Cymhsu Social Work Clinical Lead

1 week ago


Victoria, Canada Island Health Full time

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

Reporting to the Program Manager or designate, participates in developing, implementing and evaluating programs/services in accordance with the Vision and Mission statements of Island Health and Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU). Utilizing knowledge and clinical expertise in the assigned clinical area, functions as a clinical resource, providing consultation and in-service to nurses, clinical staff, physicians, other program teams, community nurses, and other health care team staff regarding the care and treatment of patients/clients/residents within the specialty area. Supervises staff and assigns work as required. Responsible for patient assessment and the teaching, in group and individual settings of staff with a variety of health education needs. Travels to other sites throughout Island Health and other health care provider sites as required. Provides direct patient/client/resident care, teaching and problem solving.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:
Master's Degree in Social Work from an approved post-secondary institution. Current practicing registration with the BC College of Social Work. Three years' recent related experience in area including Leadership and/or supervision; recognized post basic education related to mental illness, addictions and concurrent disorders; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

Valid British Columbia Driver's license.

**Skills And Abilities**:

- Demonstrated knowledge of the current theories, technologies, legislation and practices in the specialty area.
- Demonstrated knowledge of child/adult education principles.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to plan, organize and evaluate patient/client/resident care.
- Ability to assess learning needs of people throughout the life cycle.
- Ability to teach using child/adult education principles.
- Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including co-workers, physicians, community agencies, representatives, patients/clients/residents and families.

**Job Requirements**:



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