Registered Social Worker OPSEU

at  North Bay Regional Health Centre

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Bachelor of Social Work required
Master of Social Work preferred

EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years significant experience in a hospital setting, mental health/psychiatric services and knowledge of
and experience with coordination of community services required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Current certification with the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Service Workers is required
Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate required (training delivered by Health Centre upon hire)
Current Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate an asset
Demonstrated knowledge relating to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services required
Excellent conceptual protocol knowledge of relevant legislation including (but not limited to) the Mental Health Act
and the Long Term Care Act is required
Must possess excellent communication skills and be able to verbally communicate with patients, physicians,
program staff and other stakeholders
Knowledge of evidence based and/or best practices in Child and Adolescent Mental Health required
Excellent interpersonal interviewing and counselling skills required
Proven interpersonal negotiation and problem solving skills to establish and maintain positive working
relationships with clients, program staff and community agencies
Knowledge of the Northeast Region and agencies and organizations that support clients with mental health,
developmental and cognitive concerns in hospital and in the community
Knowledge of social work treatment interventions and best practices applied in recovery, clinical venues and
community settings which incorporate psychosocial rehabilitation values and principals in the treatments clients
Demonstrated application of discharge planning principles and resource utilization is required
Excellent computer skills and ability to write clear and accurate reports in a timely manner required

Please refer the Job description for details