Social Worker - Part-time 0.5

VON Canada (Ontario)•Kenora, ON

4d•CA$34 - CA$37•Hybrid

About The Position

A Social Worker is responsible for client assessments, provides short-term counseling, education, and advocacy in partnership with VON clinical staff. This is a permanent, part-time (0.5 FTE) position with 37.5 hours bi-weekly. The work schedule includes days, evenings, and weekends. The role requires willingness to travel into West District Thunder Bay and Kenora District.

Requirements

Bachelors of Social Work is required.
Registration with the Provincial College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is mandatory.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience with palliative care and mental health.
Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required.
A vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR Certification will be an asset.
Experience working in a clinical environment an asset.
Experience with a range of therapeutic/intervention models.
Extensive knowledge of community resources, health care and social service systems.
Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas.

Responsibilities

Provides individual and group counseling, health education, case management, community rehabilitation and development for clients.
Conducts comprehensive client assessments (includes discipline specific assessments and multidisciplinary assessment instruments, patient self-assessments, family assessments).
In collaboration with the client and other stakeholders, develops individualized client treatment/recovery plans.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of community resources and services and facilitates referrals as appropriate.
Assumes responsibility for the plan of care and support of assigned clients within the context of primary worker and the larger team.
Advocates for clients and promotes self-advocacy and client self-determination as appropriate.
Maintains client, team and organizational confidentiality.
Participates in staff, team and committee meetings or task groups for program planning, development and evaluation.
Promotes the goals and values of VON and their role as an integrated community care provider.
Promotes a safe and healthy workplace ensuring workplace conduct and activities are in accordance with the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and compliant with the VON Safety Management System, including all Policies, Safe Work Practices and Procedures.
Abides by all VON policies and work practices.
Abides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations and practices and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place within their role.
Works in collaboration with other staff in a team approach to service delivery.