Social Worker, Health Team

at  Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network

Status: Temporary until May 2025
FTE: 0.80 (32 hours per week)
Work Schedule: Weekdays - Day Shift

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of family physicians and health care professionals in northwest Calgary and Cochrane, collaborating with Alberta Health Services – Calgary Zone to deliver the best possible primary care. Calgary Foothills PCN has established a team environment where individuals are encouraged to take initiative, be creative and contribute to ongoing decision-making.
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Social Worker will work collaboratively with patients, physicians, community partners and interdisciplinary team members to connect patients to resources that will help them meet their basics needs. The Social Worker aims to address social determinants of health and promote positive health outcomes for the patient.
Key Responsibilities

Key aspects of the position may include, but are not limited to:

• Works out of community and/or clinical settings as a part of a multidisciplinary team
• Provides patient care in individual and group appointments across the lifespan
• Assesses patients’ needs to determine appropriate resources
• Provides primary care behavioral health interventions for patients with emerging mental health concerns (training provided)
• Completes necessary documentation in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Liaises with and refers patients to appropriate government and community agencies and assists the patient to complete necessary forms to access programs or resources
• Acts as an advocate for the patient and their family
• Acts as a resource for families, community professionals and other members of the care team
• Participates in case conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Establishes communication links to support seamless care activities between health homes and other community agencies
• Engages in continuous professional development activities
• May be involved in quality improvement projects or health initiatives involving community partners and/or health team members and physicians

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Possesses a strong awareness of community resources, referral processes and eligibility criteria
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Excellent active listening and motivational interviewing skills
• Ability to successfully collaborate within an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when required
• Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and adapt to change in a very dynamic work environment
• Strong computer skills are required
• Demonstrated clinical expertise and competence in dealing with mental health and health care issues
• In-depth knowledge and experience working with government financial programs
• Must demonstrate strong critical thinking, problem solving and sound clinical judgement
• Strong risk assessment and crisis intervention skills
• Group facilitation experience an asset
• MoCA certification and suicide intervention training considered an asset
• Fluency in a second language considered an asset

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Social Work
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a health care or community setting
• Active registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW)
• Experience working in a healthcare organization is an asset
• Experience with the Primary Care Behavioural Health (PCBH) model an asset
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle

Employment Requirements

• Completion of a satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search

Diversity & Inclusion

• Our merit-based selection process during hiring ensures that all qualified candidates are considered. We invite people of all ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientation, ages, family status, and disabilities to apply for positions within Calgary Foothills PCN.

If your background matches the qualifications listed above and are looking for an opportunity with a dynamic organization that is making a difference in the community, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Please note that only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
Day shifts 8am-430 pm. 0.8 flexible on what day is not worked.
32 hour

Please refer the Job description for details