Social Worker Bachelors (Crisis Intervention)

Education and Training: 

• Successful completion of a Baccalaureate degree in Social Work
• Currently registered as a Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Familiarity with the following is an asset:
  • Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • Suicide Intervention Certification
  • Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (basic and advanced)
  • Addictions counseling

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years recent experience in a relevant mental health related field

Knowledge/Skills/Ability:

• Highly developed skills in the area of assessment and therapeutic intervention with individuals, groups and families
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of the following:
  • DSM IV
  • Pharmacology
  • Mental Health Act
  • Child and Family Services Act
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources
• Demonstrated knowledge and management of ethical issues
• Demonstrated time management skills, interpersonal skills, conflict resolution skills and organizational skills
• Proven problem solving skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software, e.g Word, Excel and Outlook
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians and other health care professionals

Personal Suitability:

• Proven ability to take an active role in dealing with aggressive/agitated clients in a non-violent manner
• Proven ability to foster and improve relationships between professionals, programs and agencies
• Proven leadership, problem solving and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Valid driver’s license and access to vehicle
• Availability for travel to other sites
• Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record
• Clear criminal record check is required

French Language Service Designation:

Bilingualism requirements will be posted in accordance with the FLS Designation Plan.  If a position is designated bilingual and no bilingual candidates (both internal and external) meet the qualifications, unilingual candidates may be considered.

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.