Social Worker - Women’s & Children Healthcare Services - Casual

William Osler Health System • Etobicoke, ON

3d • CA$46 - CA$59 • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the Women's and Children's Program, the Social Worker will provide a range of social work services based on family-centred care. This care includes perinatal loss; child protection concerns for the newborn, neonate and paediatric patient; crisis intervention counseling for parents and/or the obstetrical patient, and support to families facing birth anomalies and acute and/or chronic illness. This position reports to the Manager, Women’s and Children's Program, with professional accountability to the Professional Leader for Social Work.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work from an accredited school of social work
• Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Minimum two years experience in a hospital setting preferred
• Knowledge of the Child Health Network and regionalization
• Experience with perinatal loss, neonates and child welfare and crisis intervention essential
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including Child Welfare Act and Child and Family Services Act
• Strong counseling skills in individual, family and group mediums
• Demonstrated interest in continuing education, working with community partners and participating in project development
• Ability to provide peer coverage within the program as required
• Demonstrated regular work attendance and excellent performance
• Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork abilities
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• May be required to work and travel between all Osler sites
• Must demonstrate Osler's Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration

Responsibilities

• Advocate on behalf of the patient and liaise with the multi-disciplinary team and community agencies to access services and provide continued health care as identified
• Attend team meetings, consult with your professional peers and represent Osler as required
• Work closely with the other program social workers to cover the needs of all clients in the Women’s and Children's Program
• As an integral part of the corporate Social Work team, participate in yearly strategic planning initiatives and corporate professional development

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level