At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide support and guidance to patients and families for optimal recovery and quality of life.
- Company: Join a leading hospital dedicated to excellence in care and community support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time benefits, pension plan, and educational opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a beautiful location with access to nature and a focus on employee well-being.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Master of Social Work and experience in a hospital setting preferred.
The predicted salary is between 57.91 - 57.91 $ per hour.
Reporting to the designated manager, the Social Worker provides psychosocial assessment, counselling/psychotherapy, case management, patient/family education, supportive counselling, discharge planning, service coordination and consultation according to organizational and best practice standards in order to assist patients to achieve optimum recovery and quality of life. This includes maximizing the benefit patients and families receive from their medical treatments and transitioning to timely and risk-reduced discharges.
The Social Worker provides leadership in high risk social situations, program development, advocacy, and developing and maintaining strong community linkages. The Social Worker aligns his/her work with the operational priorities related to access to care and transitions and is accountable for maintaining the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Required Qualifications And Experience
- Master of Social Work (MSW) from a recognized educational institution
- Current unrestricted registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- Two years of experience in providing Social Work service in a hospital setting with the relevant population, preferred
- Experience with electronic patient record systems, preferred
Role Responsibilities
- Performs client assessment utilizing population-specific and evidence-based assessment strategies
- Provides crisis intervention as necessary
- Uses evidence-based treatment strategies and engages and supports clients and their families in establishing and achieving person-centered treatment goals, including promotion of self-management skills
- Uses a strength-based approach to support clients in achieving optimal health/functioning/recovery
- Advocates for, and arranges family/community support team conferences as necessary, in consultation with the patient/client
- Evaluates outcomes of Social Work treatment plan on an ongoing basis and modifies as appropriate, completing follow-up as needed
- Provides psycho-education and support around the client/patient illness/functional outcomes and the family’s role in the therapeutic process
- Facilitates community referrals to support efficient and effective discharge planning and/or transition as necessary
- Provides leadership in care navigation and discharge planning by collaborating with the client/patient/family
- Takes a primary role in managing patient/client/family/provider expectations about discharge and communicating discharge logistics
- Facilitates access to care and transitions by actively supporting predictive discharge planning, where applicable
- Acts as liaison and assists clients and staff with coordination of Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) and other community resources/services
- Builds and maintains linkages with appropriate community agencies to facilitate effective collaboration related to access to care and transitions
Why Work At Providence Care Hospital
- Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
- A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
- Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
- Competitive salaries with excellent full-time benefits
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- State of the Art Building with on-site parking
- On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
- Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
- Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
- Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
- Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails
Disclosure
We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process. Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.
Social Worker in Kingston employer: Providence Care
At Providence Care, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values ethical practices in healthcare. Located in a vibrant community, our team enjoys the unique advantage of contributing to meaningful healthcare initiatives while working alongside dedicated professionals who share a passion for improving patient outcomes.
