Informations principales

Travel Social Worker – Yukon Hospital Assignment

Poste: Non spécifié

Début: Dès que possible

End: Non spécifié

Lieu: Ontario Centre (Queensville), Canada

Type de collaboration: Projet seulement

Taux horaire: Non spécifié

Dernière mise à jour: 23 sept. 2024

Description et exigences de la tâche

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced social worker with a background in hospital settings to join our team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive case management, advocacy, and support services to patients and their families within the hospital environment. Your responsibilities will include direct patient care planning, service coordination, and collaboration with medical and support staff. You will also oversee program development, assist in securing funding, and engage with stakeholders to enhance hospital services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct intake assessments and evaluate patient needs upon admission and throughout their hospital stay.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans with specific short- and long-term goals, monitoring and adjusting these plans based on patient progress and needs.
  • Collaborate closely with medical staff (physicians, nurses, specialists), family members, caregivers, other social workers, and external agencies to address and resolve patient care issues.
  • Manage patient cases, including advocacy, coaching, risk assessments, crisis intervention, and referrals to necessary hospital services and external resources (e.g., financial aid, rehabilitation services, community support programs).
  • Facilitate communication among patients, families, healthcare providers, social workers, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure coordinated and effective care.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, case notes, and other documentation in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Utilize clinical assessment tools and frameworks to create and review care plans tailored to patient needs and hospital objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW) is required.
  • Minimum of three years of experience in case management, care coordination, or a related healthcare support role, preferably in a hospital setting.
  • In-depth understanding of patient care needs, including age-specific health issues and hospital services.
  • Experience working with patients facing mental and/or physical health challenges.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise between patients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Demonstrated skills in case management, patient advocacy, and referral coordination.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Fluency in a second language is highly desirable.
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle may be required depending on the role.
  • Accommodations will be provided as needed.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 weeks

Pay: $60.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required
Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed
Application question(s):

  • This position involves a travel assignment to Yukon. Are you prepared to commit to the travel requirements and relocate for the duration of the role?
  • Please describe your experience with case management and care coordination in a hospital environment.
  • Do you have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW)?
Experience:

  • Hospital: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person 

Catégorie

Health