Social Worker- Ross Tilley Burns Centre- Regular Full-time
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary of Duties
The Ross Tilley Burn Centre (RTBC) social worker provides a full range of social work services to patients and their families admitted to RTBC or seen in the outpatient burn clinic. This includes but is not restricted to psycho-social assessments counselling support to patients and families discharge planning trauma informed crisis intervention linkage to community resources team consultation.
The social worker is also expected to participate in team and program meetings including daily bedside rounds and the Burn Steering Committee. The social worker also collaborates and maintains ongoing communication with St. Johns Rehab to ensure continuity of patient care.
Qualifications/Skills
Masters of Social Work Degree Required
Member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers in Good Standing
Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a Hospital setting.
Experience in Trauma with a focus on counselling techniques specific to this population such as psychotherapy modalities crisis intervention and/or strategies to support coping with disfigurement loss of function or bereavement.
Ability to apply trauma informed approaches through an understanding of neurobiological effects of trauma and the social factors that have experienced violence self-harm or neglect.
Exceptional communication skills required
Knowledge of the HCCA and SDM act
In-depth understanding of the Sunnybrook Policies that impact transitional planning
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated skills in Interprofessional Collaborative Practice & Education
Ability to balance collaborative practice with self-direction
Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to student education
Experience and commitment to quality improvement initiatives
Demonstrated knowledge of organizational priorities and social work scope of practice priorities
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
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