Social Worker Maternal & Child Program (WEEKEND COVERAGE)

Humber River Health•Toronto, ON

41d•$45 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare. Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy. At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care! We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our Maternal & Child team.

Requirements

Masters Degree in Social Work obtained from an accredited University Program or equivalent required.
Current membership with OASW and OCSWSSW, or eligibility to become a member required.
Previous recent experience with Obstetrical and with Paediatric patients, Child Protection Services and Perinatal Loss Issues required.
Good organizational skills with an ability to set priorities in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills (oral and written) required in order to facilitate effective communication with patients, peers and other healthcare team members and volunteers.
Excellent decision making and advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize a consistent and varied workload.
Ability to teach and direct staff.
Ability to compile statistical reports in order to develop and improve policies and program.
Demonstrated knowledge of the needs of a diverse community.
Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak a second language an asset.
An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

Provide psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention and liaising with community resources in area of Maternal & Child Care.
Demonstrates a Patient & Family Centred Care approach to care.
Assist client in Community Resource Planning.
Assist with discharge planning.
Interviewing and counseling patients and facilitate family meetings.
Resource to other team members in managing the psychosocial care of the patients.
Acts as patient and family advocate.
Committee involvement and assist in policy development.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and orientation to new staff about child welfare and support for perinatal loss.