Child and Youth Worker – Navigator Program

Job title: Child and Youth Worker – Navigator Program

Company: Halton Healthcare

Job description: Company DescriptionHalton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.Job DescriptionWorking closely with the inpatient and outpatient child and adolescent interdisciplinary teams the Child and Youth Care (CYC) worker will collaborate on treatment plans for patients in the community, conduct home and community visits to address issues such as school compliance, or lack of follow through with office treatment and provide family with support while connecting them to appropriate services.The CYC will work closely with the patient to address any housing issues, financial struggles and ensure that they have adequate skills for daily activities, such as grocery shopping, attending appointments, banking/ budgets, applying for appropriate supports, such as student welfare etc. The worker will accompany patients to school if school compliance is an issue and will work closely with the Mental Health Liaison Nurse/ Social Worker to ensure the patient is receiving appropriate school accommodations.From the inpatient unit, the CYC will assist patients by integrating them back into the school system to ensure a successful transition. For patients involved with our outpatient mental health program who are struggling with socializing with their peers due to their mental illness, the CYC will engage them in social activities such as attending the YMCA.The CYC will work closely with the Child Psychiatrists, Social Workers and Nurses to ensure that progress or delay in treatment is articulated to ensure a seamless transition between the teams. The CYC will also play an important role for patients who attend the Emergency Department in ensuring that the patient and their family are connected with in a timely fashion and supported until engaged to appropriate services.QualificationsHalton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

• CYW certificate and diploma or degree from a recognized community college or university.
• 3-5 years of child and adolescent experience preferably in the hospital setting
• Must have knowledge of children’s psycho-social development
• Able to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Must have competency in assessing risk issues and being able to address concerns within the community
• Experience in working with high conflict families and the skill set in deescalating conflict.
• Understanding of the school system and support within the Halton community.
• Must have computer skills (Word Processing)
• Satisfactory employment and good attendance record

Additional InformationSite: Required to work offsite as neededHours: Monday to Friday, 0830 – 1630, and one evening shift per week (1100-1900) (hours are subject to change based on operational needs)Salary: $32.585 to $40.770 per hourDate Posted: July 23, 2024Internal Applicants due by: July 30, 2024REF635THalton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we’d like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Expected salary: $32585 – 40770 per year

Location: Oakville, ON

Job date: Thu, 25 Jul 2024 22:38:57 GMT

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