Position Overview

As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the social worker is responsible for the provision of social services to patients and their families. This includes clinical assessment, treatment planning, psychosocial counseling, education, advocacy, service navigation, and/or case management services counselling, consultation, education and advocacy. The incumbent is involved in the identification of concerns within various acute care settings and works collaboratively with all staff to implement appropriate interventions to meet the psychosocial needs of the patient.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Experience

• One (1) year previous experience as a social worker in a health care setting.
• Previous experience working within a multi-disciplinary team.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Bachelor of Social Worker (BSW) from a Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE) accredited school/faculty, or a provincially authorized post-secondary program.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current registration with the Manitoba College of Social Workers.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge and familiarity with an evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement environment.
• Knowledge of pertinent health and social welfare systems including community resources, supports and services used by health care clients.
• Knowledge of policies, legislation, programs and issues related to area of practice.
• Demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to assist patients and their representative(s) or designate(s) in respecting and resolving concerns associated with the care provided.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment and across service sectors.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel amongst acute care facilities.