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CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you\'re seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees\' well-being and professional development.Competition # 223-24-71470Posting End Date: June 27, 2024City: WinnipegWork Location: MacCharlesDepartment: Psychosocial OncologyUnion: MAHCPHiring Status: PermanentAnticipated Start Date: ASAPFTE: 0.5Anticipated Shift: daysDaily Hours Worked: 7.75Annual Base Hours: 2015Hourly Salary: $31.901, $33.341, $34.843, $36.452, $38.098, $39.769, $41.321, $41.696Job Summary:Reporting to the Program Manager \xe2\x80\x93 Patient and Family Support Services, and with guidance from the Clinical Lead, Psychosocial Oncology Program; the Social Worker will support both general adult and pediatric oncology patients by providing assessment, service navigation, and case management services to patients and individuals who are eligible for services.This role will provide a variety or resources and support to cancer patients and families which involves discussing challenges which may impact access to care and cancer treatments. This position will plan, seek, advocate and monitor requests by liaising and collaborating with internal/external departments, social services, health organizations and community resources, on behalf of the client/patient. This position will develop collaborative relationships with patients, families, internal/external departments for the delivery of support services. The Social Worker will collaborate with nurses, navigators, clinicians, physicians and pharmacy and external organizations to adequately support cancer patients throughout their treatment.Qualifications:Required:Education

  • Post secondary degree in Social Work from an accredited educational institution
Experience
  • 2 years of related social work experience in the last five (5) years
An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be consideredSkills and Abilities
  • Expertise and experience with interprofessional collaboration, psychosocial assessment, consultation, and team building
  • Extensive knowledge of existing community resources and agencies providing relevant services to patient/clients/families in both rural and urban communities
  • Extensive knowledge of Child and Family Services
  • Experience working with children and families
  • Demonstrated ability to promote participation, collaboration and partnerships
  • Demonstrated professional, community and public education skills
  • Ability to adapt readily to changing demands and situations
  • Demonstrated understanding of health equity, equity-denied populations and social determinants of health
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs as well as other software (E.g. ARIA, EPR, RL6, etc.)
  • Demonstrated skills in areas of crisis intervention, abuse investigation and assessing high risk situations. Understanding of child welfare act, standards and regulations
  • Ability to provide standard Social Work service including assessments and consultation, case management, psychosocial counseling, crisis intervention, referral and discharge planning when applicable
  • Excellent assessment, interviewing and counseling skills
  • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills
  • Advanced communication skills, both written and oral
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with people in a sensitive, tactful, diplomatic and professional manner
  • Ability to work in an ethical manner and ensure integrity and a high level of confidentiality
  • Ability to conduct practice in accordance with related policies, and legislation, including legislated confidentiality requirements of a health care setting
Required Licenses, Registrations, DesignationsMust be registered or eligible for and maintains licensure to practice as a Social Worker in the province of ManitobaPhysical Demands and Working Conditions
  • May be required to hold a valid Manitoba driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
  • May encounter aggressive and/or agitated client/visitors/staff
  • May be occasionally required to work extended hours
Other
  • Must have satisfactory employment record
  • Must be legally able to work in Canada
  • Ability to speak French is considered an asset
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

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  • Job Id
    JD2311262
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Winnipeg, MB, Canada
  • Education
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