We currently have an opportunity for a Full-Time Social Worker
Location: Grand River Regional Cancer Centre
Hours of Work: Mon-Fri, Days
Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.
Position Summary:
As a member of a multi-disciplinary, the inpatient specialized oncology Social Worker provides assessment, treatment, support, and service coordination to patients and their families throughout their hospital stay and assists with transition back to the community. The outpatient specialized oncology Social Worker provides assessment, treatment, support, and service coordination to patients and their families. This position plays an important role in symptom management and incorporates Ontario Health’s systems and tools including Patient Reported Outcome Measures into standardized workflow. Additional responsibilities include, actively participating in research and quality improvement initiatives throughout the Cancer Program and Ontario Health, being a contributing member of an oncology quality council(s), psychosocial oncology team. They also provide or facilitate care for patients with mental health concerns who often have unique challenges in accessing and receiving cancer treatments. Additional responsibilities include serving as an expert consultant to the interdisciplinary team.
Position Requirements:
- Masters of Social Work degree.
- Membership in the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers.
- Clinical experience with preference given to candidates with oncology and counselling experience.
- Working knowledge of eligibility requirements for municipal/provincial employment and income supports and how to access such services.
- Knowledge of formal and informal community services and resources.
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act, Child & Family Services Act and any other relevant legislation.
- Understanding of psycho-social functioning. Ability to diffuse conflict and foster collaborative working relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, problem solve and respond to competing, unscheduled demands.
- Experience and skill in complex decision making processes, advancing best practice initiatives, and exploration of innovative models of care.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, organization, and time management skills.
- Self-directed, organized, and diplomatic.
- Patient navigation focused.
- Demonstrated ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience with palliative care an asset.
- Experience with quality improvement an asset.
- Skilled at providing virtual (video and phone) care
- Proven experience in self-directed learning and peer evaluation processes.
- Good computer skills. Excellent attendance, punctuality, and work performance record.
At WRHN we support our Team Members with:
- A thorough onboarding and orientation program
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
- Career mentorship Wellness programs
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Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.
Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
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We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.
Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.
