This is a Temporary Part Time 0.4 FTE position expected to be 9 months in length, working on the persistent concussion team as part of the Brain Injury Rehab Team.
Conducts strengths-based Social Work assessment and consultation for families of diverse backgrounds whose children may have a variety of medical diagnoses
Assesses individual family dynamics and function, including strengths, areas of need and high risk situations
In collaboration with the interdisciplinary teams, consults with families to enhance parents’ coping abilities and advocacy skills, educate families about resource options, provide supportive counseling during crisis situations
Identifies need for social work intervention through case screening and case finding methods
Supports and respects the client/family’s rights to make decisions based on their own values, beliefs and experiences
Initiates, implements, co-ordinates community referrals appropriate to client and family needs
Advocates for client and family needs for service within Holland Bloorview and the community
Manages the transition of medically complex clients into their home and community
Bases practice on established Holland Bloorview policies, procedures, evidence and best practice
Documents accurate workload statistics
Attends and participates in program and professional staff meetings
Adheres to Holland Bloorview’s Documentation Policy
Communicates in a timely and effective manner
Contributes to the development of program/service activities
Ensures the maintenance of the OCSWSSW Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Social Workers
Identifies learning needs and establishes annual goals
Remains current with professional literature and best practice guidelines
Shares new knowledge and best practices with colleagues, staff, students and the community
Participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment and advances a culture of client/patient safety through work and daily practices
Qualifications
MSW Degree from an accredited University, Faculty of Social Work
Current member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Current member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers preferred
Previous job related experience working with children and families required
Previous job related experience working with children and youth
A minimum of one (1) year experience as a Social Worker is required
A minimum of one (1) year experience working with children who have had an acquired brain injury or concussion is an asset
Paediatric Social Work or health care experience preferred
Experience working in an interdisciplinary setting preferred
Works effectively as a member of the interdisciplinary team
Demonstrates ability to manage and respond to crisis calmly and effectively
Demonstrates ability to organize time and meet deadlines
Demonstrates initiative and self direction