Social Worker 2 Addiction Services Specialist

4 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Providence Health Care Full time
Job Title: Social Worker 2 Addiction Services

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker 2 Addiction Services to join our team at Providence Health Care. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide advanced therapeutic clinical counseling services to clients, families, and groups in designated program areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provides advanced therapeutic clinical counseling services to clients, families, and groups in designated program areas.
  • Delivers and coordinates therapeutic groups for specific client populations.
  • Conducts comprehensive social work psychosocial assessments in designated program areas.
  • Assesses client needs and available services and develops care options with client input.
  • Facilitates clients' utilization of appropriate community services and rehabilitative programs.
  • Formulates and implements care and treatment plans through collaboration with members of the interprofessional team.
  • Maintains client records through electronic methods.
  • Provides referrals to appropriate community treatment agencies and services.
  • Utilizes available community resources to develop supportive and rehabilitative programs for clients and their families.
  • Provides clinical consultation services to PHC social workers and interdisciplinary care providers.
  • Initiates the development and evaluation of drug and alcohol programs within PHC.
  • Develops and coordinates clinical teaching and fieldwork experience for Social Work students.
  • Provides post-academic training to academic institutions as a guest lecturer or in sessional teaching opportunities.
  • Engages in practice evaluation, identifies opportunities for change, assesses available resources, initiates solutions, and analyzes outcomes.
  • Develops, coordinates, and delivers education sessions, presentations to clients, families, and staff in collaborations with other members of the interprofessional team.

Requirements:

  • Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited university.
  • Post-graduate continuing education in model(s) of therapeutic intervention in addictions and mental health.
  • Three (3) years' recent related experience working in the areas of addiction, mental health, HIV/AIDS, and complex pain or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of drug and alcohol addiction issues and related evidence-based best treatment practices.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses and professional practice guidelines for the treatment of various disorders, including complex concurrent disorders.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with clients, families, interprofessional teams, community agency partners, and academic/research institutions.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the social determinants of health.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments that include mental health and addictions standardized frameworks and tools.
  • Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate practice interventions based on psychosocial assessments.
  • Ability to make appropriate and effective referrals that reflect in-depth knowledge of community resources and strong collaborative skills in working with other community partners.
  • Knowledge of the scope of practice of other health care disciplines and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within an inter-professional team.
  • Ability to work effectively within a culturally diverse environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload in a complex and demanding environment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of regulations, policies, procedures, and other statutory duties related to relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act, Adult Guardianship Act, and the Freedom of Information Act.
  • Ability to educate and provide consultation to clients, families, and healthcare professionals that includes the development, coordination, and delivery of in-services, presentations, and psycho-educational and support groups.
  • Proficiency in the use of personal computers, including related word processing and database management software applications.

What We Offer:

Providence Health Care offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about providing high-quality care to clients and families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information].

Accommodation:

Providence Health Care is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, Black, or People of Color, as well as individuals with disabilities. We will provide accommodations throughout the hiring process to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for all candidates. If you require accommodations, please notify us in advance of the interview date.

Vaccination Policy:

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Providence Health Care must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.



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