SOCIAL WORKER, TEAM LEAD, PRIMARY CARE

Are you a registered Social Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Primary Care department.In accordance with Northern Health’s vision of an idealized system of services built on a foundation of Primary Care, people and their families will receive primary care services in Primary Care Homes supported by Interprofessional Teams. The Primary Care Team Leader practices under the direction of the Community Services Manager or Health Services Administrator and collaborates with Physicians and/or Nurse Practitioners to provide guidance and supervision to the assigned Primary Care Teams.The Primary Care Team Leader functions as a member of the Interprofessional Team and applies best practice to provide competent, safe, and ethical care for people and their families in settings such as physician practices, homes, schools, and communities. The Primary Care Team Leader takes a collaborative and team-based approach in program delivery and problem solving to achieve healthcare excellence. Such an approach involves nurturing a team environment of continuous learning, effective communication, trust, team building and staff acknowledgement.Staff to be supervised includes both clinical and administrative staff and assigned regional care providers in various fields such as Public Health, Mental Health and Addictions, Nutrition, Pharmacy and Social Work. The Primary Care Team Leader collaborates with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, community agencies, and other local Primary Care Home Team Leaders.The Primary Care Team Leader will support people and their families to achieve and maintain optimal health by performing the duties and responsibilities listed below.Primary Care Networks are partnerships between the Divisions of Family Practice representing BC’s family physicians, the regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and local community partners, along with other community providers such as nurse practitioners. All partners are working together in their local communities and collectively to redesign B.C.’s primary and community care system so that it works better for patients and health‑care providers. Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days, 08:30 to 16:30 Fort St. James is Located on the southeast shore of Stuart Lake is the district of Fort St. James. The town has been restored as a national historic site and has a total population of approximately 4,500. The main industries in Fort St. James are forestry, mining, and tourism. The town is also a scenic gateway to a 300 km network of lakes and rivers. Fort St. James is well serviced, has affordable housing and is close to big city amenities. There are two elementary schools and one secondary school. Check out Fort St. James for more information on this unique rural community. What Northern Health has to offer you Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits. Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions Employee referral program Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions. Important Note As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation: Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession) Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples May Include Program certificates or diplomas High school/college/university transcripts etc. It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume Are you an International Applicant? Before Applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page #J-18808-Ljbffr