SOCIAL SERVICE WORKER

Southbridge Care Homes; London; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care facility in London, ON is seeking a full-time Social Service Worker to provide ongoing social work assessment and counselling for residents. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Social Services and knowledge of gerontology, with a strong commitment to compassionate care. Responsibilities include assessments, liaising with families, and participating in team conferences.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Social Services Worker from an accredited college required.
• Bachelor's in Social Work is an asset.
• Ability to understand complex verbal and written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Complete resident pre-admission and ongoing assessments.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences.
• Provide counselling and group sessions for residents.

Skills

Knowledge of community resources

Counselling skills

Communication skills

Education

Social Services Worker (SSW) Diploma

Bachelor's degree (BSW) in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Location: London, ON
Position: Social Service Worker - Full Time (8am-4pm includes some weekends)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Complete resident pre-admission, admission and ongoing social work assessment to identify goals and strategies, expected outcomes for care and target dates.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences as required.
• Act as liaison with families, as appropriate.
• Provide counselling or group sessions for residents and families as identified – i.e., orientation adjustment programs, crisis problem solving, bereavement counselling, etc.
• Act as a resource person to staff who have identified needs for counselling, referrals or support.
• Plan, provide or arrange for in-service programs for facility staff, residents and families as identified.
• Maintain all required records, reports, statistics, etc. for both residents and department in accordance with policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
• Participate on committees related to resident care and operation of the facility as required.
• Establishes and maintains communications with other disciplines, residents and families, to ensure resident needs are being met.
• Liaises and consults with government officials, company resources and professionals in relation to resident care needs.

Qualifications

• Social Services Worker (SSW) Diploma from an accredited college.
• Bachelor's degree (BSW) in Social Work from an accredited university is an asset.
• Sound knowledge of community resources and services.
• Sound knowledge in the fields of aging, gerontology and dementia.
• Previous experience in long term care preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, individual counselling and group sessions.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety practices, principles and legislation.
• Ability to read and write English as well as understand complex verbal and written instructions in English.

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.