Intake Social Worker

3 days ago

Nanaimo, Canada Island Health Full time

**Job Description**:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the supervision of the Program Manager or designate, the Intake Social Worker provides intake support by screening and accepting referrals for a variety of Child and Youth Mental Health & Substance Use (CYMHSU) Programs. Working within the context of a patient/family-directed approach, the vision/values of the program, Island Health, and in accordance with established Standards of Practice, including a Trauma Informed Model of Care, the Intake Social Worker also provides case management services for clients and their families referred to CYMHSU programs, and works collaboratively with the inpatient multi-disciplinary team to assess care needs and facilitate discharge planning.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:
Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited school of Social Work. Registered with the BC College of Social Workers. Minimum of two (2) years' experience with pediatric mental health programs and services. Must possess a strong understanding of relevant community resources and services.

**Skills And Abilities**:

- Comprehensive knowledge of local and regional resources for children and youth who have mental health concerns.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, families, professional colleagues and other service providers.
- Ability to use professional judgment, empathy, tact, and integrity.
- Ability to make appropriate assessments in situations where the client and family are under stress.
- Ability to take and record social histories and provide short-term counseling to families awaiting admission.
- Ability to counsel in crisis situations.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Able to work effectively as an active member of a multidisciplinary team.

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