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Company DescriptionThe University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.Job DescriptionUnion: Non-UnionSite: Toronto General HospitalDepartment: Blood Disorders ProgramReports to: Nurse ManagerGrade: D0:08Wage Range: $40.98 - 51.22 per hour (to commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)Hours: 37.5 Hours per WeekShifts: DaysStatus: Permanent Full TimeClosing Date: July 30, 2024Job SummaryThe Social Worker for UHN's Blood Disorders Program has a focus on supporting adult outpatients in the Red Blood Cell Disorders (RBCD) clinic.DutiesCollaborate with a core interdisciplinary team to support people living with hemoglobinopathies, including Thalassemia and Sickle Cell DiseaseDemonstrate an excellent understanding of oppression from an Intersectional lens, including but not limited to, discrimination, racism, Anti-Black racism, ableism, disablement, Islamophobia, and xenophobia - which are frequently encountered by patients living with hemoglobinopathies, particularly Sickle Cell DiseaseDemonstrate experience working with these patient communities to address inequities and improve patient experience and outcomesRecognizing that patients who access RBCD clinic are from diverse cultural and ethno-racial heritage and socioeconomic circumstances, outstanding communication skills and work experience with social justice and health equity frameworks will be important characteristics for the successful candidateAssess patients for the purpose of evaluating the need for service, the nature of the problem, and formulating recommendations or treatment plans; implementing an intervention plan with patients, family members, significant others, and the inter-professional team for the purpose of facilitating changes in behaviour, attitudes, feelings and/or the environmentRe-Aeassessing and modifying the intervention plan as requiredLiaising with appropriate community agenciesCompleting applications for services as necessary, establishing contact with members of the inter-professional team and community agencies to obtain, provide or exchange information relating to patients' psycho-social functioning and health care in the past, present and futureRendering services for the immediate benefit of the Hospital and the communityProviding clinical teaching to Social Work Students, Medical Students, Professional Colleagues at University Health Network, Faculties of Social Work and in the communityParticipating in relevant research as well as patient engagement and education activities as well as projects, etc.QualificationsCompletion of a Master's Degree in Social Work requiredGraduate from Schools of Social Work with significant Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism curriculum, preferredCompletion of undergraduate education focusing on Social Work, Sociology, Critical Race Studies, Ethnic Studies, Disability Studies, and Gender Studies preferredRegistration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers required. Lived experience as a member of an equity-seeking group, including members of Black and Racialized communities preferredSkilled in providing short-term counselling and case management to meet the needs of large patient volume living with chronic illness and/or disability. Demonstrated experience in working within strengths-based, empowerment, and trauma-informed approaches preferred.Two to three years of experience providing social work support to clients experiencing poverty, racism, anti-Black racism, immigration and settlement, chronic health issues, disability, violence and abuse, or homelessness requiredStrong understanding of and commitment to Anti-Oppression, Anti-racism, Human Rights, and Social JusticeExcellent advocacy skills in a social justice framework, with demonstrated experience supporting clients facing marginalizationExcellent interpersonal, team work, time management, organizational, and problem solving skillsResearch experience/education and student education/supervision an assetKnowledge of policies, legislation, program's and issues related to social welfare institutions and servicesExcellent writing skillsKnowledge of a second language an assetAdditional InformationWhy join UHN?In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.Competitive offer packagesGovernment organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) * Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle serviceA flexible work environmentOpportunities for development and promotions within a large organizationAdditional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.University Health Network
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