan to meet the needs and problems identified in the psychosocial assessment with cooperation of multidisciplinary team
• As appropriate, formulate a discharge plan with patient, family, and health care team utilizing appropriate community resources;

recognizing and considering current needs, strengths, and limitations of patient, family, and resources as they may have developed / changed during the patient’s stay

• Follow through and co-ordinate the discharge plan
• Facilitate comprehensive discharge planning with patient, family and health care team utilizing appropriate community resources
• Maintain excellent knowledge of and close liaison with hospital & community resources, i.e., Home and Community Care Support Services, Social Assistance, Ontario Disability Support Program, Trillium Drug Programs, etc.
• Advocate for the patient / family and community to ensure the patients’ rights are recognized and appropriate services are created / provided
• Provide consultative social work services to members of treatment team, hospital staff, and community
• Foster an environment that promotes patient / family centered care and inter-professional collaboration
• Participate in MSW student supervision

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work
• Valid membership in the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers in good standing
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a staff Social Worker
• Acute care and discharge planning experience preferred
• Experience working with the geriatric population an asset

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals.

This is a Part Time Permanent position with 8 hour day shifts including weekends in the Neuro / Stroke department. . We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes benefits, vacation, and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY : As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

How to Apply

Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why :

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities.

North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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Anchor Health -

Are you looking for a work place where you can make a genuine difference?

Company Culture that feels supportive, genuine and appreciative of all?

Anchor Health is committed to the communities of which we serve, the patients and families we have the honor of caring for and the EMPLOYEES who have chosen us as their work family.

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY ROLE

The Medical Social Worker (MSW) is responsible for assisting patients and families / caregivers with both the social and emotional issues and practical arrangements related to the patient's illness.

The MSW is an integral member of the hospice interdisciplinary team and will provide on-going assessments, information, treatment planning and coordination to meet the needs of patients and families / caregivers.

JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families / caregivers related to the patients terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group.

Provides an assessment in the patients identified residence and assistance when this is not safe and another plan is required.

Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high-risks for suicide, neglect or abuse and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.

Counsels patient and family / caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties. Provides crisis intervention when necessary.

Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary group, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family.

Includes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboos.

Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.

Educates patients and families on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directives.

Provides information and referral services for organization patients ond families / caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.

Provides information to patients and families / caregivers and community agencies.

Serves as liaison between patients and families / caregivers and community agencies.

Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.

Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and personnel.

Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings, assisting the team in recognizing the effects of the psychosocial stresses on the symptoms of the terminal illness.

Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death / dying issues.

Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal, and health care decision responsibilities.

Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor / Manager.

The Above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.

The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel throughout the assigned geography per job requirements.

Thorough knowledge of community resources or the desire / ability to obtain this knowledge.

Knowledge of key psychosocial issues prevalent with terminally ill patients and their family / caregivers, including the knowledge of effective psychosocial interventions to address those issues.

Ability to relate and work collaboratively with other members of an interdisciplinary team.

Excellent listening and communication skills.

Ability to be an effective patient and family advocate

QUALIFICATIONS

A graduate of a Master’s program in social work (MSW) accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

A graduate of a bachelor’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Meets personnel qualifications stated in 418.114(b)(3)

Minimum of one-year social work experience in a health care setting, hospice experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death / dying.

Experience in hospice care preferred.

Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

FULL TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INCLUDED :

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match

Paid Time Off

Type of Position : Travel

Travel

Shift Detail : Days

Length of Assignment : 301

Guaranteed Hours :

At Lighthouse Medical Staffing, we work hard to ensure that our travelers have the best possible experience! We act as your advocate and you will have a dedicated recruiter for anything you may need.

We are large enough to have an abundance of current job opportunites and small enough to give you the outstanding service you deserve.

Job Description

We are looking for a Social Work Social Worker for an immediate opening in Fresno, California. You should have 1-2 years of recent experience in your specialty and a willingness to be flexible and adaptable in new environments.

Travel Nurses, Inc. (TNI) offers our traveling nurses excellent benefit packages, including day-one health care coverage, 401(k), competitive nurse salaries, bonuses / incentives, and many other perks.

The Onboarding Process You Deserve

If you're looking for a travel nurse company that will take care of you from start to finish, look no further than Travel Nurses, Inc.

We have the most detailed recruitment specialists in the industry and work tirelessly to ensure your onboarding process is stress-free.

We understand contract transparency is a tremendous concern. This becomes especially true when you navigate an unfamiliar hospital system with complex pay packages and different rules for each assignment - but TNI has got this covered! We have several policies that prevent confusion about what's expected from nurses before they begin a contract;

one crucial item is an Engagement Letter review completed with your recruiter before every contract.

Benefits and Perks

Go further with the best benefits and perks travel nursing offers. We provide everything you need to ensure you are covered on and off the clock.

Day One Health Coverage : At TNI, we provide Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance to employees working full-time contracts on day one.

We include several major medical plan options. Our premium plans provide an expansive network of providers in and outside Tennessee, including nationwide coverage.

TNI offers an HSA plan with a dollar-per-dollar match up to $750. Electing or waiving the group health insurance, eligible contract nurses will automatically enroll in forty thousand employer-paid life / AD&D insurance.

Finally, we offer a 401(k) plan through John Hancock with employer matching.

24 / 7 Clinical Support : Healthcare Professionals work 24 / 7, and so does TNI! Situations may emerge at any time, so we always have a clinician available to support you! As a nurse-owned and nurse-operated agency, Travel Nurses, Inc.

takes pride in saying, "Nurses know Nurses." The best travel nurses and healthcare professionals deserve the best support.

• Lucrative Referral Bonus : TNI believes your friends deserve to be treated well, so we offer a lucrative referral bonus! Earn $500 per RN national traveler referral and $250 for non-RN referrals (To be paid upon successfully completing 468 hours worked).
• Travel Reimbursement : No need to miss out on an adventure because you can't afford to get there. Travel Nurses, Inc. will help you cover the cost.
• Onboarding Cost Coverage : We know credentialing fees add up. TNI is committed to covering your onboarding costs, including licensure fees, certification reimbursement, physical exams, and immunizations.
• $700 Loyalty Bonus : We are devoted to you and want you to know it! Make $700 for every 700 hours worked with the TNI family.