Social Worker M.s.w.-Shoniker Clinic (Job Share)

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada's most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America's largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. Learn more at shn.ca

The completion of this online form serves as your application and will be used to determine if you meet the requirements of this position. Please ensure that you have provided all pertinent information necessary to be considered for this vacancy by the close date.

Reporting to the Manager of Child and Adolescent Mental Health the applicant′s primary responsibility will be conducting psychosocial assessments and providing individual, family and group therapy to children and adolescents with significant mental health issues.

Requirements:

• Graduate of a recognized Master of Social Work program
• Membership with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Minimum 5 years recent experience in Child and Adolescent mental health including experience working in a children′s outpatient mental health clinic.
• In-depth knowledge and expertise with children and adolescents who experience serious mental illness
• Demonstrated experience with assessment, crisis intervention, and goal-oriented, solution-focused therapy techniques with children and adolescents
• Well-developed skills in conducting psycho-social assessments for youth experience mental health problems and experience working with their families
• Knowledge of community resources and application of the Mental Health Act
• Demonstrated knowledge of recovery model principles, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour therapy with youth
• Experience in developing and facilitating treatment groups
• Excellent interpersonal communication and documentation skills
• Proven ability as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Rouge Valley's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, 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

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community's unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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