| POSITION DESCRIPTION | Part Time Social Worker
Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre (BQWCHC)
(1 x Part Time $32,587 - $39,603 / year based on 0.5 FTE)
Bi-weekly rotation days Wed-Thurs-Fri/ Thurs-Fri
Job Summary: The focus of the Part Time Social Worker position is on clinical services, and providing short-term, goal-directed therapy to individuals, couples, and families. The Social Worker is part of the Community Health Team. This position is accountable to the Manager of Community Health Programs and Engagement.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Clinical Services – perform psychosocial assessments and provide short-term, goal-directed therapy to individuals, couples, and families; utilize various evidence-based therapeutic modalities as appropriate to manage a wide variety of mental health issues for individuals with diverse needs
- Involve and/or refer to external mental health agencies as appropriate
- Collaborate with members of the BQWCHC interdisciplinary team and others to co-design and support client-centered goals toward optimal overall health
- Participate in the development and evaluation of programs and services related to the mental health and wellbeing of clients and the community as needed
- Participate in chart reviews, case conferences, and other quality improvement activities
Qualifications:
- Master of Social Work degree and a member of OCSWSSW in good standing
- Minimum of three years of clinical social work experience; preferably in a community setting (collaborative practice/team-based care an asset)
- Proficiency in current assessment, psychotherapy, and psychosocial therapeutic techniques
- Ability to work effectively from a person-centred, strengths-based and trauma-responsive approach informed by an understanding of the social determinants of health
- Experience working with and understanding of issues facing individuals and families facing barriers to access and other health equity disparities
- Excellent interpersonal skills; verbal and written communications skills and the ability to communication information effectively through a variety of means
- Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and multitask effectively, as well as the ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to change
- Proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications
To apply for this opportunity please forward your resume and cover letter electronically to hr@bqwchc.com. Within the subject line of your email, please indicate the position title for which you are applying.
Posted until filled.
BQWCHC is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please call 613-965-0698 x 163 or email hr@bqwchc.com. For more information please visit our website at www.bqwchc.com.
We sincerely thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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