VON (Victorian Order of Nurses)
Social Worker
Job Information
Positions Available: 1
Posting Date:
November 17, 2016
Closing Date:
November 30, 2016
Projected Start Date:
Immediately
Salary / Rate of Pay:
$27.63 to $34.53 per hour
Days of Work
Varied
Hours of Work
Casual
Job Requirements
• Bachelors of Social Work is required
• Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is mandatory
• Experience with palliative care and mental health
• Current CPR Certification (asset)
• Experience working in a clinical environment an asset
• Experience with a range of therapeutic/intervention models
• Knowledge of local resources available
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Exemplary clinical problem solving skills
• Must have a current drivers license, proof of insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
Job Description
The successful candidate will work with other professional health care providers in order to offer support services while ensuring that each VON client's needs are met.
Responsibilities:
• Member of an interdisciplinary team
• Provide assessment, individual and group counseling, health education, case management, community rehabilitation and development for clients
• Communicate and partner with community agencies such as police, hospital, government, and shelters
2 positions available
1 for thunder Bay and surrounding area
1 for Kenora, Dryden and Fort Frances