Social Worker (PV3489)

ProVita Care Management; Surrey; On-site; CAD 186,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Vita Care Management in Surrey is seeking a full-time Social Worker for Laurel Place Long Term Care to assess resident needs and provide counselling for smooth transitions. The role involves coordinating admissions, transfers, and liaising with health authorities to support families.

The position supports care conferences, records, and development of social work initiatives within the site leadership team. Strong English communication is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW).
• Active registration with the BC Association of Social Workers.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.
• Criminal Record Check required on hire and every 5 years.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Interview residents and families to assess care needs and provide counselling.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers with health authorities.
• Plan and manage resident admissions and transfers to maximise occupancy and satisfaction.
• Provide counselling and support during transitional distress for residents and families.
• Collaborate with care team to develop social work initiatives and policies.

Skills

BSW degree

BC SW registration

English communication

COVID vaccination

Criminal record check

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

Job description

Social Worker - Exciting Opportunity at Laurel Place (Long Term Care), Surrey!

Make a meaningful impact in residents' lives—join our compassionate team today!

• Position: Full-time Social Worker
• Shift: 36 hours per week, Monday - Thursday: 9-5pm & Friday: 9am - 3:30pm
• Location: 9688 137A Street, Surrey, V3T 4H9
• Salary: $38 per hour

Are you a dedicatedSocial Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real impact? JoinPro Vita Care Management and become part of a supportive team committed to providing high-quality care.

Social Worker Must Haves:

• Graduation from a Bachelors of Social Work Program
• Holds an active registration with the BC Association of Social Workers
• Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.
• Passes and complies with Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check upon hire and every 5 years thereafter.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English both verbal and written.

Social Worker Nice to Haves:

• 2 years experience in a social worker capacity.
• Gerontological/ Senior's care environment experience.
• Maintains First Aide and CPR "A" certification.
• Proven experience working unsupervised and providing direct supervision.

Social Worker Responsibilities:

• Interviews prospective residents and their families to determine care needs and provide appropriate counselling to ensure a smooth transition.
• Liaises with outside agencies and health authority to facilitate the planning and scheduling of resident admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Plans, schedules and facilitates resident admissions, transfers and discharges to maximize occupancy and resident/family satisfaction.
• Provides counselling and support to residents and families experiencing transitional distress.
• Plans, develops, organizes, and facilitates resident/family supports, through contact with community health agencies, support organizations and establishment of Resident/Family Council.
• Participates in care conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintains appropriate clinical records, statistics and resident health documentation.
• In collaboration with the care manager, provides guidance to staff by promoting new social work initiatives; developing, interpreting and implementing related policies & procedures, and providing in-service education.
• Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates social work service programs, policies & procedures and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• As a member of the site leadership team, participates in discussions and decision-making related to health & safety, resident care, financial and human resource management and general operations.

*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, August 2024