Social Worker II

Assisted Living Alberta at the Sturgeon Community Hospital is looking for a Social Worker to support patients and families in inpatient/emergency department settings and be an integral part of department changes. This position requires a high degree of critical thinking, strong knowledge of Social Work scope and role, and a passion for Social Work excellence. You will be required to prioritize workload, formulate assessments and create intervention plans in a short timeframe. These plans include psychosocial and mental health interventions, risk management, and resourcing to support ongoing treatment and/or discharge planning. The Social Worker will demonstrate exceptional communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with caregivers, families, and community organizations. This position works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and requires competence in approaching questions about decision-making and capacity. In addition, working knowledge of discharge planning, community resources, financial supports and processes related to transitions to alternate levels of care are an asset.

As a Social Worker II, you will be a member of an inter-disciplinary team and provides a range of social work services to patients and their families. Your services may include: psychosocial assessment, resource-based interventions, individual, group and family treatment, risk screening, counselling, case management and coordination, transition or discharge planning, and prevention, promotion and public awareness activities.

Completion of bachelor's degree in Social Work. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).

Minimum 1 year experience working in an inpatient setting contributing to discharge planning and ALC transitions. Minimum 1 year experience working in Mental Health. Effective time management and prioritization skills. Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills independently. Must be able to tolerate long periods of sitting or standing as well as repetitive movements (bending, reaching, twisting, walking distances). Must be able to lift and carry 10-15 kg regularly if needed.

As Required.