Social Worker: Diabetes Care & Community Advocate

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health center in Ontario is seeking a Social Worker to provide case management services for adults and children living with diabetes. The successful candidate will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, advocating for patients' needs and promoting cultural appropriateness in care. Strong conflict resolution and interpersonal skills are essential. Candidates should have relevant education and registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Social Service Work, Social Work, or equivalent.
• Registration with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, or eligible to obtain.
• Ability to analyze and interpret the needs of clients and offer appropriate options.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services to adults and children living with diabetes.
• Assess and prioritize patient needs collaborating with patients and families.
• Advocate on behalf of patients.

Skills

Innovation

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Cognitive Behavioural therapy

Crisis intervention

Education

Post-secondary education in Social Service Work or Social Work

Registration with Ontario College of Social Workers

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A health center in Ontario is seeking a Social Worker to provide case management services for adults and children living with diabetes. The successful candidate will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, advocating for patients' needs and promoting cultural appropriateness in care. Strong conflict resolution and interpersonal skills are essential. Candidates should have relevant education and registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers.