Social Worker I (MSW), Oak Tree Clinic - BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Social Worker I (MSW), Oak Tree ClinicBC Women’s Hospital & Health CentreVancouver, BCWhat you’ll do Conduct comprehensive psycho-social and family assessments by methods such as interviewing the patient and family, obtaining relevant information, gathering social data regarding the patient and family and formulation of assessment and plan of intervention, in accordance with professional practice standards and clinical policies.Support patient and their family by understanding the nature and treatment of the presenting issues by providing education, short-term counseling and crisis intervention to families and other relevant caregivers.Provide comprehensive clinical counseling with women, children and their families by focusing on their social, emotional and cultural needs, including adjustment to diagnosis and treatment decisions, loss of functioning and dealing with emotional and family crises in the context of evidence based care.Support women and their families by organizing and facilitating pscho-educational, counseling and bereavement groups for partners and their families.Facilitate in complex discharge planning with the team, patient, family and community agencies by coordinating regular meetings to ensure psycho-social follow-up.Establish and maintain effective collaborative and constructive liaison relationships with a variety of individuals and groups, including patients and families, community providers, MCFD social workers, schools, hospitals and other agencies, in order to coordinate services across the continuum of health care.Participate in program planning and development as part of an inter-professional team within BC Women’s Hospital and Health Centre and the continuum of health care. Identify, promote and participate in program planning strategies to enhance system processes and resources for patients and their families.Promote women centered and family centered care by participating in relevant committee work within the Social Work discipline, specialized program, hospital-setting, and/or continuum of health care.Collaborate with team members in many forums, both informal and formal, in case consultations by attending team meetings, rounds, and psycho-social forums relevant to women centered and family centered care.Provide consultation to team members and relevant community services regarding child protection concerns by being knowledgeable of risk indicators and helping the identification of risk situations in keeping with the Child, Family, and Community Services Act and provides consultation from a psycho-social perspective.What you bringQualificationsMaster’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work.Minimum 1 year recent related experience with patient and their family with a health condition relevant to the service/program area within BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre including clinical skills in crisis intervention, assessment, short-term counseling, individual, group and family counseling; must have experience in mental health, child protection, women’s issues, intimate partner violence, harm reduction model and grief and loss in a health care or hospital setting; or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.You will also haveComprehensive knowledge of Social Work theory and practice.Demonstrated ability to conduct and document a comprehensive psychosocial assessment.Demonstrated ability to provide individual, family and group counseling.Knowledge of the psychosocial needs of women and families with health and/or mental health conditions.Knowledge of and experience with women centered care.Knowledge of child protection issues and relevant legislation concerning children, consents and FOIPPA.Knowledge of formalized agreements between C&W and MCFD relevant to child protection protocols and other formal agreements with community agencies.Knowledge of C&W guidelines such as, Children and Youth at Risk for Abuse and Neglect and Child and Family Community Services Act.Knowledgeable of adoption legislation and related clinical guidelines.Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).What we bringEvery PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9 Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 0830 - 1630 Requisition # 162380EAs per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.What we do (BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).The Provincial Health Services Authority () plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: PHSA and BCW are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.