Exceptional Care–Exceptional People

The Brant Community Healthcare System is a two site Community Hospital located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario.

• The Brantford General is an acute care hospital
• The Willett in Paris is an urgent care centre and transitional beds
  
  

By choosing to work at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), you are joining an organization with more than 130 years of making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve throughout our communities. We value Care, Accountability, Respect and Equity, and we are working together to build a healthier community!

Why Choose BCHS?

• Centralized Education Fund – opportunities for continuing education and staff development.
• Various schedules available (e.g. 4 on 5 off for full time nurses)
• HOOPP Pension Plan
• Predictable work locations
• Discounted onsite parking (no shuttles or waiting lists)
• Support 24/7 – you’re not on your own (managers on call, physicians, allied health, and support staff).
• Wellness matters – our Employee Assistance program is free and confidential to all employees and family members.
• Ongoing infection and prevention control measures, education, appropriate PPE and support available to all employees.
  
  

Social Worker- Sexual Assault Domestic Violence Care Program

Program Profile

The Sexual Assault Domestic Violence (SADV) Care Program is a service that is accessed through the Emergency Department 24 hours a day to provide support, medical care and forensic evidence collection to individuals who have experienced a sexual assault or to individuals who have experienced a recent incident of domestic violence. The service includes a follow-up clinic to provide medical and counseling services to anyone who has experienced domestic violence or sexual assault. The SADV Care Program is an outpatient clinic located at the Brantford General Hospital site of the Brant Community Healthcare System. The team consists of on-call Nurses, Medical Director, Program Co-ordinator, and Social Workers.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Department of Social Work you will be responsible to provide quality social work services congruent with the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. The social work position provides trauma- focused therapy and support for people who are current or past survivors of sexual abuse and/or domestic violence. The social worker is part of a multi-disciplinary team and is responsible for psychosocial trauma assessment, developing treatment plans in conjunction with the client, using a trauma- focused model to provide psychotherapy, as well as advocacy, and community liaison/referral as required. The social worker is required to maintain appropriate case records and departmental statistics as well as perform other related duties as requested/negotiated by or with the Manager and/or Coordinator.

Scheduled Working Hours

Monday to Friday 8-hour Shifts

Education Requirements

• Master of Social Work Degree (M.S.W.) in Clinical Social Work from an accredited University School of Social Work
• Current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) as a Social Worker.
  
  

Mandatory Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years within the last 4 years, experience in counselling clients who have experienced sexual abuse and/or domestic violence.
• Demonstrated skills in the performance of a therapeutic role including strong assessment, psychotherapy, case management, crisis intervention and advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated training in recognized trauma therapies such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy or Trauma Focused CBT.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development with respect to the practice of social work.
• Knowledge and understanding of women’s health, legal system as it pertains to sexual assault/domestic violence and related issues and, a commitment to a feminist analysis of gender-based violence.
• Competency in providing anti-oppressive, person-centered care, prioritizing intersectional analysis of social issues related to gender-based violence.
• Knowledge of community resources and referral processes.
• Established effective problem-solving, organization, crisis management and advocacy skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as within a multi-disciplinary team, including community partners.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, teamwork, and consultation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Basic computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Meditech.
• Excellent attendance record.
  
  

Accommodation

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous persons, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientation and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Brant Community Healthcare System is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

To ensure there is equal opportunity during the recruitment and selection process, please contact your Recruiter to discuss accommodation.