Position Summary Social Workers provide health education and care within their scope of practice for clients within their respective programs. As a member of a client-centered interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker provides care to individuals promoting wellness, prevention of disease and/or disability and the management of chronic diseases/conditions. The Social Worker adopts a long-term approach to client care consistent with the philosophy of harm-reduction and as a means to ensuring continuity of care for the client.

Qualifications

Education
Must be registered and in good standing with the Manitoba College of Social Workers
Must have a valid class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle

Skills, Expertise, and Experience
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working as a Social Worker
A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working in the areas of addictions, mental health, crisis intervention, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Experience working with a vulnerable population

Critical Skills
Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills

Focus on Results
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve service goals and produce expected results/outcomes

Alignment with Organizational Values
Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission and values

Indigenous Understanding
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families

Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration
Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity and cultural awareness

MCC Philosophies
Strong knowledge, commitment and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed and community development principles in all aspects of the work

Communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computer systems, including Microsoft Office suite

Assets
Additional Languages
Experience in an inner city community setting,
Knowledge and Experience working with Students and/or Volunteers
Links/Relationships with Community Resources
Experience working with service-specific computer programs such as EMR, eChart, and Accuro
Knowledge of Housing First and Assertive Community Treatment methodology

All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill and ability required for the position.