Social Worker Iii (2023-0066)

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story! Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Learning and Responsibility guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.

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The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Operations, this position will work with or within teams to provide health care services for clients with complex and multidimensional medical, psychosocial, environmental, and instrumental needs. The Social Worker III (SWIII) will provide advanced clinical services, consultation to the interprofessional team and clients/families and supervision of students and team members as assigned. This position may also act as clinical lead providing leadership in the planning, development, delivery of services in a specific area, as well as staff development, quality improvement and evaluation or research activities as identified by the needs of the service area(s). The SWIII will be guided by their education, experience, demonstrated skill level and Carewest Policies and Procedures. The SWIII will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to client and family centered care, health promotion and maintenance. The SWIII has both departmental and sub-acute program responsibilities. This is considered a multi-site position where travel may be involved. Responsible for other duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered member in good standing with the ACSW. Psychosocial Intervention designation is preferred.
• Required: 5 years clinical experience in inpatient or outpatient social work role (e.g., acute care, oncology, neurology, medicine, geriatrics, palliative care, and home care). Minimum 3 years experience in mental health. Recent working experience with program development or group facilitation in Transitions and change. Recent working experience in financial assistance. A leadership role in research, program development or service delivery project within the last 2 years. Recent direct clinical supervision of interdisciplinary allied health teams (i.e., team/clinical leader experience). Experience in mentoring, coaching, educating other health care providers. Demonstrated clear pattern of professional/leadership development (e.g., Enhancing Team Effectiveness, Art of Accountability). Demonstrated knowledge/engagement in social work services related to best practices, governance, legislation, ethics, and current issues. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships/ foster effective relationships. Demonstrated ability to identify, manage and resolve conflict. Demonstrated ability to implement/facilitate program and practice change within a complex health care environment. Proficient computer skills/use of clinical information systems (e. g., Microsoft Office, SCM, Connect Care). Preferred: 10 years experience in inpatient or outpatient social work. 5 years of mental health and group facilitation with Transitions and Change. Within the last 5 years, experience as a Leader (Team, Clinical, Manager). Progressive professional development within the last 3 years. Training in Trauma-informed care. Experience outcomes measurement related to program/educational design. Change management education. Experience providing virtual care
• Valid driver’s license required for travel to other Carewest sites as per business requirements
• Master’s degree in Social Work

Position Details

• Shift Times: 0800-1615
• BW Hours: 62.00
• Rate of Pay: $41.58 - $55.25
• Shift: Days
• FTE: 0.80
• Union: HSAA

About Carewest:

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.