Job Number: JR106810 Job Title: Social Worker (BSW) - ACTT Union: OPSEU Union: OPSEU Job Category: Paramedical Hospital Location: 1940 Eglinton Ave Job Type: Permanent, Full time Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $39.16 - $50.78 Hours: Days, Weekends

Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager of Adult Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Use Programs, the Social Worker (BSW) position will provide case management, assessment, treatment and support services, with special attention to substance use issues, to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness who are patients of the ACT team.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of a Bachelor of Social Work and registration and good standing with a regulatory body
• Minimum 3 years recent experience in a community mental health setting working with clients who require careful monitoring and evaluation
• Current case management skills with clinical experience of assessing, planning, developing, coordinating and providing treatment, rehabilitation and support services to program clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses
• Thorough understanding of the ACTT model
• A clear understanding of the characteristics and problems of adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses
• Understanding of working with seniors with addictions, cognitive impairments and physical limitations.
• Strong crisis management skills and proven experience assessing and managing suicide risk
• Experience and belief in the value of working in and committing to a fully integrated multidisciplinary team and interdisciplinary model, including clinical guidance and peer support
• Good working knowledge of the Mental Health Act
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication skills that facilitate interaction among all members of the ACTT
• Demonstrated superior decision-making and organizational skills
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development
• Proficiency in clinical documentation in an electronic medical record or client information system
• Must possess own car, a current Ontario Driver's License and a clean driving record
• Demonstrates excellence in communication both verbal and written
• Analysis and problem assessment
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance and work record.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHNs comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area.
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to speak another language is an asset.

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.