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 Social Work team at the new Arthur Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre (ACCC) is looking for a part-time Social Worker II (SWII). 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 a passion for working in cancer care, this job is for you. Under general supervision of the Manager and the Psychosocial Team Lead, the Social Worker’s main responsibilities are: Providing supportive counselling, emotional and practical support to individuals and families. Developing and implementing care plans tailored to clients' needs. Collaborating with healthcare professionals and community programs. Advocating for clients' rights and access to necessary services Referral triage and screening Patient and Provider Education: Co-facilitating psychoeducational groups, orientation and mentors staff and students. Participating in local and provincial quality improvement initiative and service evaluation. Professional development specific to oncology and palliative care Cross-coverage across the Social Work team to ensure timely access to care and to remove barriers to cancer treatment. Hours and caseloads for Supportive Care positions may change based on operational needs. This position will start at the ACCC as part of the outpatient team and will eventually orient to help cover inpatient units.

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).

Current registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers. 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 2 years, experience working in an urban adult cancer care setting. 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. Within the last two years, experience providing virtual care. Demonstrated skills in assessment, intervention, system navigation and case management. Demonstrated dedication to professional development. Completed Connect Care Allied Health training. Proficient with Microsoft Suite (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Experience working within a chronic disease management framework with adult populations in an urban outpatient setting within the last 5 years. Palliative care experience. Experience facilitating groups and providing psychoeducation. Experience with financial assistance programs including the Alberta Cancer Foundation’s Patient Financial Assistance Program (PFAP).