Social Worker

Employer
North East Local Health Integration Network
Location
Kapuskasing
Ref
010-18-1559378
Starts
Closes
Job Category
Social Work
Job Type
Permanent, Part-time

JOB POSTING #010-18

POSTING DATE: January 29, 2018

JOB TITLE: Social Worker – Part-Time (42 hours bi-weekly)

INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: In-Home (TI IH SW-002)

BARGAINING AGENT: OPSEU

LOCATION: Kapuskasing Office

EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately


POSITION SUMMARY:

The Social Worker is responsible for the provision of social work services to NE LHIN patients, in order to achieve optimum psycho-social functioning, prevent unnecessary deterioration, and promote patient independence.

We can offer you an exciting career in health care that includes flexible work schedules, preferred working hours, paid emergency leave days when you need to care for family, access to mentors and professional development opportunities.   Our staff appreciate autonomy and control of their workdays so they can achieve a good work-life balance.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW);

  • Relevant social work experience in a community/health care environment;

  • Comprehensive knowledge of social work interventions, practice methods, and professional skills;

  • Knowledge of other community resources, funding agencies, treatment centers, social service networks, and organizations;

  • Good understanding of the roles of other health care professionals;

  • Up-to-date knowledge of social work theories, practices, and procedures;

  • Ability to prioritize professional duties and manage caseload in a time efficient manner;

  • Strong interpersonal skills;

  • Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills;

  • Strong mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to respond or assist in emergency situations;

  • Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook);

  • Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle;

  • Oral and written proficiency in English and French is essential.

 

The NE LHIN is an equal opportunity employer.  Personal information submitted will be used only for the purpose of determining suitability for this vacancy.  All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position.  Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to: nelhinemployment@lhins.on.ca

 

Please refer to posting number 010-18 when applying.