social worker
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Social Assistance Worker
Posted on March 29, 2024
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Employer details
NL Health Services
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Job Description Location: Community Health St. John's - Multi-Site Social Assistance Worker (3 positions)Community Support Program - Zone 3Temporary, Full Time (Until May 3, 2025 with possibility of extension)27809TMP, 27810TMP, 27811TMP Hours 75 bi-weekly (8-hour shifts; days) Salary CG-29, ($26.54 - $29.48) Competition Number 2024002262 Posted Date 28 March 2024 Closing Date 4 April 2024 About Us Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca Job Summary This position reports to the Division Manager and the primary responsibilities of this position are to provide resource counseling and social support services to clients within the Community Supports Program. The Social Assistance Worker works as an integral member of the interdisciplinary teams and works closely with each team member. The position requires a significant amount of independent clinical practice in conjunction with Social worker case managers. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):Regularly moves/lifts objects less than 10 lbs. and occasionally may provide assistance to lift object up to 30 lbs with push/pull light to medium forces for patient handling.Constantly sits and performs fine finger precision work when using a computer.Regularly stands, walks, and drives to client visits.Alertness and concentration required while frequently completing repetitive tasks and constant auditory/visual concentration. Job Qualifications Graduation from a recognized/approved Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences/Humanities or Business is required.Knowledge of financial assessments for home supports, medical discharge, long-term care, assistance and/or subsidy programs.Knowledge of community support agencies, programs and eligibility requirements.Knowledge of complex health concerns.Demonstrated strong critical thinking, problem solving and time management skills.Demonstrated strong advocacy skills.Demonstrated ability to work independently.Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with clients/patients/families and various community resources.Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.A condition of employment is the use of personal vehicle and a Class 5 drivers license. A satisfactory record of work performance is required.Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit. Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable. Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries: Tele
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LocationSt. John's, NL
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Salary$26.54HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Term or contract
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CareerBeacon
#2010726
Advertised until
2024-04-28
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