Social Worker Maternal
Humber River Health
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America's first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen's University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.
At Humber River Health, we're not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our Maternal & Child team.
Employment Status: Full-time
Hours of Work: Available to work Monday to Friday, full days with flexibility to meet patient needs
Location: Wilson Site
Labour Group: OPSEU 590
Reporting Relationship: Manager, Mother Baby Unit
Hourly Rate: $ $57.90
Responsibilities
Provide psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention and liaising with community resources in area of Maternal & Child Care.
Demonstrates a Patient & Family Centred Care approach to care.
Assist client in Community Resource Planning.
Assist with discharge planning.
Interviewing and counseling patients and facilitate family meetings.
Resource to other team members in managing the psychosocial care of the patients.
Acts as patient and family advocate.
Committee involvement and assist in policy development.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and orientation to new staff about child welfare and support for perinatal loss.
Qualifications
Masters Degree in Social Work obtained from an accredited University Program or equivalent required.
Current membership with OASW and OCSWSSW, or eligibility to become a member required.
Previous recent experience with Obstetrical and with Paediatric patients, Child Protection Services and Perinatal Loss Issues required.
Good organizational skills with an ability to set priorities in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills (oral and written) required in order to facilitate effective communication with patients, peers and other healthcare team members and volunteers.
Excellent decision making and advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize a consistent and varied workload.
Ability to teach and direct staff.
Ability to compile statistical reports in order to develop and improve policies and program.
Ability to speak a second language an asset.
Demonstrated knowledge of the needs of a diverse community.
Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
Why choose Humber River Health?
At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto's Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.
Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.
We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.
As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.
This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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