Hospital Social Worker - Nursing Administration - Regular Part-Time

required:

• Knowledge of social work theory, principles and techniques including the areas of mental health and addictions;
• Knowledge and understanding of the disease process at all ages through case management and consultation;
• Knowledge and ability to access policies and procedures regarding programs, benefits and resources for clients, families and communities;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in case management and link clients/significant others to appropriate resources;
• Demonstrated ability and skill to work with professionals on an inter-disciplinary team;
• Demonstrated ability and skill to work with clients, families and communities with diverse backgrounds and circumstances in a manner that follows the Canadian Association of Social Workers’ Code of Ethics and promotes understanding and social acceptance as demonstrated through case record reviews, supervision or consultation;
• Demonstrated ability in networking, coalition building, community organization and advocacy for clients and communities where access to services is lacking as documented in recordings and case management;
• Demonstrated ability in applying a variety of counselling skills including but not limited to family therapy, behavioural techniques, reality therapy, cognitive therapy, couple counselling and psychotherapy;
• Excellent oral, written and verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrated computer literacy;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Ability to work independently;
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload.