Social worker II – continuing care
Alberta Health Services’ Home Living Program based in St. Albert, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Social worker II. Alberta Health Services’ Home Living Program helps individuals live independently by providing personalized medical and personal care services like nursing, palliative care, and daily living support. It caters to clients of all ages through tailored care plans developed by case managers and healthcare teams. It integrates community resources and professional care to meet diverse health needs efficiently. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Alberta Health Services
Program: Home Living
Position: Social worker II – continuing care
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $38.56 – $51.27 hourly
Employment Type: Temporary
Classification: Social Worker II
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
FTE: 0.90
Job Category: Social Work
Location: St. Albert, AB
Primary Location: Sturgeon Hlth Srvcs Ctr
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 12
Shifts per cycle: 54
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings and Weekends
Job ID: ALB00465816
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should have completed a bachelor’s degree in Social Work
Experience: Candidates should have experience in a Continuing Care setting
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to work independently in diverse client settings, such as congregate settings, single-family dwellings, condos, and walk-up apartments, and adapt to varying environments and weather conditions
- The candidates should be physically capable of lifting and carrying medical bags weighing approximately 25-30 lbs
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW)
- The candidates should hold Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification
- The candidates should demonstrate proven communication skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare team members, patients, and their families in a fast-paced environment
- The candidates should exhibit strong professional judgment, initiative, and effective time management skills
- The candidates should demonstrate computer proficiency, including sufficient typing speed and familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Visio, Outlook, and Internet, which will be assessed during the interview
- The candidates should have knowledge of Meditech and Connect Care systems and prior experience in Palliative Care
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive social work services to patients and their families
- The candidates should be able to conduct psychosocial assessments to understand the needs and circumstances of patients and their families
- The candidates should be able to implement resource-based interventions, connecting patients to appropriate community or organizational supports
- The candidates should be able to deliver individual, group, and family treatment to address various psychosocial challenges
- The candidates should be able to perform risk screening to identify and manage potential safety concerns for patients and families
- The candidates should be able to provide counselling services tailored to diverse client needs and situations
- The candidates should be able to coordinate case management activities, ensuring seamless care and resource access for patients
- The candidates should be able to develop and oversee transition or discharge plans that support patients in moving forward effectively
- The candidates should be able to participate in prevention, promotion, and public awareness initiatives to enhance community understanding of available social work services
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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