Social Worker, MSW - Outpatient Mental Health (Early Intervention)

Humber River Health • Toronto, ON

8d • CA$45 - CA$58 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Social Worker to work within our Outpatient, Early Intervention in the Psychosis Program. This program serves individuals aged 14-35 years who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis. Our program provides care for up to three years, focuses on acute stabilization of symptoms, patient/family education and support and connection to appropriate community resources to facilitate safe discharge to the community. 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!

Requirements

• Master of Social Worker (MSW) obtained from an accredited School of Social Work.
• Current membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
• Two (2) years’ experience in mental health and/or addiction facility or setting required
• Demonstrated skills in working with a broad range of patient groups and their families.
• Demonstrated skills in individual and group counselling.
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast paced/changing environment
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to respond rapidly and decisively to crisis situations
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast paced/changing environment.
• Excellent decision making skills.
• Excellent knowledge of community resources.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize a consistent and varied workload.
• Demonstrates cross cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Good word processing skills, including MS Office.
• Excellent attendance and a discipline free record is required

Nice To Haves

• Certification in the prevention and management of aggressive behaviour is an asset.
• Knowledge of and experience in CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing preferred
• Knowledge of assessment and treatment for problem substance use, addiction and concurrent disorders is an asset.
• Knowledge/experience in Trauma Informed Care preferred
• 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

• Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team in the Outpatient program to complete screening and a detailed mental health assessment (including risk assessment) for all referred patients.
• Completes a psycho-social assessment and provides counselling with individuals, families and groups using a holistic approach and a variety of therapeutic modalities (e.g. educational, supportive, CBT/ DBT skills, solution-focused) to promote an optimum level of functioning.
• Develops and coordinates the discharge plan in conjunction with the treatment team including connection/referral to appropriate internal and/or community resources.
• Aligns work to the Early Psychosis Intervention Program Standards (Ministry of Health and Long Term Care: March, 2011)
• Completes patient documentation, workload measurements and data requirements in accordance with Hospital, Ministry of Health and departmental standards.
• Acts as resource of discipline-specific expertise to other members of the team.
• Works in a manner to ensure safety to oneself, patients, colleagues and the work environment.
• Participates in reflective practice as per identified College standards
• Other related duties as required

Benefits

• We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement.
• We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration.
• We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.
• Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities.
• Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level