Social Worker - Full Time > Optima Living > Joboolo CA :
Company : Optima Living Location : Vernon British Columbia From : Talent CA
The SocialWorker counsels and provides guidance to individuals and/or families with various social, medical and/or psychiatric challenges, under the guidance of the Director of Care.
*Please note this position will require reliable transportation as you will be supporting multiple communities in the Okanagan region. Responsibilities Interviews residents to determine nature and degree of problem, disability or illness and interprets data Assists family members in understanding the residents’ needs and aids the resident and family in working out realistic functional goals for the resident Helps resident and family members through individual or group conferences to understand, accept, and follow medical recommendations Supports residents and families with problems concerning relationships or other aspects of social functioning affected by disability Collaborating with the multidisciplinary teams in diagnosis and treatment plans Conducts psychosocial screening activities determining required specialized psychiatric assistance Serves on committees as required Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in social work, or one of the following Counseling, Psychology, Behaviour science or related field Minimum 2 years experience working in a social services field or related capacity; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, and professional standards in the field of social work Understanding of community organizations and social service programs available Strong counselling and conflict resolution skills Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors, and operational partners Solid organizational skills, demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve Conditions of Employment Clear Police Information Check Clear Vulnerable Sector Check COVID-19 vaccination proof.
This requirement may be waived if you have received an exemption through the provincial government. #IDYA Powered by JazzHR OptimaLiving VernonBritishColumbia
