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Posted Date:11/6/2023Closing Date:11/13/2023Functional Discipline:Mental Health - OutpatientJob DescriptionJob Posting #:204498 Position Available: Social Worker, MSW Status: Tempoaray Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Department: Mental Health - PACT Union: O.P.S.E.U. Shifts: Days, Evenings, WeekendsInternal applicants must apply by midnight on November 13, 2023.ABOUT JOSEPH BRANT HOSPITAL: Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service community teaching hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. It is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara #39;s Top Employers for eight(8) consecutive years, with a skilled staff of 194 physicians, 1,911 full- and part-time staff and more than 700 volunteers.JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. Its expanded campus includes the state-of-art Michael Lee-Chinamp; Family Patient Tower, featuring a new Emergency Department, 295 acute inpatient beds, 9 new Operating Rooms and post-anaesthetic care unit to support expanded medical, surgical and outpatient services. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team.JBH inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.RESPONSIBILITIES: Emphasis is placed on patient-centered care and ensuring a safe, timely and effective discharge to the community. In addition, you must have a demonstrated:Ability to work in a self-directed manner. Effective time management and prioritization skills. Excellence in interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Comfort and expertise using a wide array of therapeutic interventions; particularly in dealing with challenging family dynamics and end of life care. Knowledge of current societal, ethical, and cultural issues. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Reliable attendance and punctuality.QUALIFICATIONS:Masters of Social Work (MSW) required. A member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Recent hospital experience preferred. Familiarity with the PACT (ACTT) Model, Strong clinical and engagement skills, community experience, a commitment to psychosocial rehabilitation values and the Recovery Model, and an ability to function within a shared governance team approach. Experience and competence in providing family (individual and group) support and education. Must hold a valid driver #39;s license, have access to a vehicle, plus be available to work flexible hours, i.e., days, evenings and weekends. -Demonstrates critical- thinking and decision-making skills.Demonstrated effective documentation skills. Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality, availability and performance required.To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply to posting #204498. We ask that you please include the posting number in the subject line of any email correspondence. No phone calls please. We thank all applicants and only those selected for interview will be contacted.Joseph Brant Hospital prioritizes the health and wellbeing of our patients, employees, credentialed staff, volunteers and learners. As a condition of employment, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of two COVID 19 vaccines authorized by Health Canada within 24-48 hours of receiving an offer of employment, or proof of a documented exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.Any information obtained during the recruitment process will be used for employment recruitment only, and not for any other purpose.At Joseph Brant Hospital, we are committed to diversity and inclusion as we continue and expand our efforts to become a more inclusive, safe and respectful place for everyone to visit, work and receive care. HR will accommodate any needs under the Ontario Human Right Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Recruitment processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested.Should you require accommodation through the application and/or recruitment process, please contact HR for assistance at careers@josephbranthospital.ca or at Ext. 4129 to allow opportunity for appropriate accommodations to be made.