Social Worker II

Within Cancer Care Alberta (CCA), Supportive Care Services are provided by a team of health care professionals dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those affected by cancer by providing support from the time of cancer diagnosis, through treatment and beyond. The team of professionals that work within CCA are leaders in cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and palliative care, all on a foundation of world-class research. The Arthur Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre (ACCC) needs a temporary full-time Social Worker II (SWII) to join the team. Social Work plays a crucial role in empowering patients and their caregivers to address the social determinants of health. If you are a patient-centered collaborator with social work experience and a passion for cancer care, this job is for you. Under general supervision of the Manager, the Social Worker’s primary responsibilities include: Providing emotional and practical support to individuals and families/ Developing and implementing care plans tailored to clients' needs/Collaborating with other professionals and community resources/Advocating for clients' access to necessary services/Referral triage and screening, bridging support (supportive counselling)/ Patient and Provider Education: Co-developing and facilitating psychoeducational groups, orientation and mentorship of new staff and students/Participating in local and provincial quality improvement initiatives/Professional Development: engages in continuous professional development, mentors and teaches others and strives to work to their full scope of practice/ Cross-coverage across the Social Work team to ensure timely access to care and to remove barriers to cancer treatment. Hours/caseloads for Supportive Care positions may change based on operational needs. Applicants for this position should be available to work Monday to Friday.

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).

Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) through Heart & Stroke Foundation. A minimum of 2 years post-degree (Social Work) experience. Within the last year, experience working in an urban adult cancer care setting, either inpatients or outpatients. In-depth knowledge and experience of advance care planning, income security programs, housing, and support services. Experience providing supportive counseling. Experience providing grief and loss support. Demonstrated skills in assessment, intervention, system navigation and case management. Demonstrated dedication to professional development. Proficient with electronic medical systems (e.g., ARIA, SCM, Connect Care). Proficient with Microsoft Suite (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).

At least three years' experience working in an adult acute care setting. Experience facilitating groups and providing psychoeducation. Experience with and knowledge of community and financial resources. Experience developing relationships with community partners. Within the last year, experience providing virtual care (Zoom, telehealth, phone).