Social Worker - Eating Disorders Program

Halton Healthcare•Oakville, ON

1d•CA$47 - CA$61•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, transitional aged youth, and their families, living with an eating disorder. As part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, the successful candidate will provide model adherent treatment including Family Based Treatment, CBT-E and CBT-AR, as well as co-lead family education and parent groups.

Requirements

Current registration and membership in good standing with their designated college (RN, OT, MSW).
Considerable experience in family assessment/treatment within the context of a multi-function mental health psychiatric setting.
Skills and competencies to quickly establish supportive, trusting relationships with patients.
Thorough knowledge of eating disorders and best practices in the treatment of eating disorders.
Knowledge of community and professional resources in eating disorders.
Experience working with individuals with a mental health diagnosis such as Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, OCD, ADHD.
Experience in facilitating groups.
Must be flexible and have the ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent problem solving and conflict/crisis resolution skills.
Satisfactory employment and attendance record.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge, understanding and training in EFFT and DBT is an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, transitional aged youth, and their families, living with an eating disorder.
Provide model adherent treatment including Family Based Treatment, CBT-E and CBT-AR.
Co-lead family education and parent groups.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and reports.
Other duties as assigned.