Social Worker II

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Alberta Kidney Care North (AKC-N) serves patients from Red Deer north, including the Edmonton area, northern communities in Alberta, and the Northwest Territories. Services include clinics that diagnose and treat kidney disease, hemodialysis (incentre, nocturnal, home hemodialysis and shared care), peritoneal dialysis, and conservative management. The Renal Social Worker within Alberta Kidney Care-North provides psychosocial support to individuals with kidney disease, their families, and caregivers. They assist patients in navigating the complex healthcare system, managing the emotional and practical challenges of living with kidney disease, and accessing necessary resources. They work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments, adjustment counselling, resource navigation, advocacy, collaboration, education, documentatio...