BSW Psychiatric Social Worker — Interdisciplinary Care & Impact

Fraser Health; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization in British Columbia seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessments and therapeutic counseling in a psychiatric setting. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, be registered with the BC College of Social Workers, and possess one year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. This role emphasizes effective communication and conflict resolution skills while fostering a supportive environment for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree of Social Work from an accredited school.
• One year of recent, related experience.
• Valid BC Driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychosocial assessments of clients.
• Provides ongoing monitoring and evaluates client response.
• Accompanies patients to pre-placement visits.
• Documents clinical interventions and maintains records.
• Provides supportive counseling to clients.

Skills

Social and psychosocial assessments

Counseling skills

Knowledge of legislation in social work

Leadership in care planning

Effective communication

Conflict resolution

Collaboration in interdisciplinary teams

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree of Social Work

Current full registration with BC College of Social Workers

Job description

A health care organization in British Columbia seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessments and therapeutic counseling in a psychiatric setting. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, be registered with the BC College of Social Workers, and possess one year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. This role emphasizes effective communication and conflict resolution skills while fostering a supportive environment for clients.