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Title posted on CareerBeacon - Fredericton Social Worker 1 (SW01) PCN 965
Posted on October 31, 2024 by Employer details Horizon Health Network
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JOB PURPOSEThe Social Worker within the Primary Health Care program works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team within the Community Health Centre and partners with many groups such as government organizations, non-profit organizations, the private sector, local schools and a multitude of community groups and other community organizations. The Social Worker helps to identify and improve the social determinants of health that impact the overall wellness of individuals, families, and the community, such as income, education, social environment, community inclusion, culture, health practices, employment and working conditions.The Social Worker uses a population health approach through individual supportive counseling, group work, education, health promotion, advocacy, chronic disease management and linking people to community resources and helping them navigate systems. The Social Worker works with people of all ages and demographics through direct referrals, including self-referral. The work is based in client and family centered care and is guided by community health needs assessments as well as requests from clients, families and the community. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Reports to the CHC/Facility Manager. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Social Worker is responsible for Assessing, planning, and providing supportive counselling to individuals and groups Maintaining clinical records and documentation Participating in interdisciplinary care planning Preparing and presenting information and education sessions Providing mentoring and support for students Participating in developing, maintaining and evaluating policies and proceduresNOTE: The above are the basic and prime responsibilities; related and allied duties may be assigned from time to time as may become necessary. QUALIFICATIONSA university degree in Social Work. Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers.Ability to attend work on a regular basis.Ability to perform the duties of the position.Good work record. COMPETENCIESInfluencing SkillsInformation GatheringMentoring and CoachingPatient/Client focusPlanning and Prioritizing WorkStress ManagementTeamwork and CollaborationInterested? Apply Today!Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.About Horizon's Recruitment ProcessWe thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.Diversity StatementHorizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.- LocationFredericton, NB
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$33.47HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- Source CareerBeacon #189308
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