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Health Care Social Worker (Masters)
Location:
Sydney, NS
Description:
Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 178906 Company: Nova Scotia Health Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital Department: OPEZ Social Work CBR Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% FTE) x 1 position(s) Status: UNIFOR Healthcare Position Posting Closing Date: 27-Apr-24 Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. About the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager of Patient Flow and Medical Social Work, the Medical Social Worker will provide professional social work services to patients and their families. Services may also include the provision of support groups. With considerable latitude and encouragement to initiate and work independently, the incumbent will be an adaptable and flexible person with the ability to work collaboratively in a variety of work settings. Social Workers are expected to exhibit sound professional judgement and initiative while working within the framework and objectives of Nova Scotia Health. Some home visits and travel are required. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Master’s Degree in Social Work If there are no candidates who meet the above qualification, those enrolled in a master's program will be considered If there are no candidates who meet the above qualification, Bachelor of Social Work will be considered Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) Minimum of two (2) years clinical experience required Evidence of extensive knowledge of community resources Evidence of ability to work independently with a multidisciplinary team as well as with both hospital and community-based services/agencies Evidence of ability to coordinate/develop/document and implement care plan for hospital discharge and safe transition back to the community or institutional setting Demonstrated use of innovative problem solving and application of evidence-based practice to patient services Knowledge of Joint Discharge Operations Committee and its purpose Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours Permanent, Full-time / 100% FTE / 75 Hours Bi-weekly Compensation and Incentives $37.31 - $49.05 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/ https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthority https://www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/ https://twitter.com/healthns
Company:
Nova Scotia Health And IWK Health
Industry:
Community & Social Services
Posted:
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