DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, the Social Worker provides intake, pre-entry services, psychosocial assessment, individual, family and group psychotherapy and psycho-education to children, adolescents and adults with eating disorders and related co-morbidities. The SW also provides ongoing psychosocial treatment to families and parents of children/adolescents and adults referred to the program. Inpatient consultation is provided when requested or to assist with discharge from the hospital. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker provides evidence based care to clients while working collaboratively with team members and community partners. The SW engages in continuing education to maintain optimal quality of care to clients. The SW is involved in outreach education and presentations to community partners appropriate to role. Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Master of Social Work Degree;
* Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW);
* Demonstrated extensive training and experience (3-5 years) in the provision of assessment and evidence based treatment (individual, family and group therapy) services to clients with eating disorders and associated psychiatric or concurrent disorders;
* Training and demonstrated experience in evidence based practices such as FBT, CBT-E, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy approaches;
* Preference given to individuals with advanced training and experience in psychotherapy, e.g., process psychotherapy group skills
* Demonstrated knowledge of group theories and interpersonal relations theories;
* Clinical experience in eating disorders across the age range (children-adult);
* Ability and experience with assessing and formulating a treatment plan for which is: creative; meaningful to the patients; workable within the time limits and includes an evaluation component;
* Ability to provide information, assessment and entry facilitation including assessment, case management, clinical and supportive counseling, service coordination, crisis intervention, advocacy, and outreach.
* Training and experience in treatment of trauma;
* Experience working within a brief acute care model preferably with a hospital setting;
* Demonstrated knowledge of Ontario network of services for Eating Disorders, health care facilities and community support systems, social service agencies, etc;
* Ability to organize workload and establish priorities effectively;
* Strong clinical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal;
* Demonstrated effective leadership skills and strong initiative and problem-solving skills;
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, and to work collaboratively with community partners;
* Ability to foster good public relations and effective working relationships;
* Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act of Ontario;
* Committed to client-focused philosophy;
* Must have satisfactory performance record;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area
At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .
Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.
Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.
Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.