Social Worker BSW-TPt.6 Adult Psychiatry

Ref# 25OPP152 1 ‑ Temporary Part Time (.6) ‑ Social Worker BSW Social Work ‑ Adult Psychiatry It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event you are successful. Why Join Us? · Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment. ·Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent. ·Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute. Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values. Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario. Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time. Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability About the role: The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC) is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy. The Social Worker, Adult Mental Health Program has a direct reporting relationship to the Manager, Adult Mental Health Program, with a matrix reporting relationship for social work practice to the Director, Health Professions and Collaborative Practice. As part of an interprofessional team, the Social Worker will provide social work services to the inpatient program. The Social Worker will be a team player with a proven ability to work in a fast paced, high volume setting, as well as a capacity to adapt to a multitude of competing demands and shifting priorities. The Social Worker will participate in outcome measurement and continuous quality improvement initiatives. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Education/Experience: * Bachelor Social Work (BSW) * Unencumbered registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers * Demonstrated knowledge of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as set out by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers * Understanding of relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act, PHIPA and other legislation as appropriate * Experience with supporting and advocating for adults/families with mental illness and addictions issues * Experience providing intake interviews and assessments * Experience in providing brief counselling * Experience consulting and collaborating with members of an interprofessional team * Sound knowledge of acute psychiatry and crisis intervention * Understanding of the treatment options for mood/anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, psychosis and addictions * Familiarity with cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy and dialectical behavioural therapy * Familiarity with Indigenous Peoples' traditional healing practices * Excellent working knowledge of mental health community resources e.g. housing, addiction services, etc. * Understanding of the role of primary care within the continuum of health care * Understanding of chronic disease self management and psychosocial rehabilitation Skills/Abilities: * Triage, intake and assessment skills * ASIST (applied suicide intervention skill training) preferred * Non Violent Crisis Intervention certification preferred * Problem solving and decision making skills * Exceptional collaboration and relationship building skills * Social service and health care system navigation skills * Strong oral and written communication skills * Strong computer skills required as working in an electronic medical record environment * Knowledge of social work values and ethics, theory and established practices of clinical social work * Understanding of mental illness and addiction (symptoms, presentation and treatment) * Knowledge of psychotherapy and psychiatry terminology Assets: * Minimum 3 years experience in a mental health care environment preferred * Experience with email, electronic calendars and electronic documentation preferred Salary Range: $39.160 to 50.770 The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply. If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.