Social Worker - Casual - Markham Stouffville Hospital

Oak Valley Health•Markham, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing social work services to patients and their families within the acute care setting at Markham Stouffville Hospital, excluding in-patient mental health. The position emphasizes psychosocial support, interdisciplinary problem-solving, and connecting patients and families with necessary resources. The role requires managing a diverse caseload in a fast-paced environment, responding to crises, and demonstrating leadership, integrity, and accountability. Experience in short-term supportive counseling for patients and families facing difficult decisions and end-of-life concerns is considered a valuable asset.

Requirements

Master of Social Work
Registration with the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Services Workers
Recent related previous social work experience in a hospital environment
Understanding of loss/adjustment and the grief process
Demonstrated strengths in interpersonal relations, problem-solving, and conflict resolution
Demonstrated excellent communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to professional development
Experience in working with electronic documentation, preferably, Meditech
Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
Commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Nice To Haves

Experience in short-term supportive counseling with patients and families dealing with difficult decisions and end of life concerns
Weekend availability
Ability to prioritize a very diverse caseload of patients and respond to crisis situations as they arise
Exceptional leadership skills
High level of professional integrity and accountability
Key role in system development
Strong level of understanding of care across the continuum

Responsibilities

Completing psychosocial assessments
Providing short-term, goal-oriented support and counseling for patients and families dealing with grief, chronic life-altering issues, and end-of-life concerns
Collaborating with the health care team, patient, and family to develop patient care plans
Providing cross-coverage for other Social Workers within the hospital
Consulting with community health care professionals
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of community resources
Attending and responding to gaps in service delivery
Participating in committees and task forces as appropriate