Forensic Social Work Assistant, Social Services

7 hours ago


Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Forensic Social Work Assistant to join our team at BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services in Port Coquitlam, BC.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide administrative support to the social work department, including gathering charts, requesting and receiving information from social work programs and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Liaise with staff to provide program-related information and represent the assigned program at various meetings.
  • Schedule and book clinical appointments, prepare and maintain records, reports, and charts according to established procedures.
  • Prepare and mail packages containing consent forms and questionnaires, monitor return of documents, and send reminders as required.
  • Collect and enter data into computerized systems, gather and retrieve information from databases, and print related reports.
  • Set up and maintain patient and administrative filing systems, ensuring confidentiality and adhering to policies and procedures.
  • Upload patient paperwork into the database, monitor and request missing documents from clinical staff.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned, including answering phone calls, faxes, emails, and general inquiries from hospital and community.
Requirements
  • Completion of a recognized Social Service Worker or Social Service Diploma Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • General knowledge of social work, mental health, and substance services.
  • Ability to relate well with others and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize workload and adjust to new or unexpected events.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada.
What We Offer
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan and psychological health & safety programs.
  • Access to professional development opportunities, including in-house training programs and +2,000 courses.
  • Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people.
  • Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts.

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.



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