Social Worker- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree

Island Health

  • Courtenay, BC Comox, BC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 11 days ago
Close DateLocationComox Valley Hospital - Courtenay, BC V9N 0B9 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End Time08:30-16:30Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeCasualSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$42.27 - $52.81Paid FTENAWorked BI-WEEKLY HOURSNAPlanned Start DateJun. 3 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)Required for Professional RegistrationJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator, performs professional social work of moderate complexity. Assists patients and their families with practical problems and personal concerns and consults with hospital staff and community agencies regarding the psychosocial aspects of the patients' situation.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceBachelor of Social Work degree (B.S.W.) from an accredited school of Social Work, however a Master's degree (M.S.W.) is preferred. Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers. Related social work experience, preferably in a medical setting, and demonstrated clinical competence.Skills And Abilities
  • Ability to use and exercise judgment as required.
  • Ability to work independently with consultation and guidance available.
  • Knowledge of community resources.
  • Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills.
  • Ability to establish priorities and organize workload accordingly.
  • Commitment to continued professional growth.
Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsAdditional ClausesVaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.Requisition CAHealth Science ProfessionalsAffiliation/UnionHSA

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