Social Worker (2) (10505)

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Social Worker to join their team in Markham. You will play a vital role in delivering patient-centered social work services, providing support and counseling, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a Master of Social Work degree and relevant experience in a hospital environment, with a focus on psychosocial support and resource coordination. If you embody commitment, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work and registration with Ontario College required.
• Recent social work experience in a hospital setting needed.
• Understanding of loss, adjustment, and grief processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services to patients and families in an acute care setting.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop patient care plans.
• Engage with community healthcare professionals to coordinate care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Conflict resolution skills

Communication

Education

Master of Social Work

Registration with the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Tools

Meditech

Job description

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Who you are

You embody Oak Valley Health’s core values and demonstrate respect, trust, commitment, compassion, and courage. You are patient- and/or client-centered and perform at an exemplary standard. You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills.

Schedule

The successful candidate will be available to work Monday through Sunday in 8-hour shifts, primarily between 08:30 and 16:30. Casual staff must provide reasonable availability, including at least two weekdays and two weekends within each 6-week period. The candidate will also rotate to cover the Uxbridge site remotely. Schedule is subject to change based on operational needs.

Compensation

Salary Grid : OPCOM13 : $ - $ per hour.

Responsibilities

Patient care

As an integral member of the inter-professional team, you will provide social work services to patients and their families within the organization, primarily in the acute care setting, excluding inpatient mental health. Emphasis is on psychosocial support, interdisciplinary problem solving, and liaising with team members to connect patients and families with necessary resources and supports.

Leadership

You will demonstrate exceptional leadership, professional integrity, and accountability. You will play a key role in system development and possess a strong understanding of care across the continuum. Experience in short-term supportive counseling, especially with patients and families facing difficult decisions or end-of-life issues, is valuable.

Support

Responsibilities include completing psychosocial assessments, providing short-term goal-oriented support and counseling for grief, chronic issues, and end-of-life concerns, developing patient care plans with the healthcare team, cross-coverage for other social workers, and consulting with community healthcare professionals.

Consulting

Engage in consultation with community health care professionals to coordinate care and resources.

Community Resources

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources to support patients and families effectively.

Requirements

Education

Master of Social Work and registration with the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Experience

Recent social work experience in a hospital setting, with experience using electronic documentation systems such as Meditech.

Skills

Understanding of loss, adjustment, and grief processes; interpersonal, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills; excellent communication; commitment to professional development.

Initiative

Good attendance and performance records; commitment to a safe and healthy workplace, compliance with policies, legislation, and mandatory education.