OPH Social Worker Full-time Job
Sep 5th, 2024 at 18:58 Public Service Ottawa 75 views Reference: 8961Job Details
Application Close: 18/09/2024
JOB SUMMARY
Ottawa Public Health is responsible for providing public health programs and services that contribute to the physical, mental and emotional health and well-being of the residents of Ottawa, in compliance with Ontario Ministry of Health standards, protocols and guidelines and other related public health legislation. In partnership with the people and communities of Ottawa, Ottawa Public Health improves and advocates for health and well-being through prevention, promotion and protection.
You act as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team and participate in the delivery of public health services to clients and commmunities. You contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of programs; contribute to the overall effectiveness of the service delivery; and work closely with partner agencies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in Social Work from a recognized university
Minimum of 1 year of experience in social work
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Principles and practice of Public Health
- Principles and practice of Social Work
- Health promotion concepts
- Epidemiology
- Developmental ages and stages
- Harm reduction approach
- Crisis intervention
- Community services addressing socio-economic issues, specifically: financial resources and planning, housing, immigration and settlement, employment and education
- Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and city policies and procedures
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary team
- Communicate effectively with clients
- Counselling and establishing therapeutic relationships
- Set priorities and manage time effectively
- Work both independently and in a team
- Identify and seek pertinent continuous education opportunities
- Advocacy skills
- Experience in working with new immigrants and refugees
- Experience working with high-risk individuals and/or families experiencing challenges such as income, abuse, substance use, housing and isolation
- Flexible
- Understands and respects differing beliefs and value systems of others
- Self-directed
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Designated Day 1 Ready – immediate requirement for language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates must meet language requirement for position upon hire.
- Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
- Immunization Policy: OPH has an immunization policy requiring all employees to report their COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status annually
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.