Social Worker - Full Time - Lakeside

Responsibilities

• -To receive and respond appropriately to inquiries pertaining to Extendicare Inc. which relate to placement, lifestyle, policies and procedures.
• -To conduct tours of the home with applicants, prospective applicants and/or their advocates.
• -Responsible for carrying out appropriate pre-admission procedures including:
• -Screening of applications
• -Correspondence with applicants to acknowledge receipt of application and to provide information.
• -Pre-admission visits and assessments
• -Communication with placement agencies
• -To coordinate new admissions and to accompany new Residents and their families/advocates through the admission process.
• -To promote and facilitate a Resident-oriented environment, acting as a Resident/family advocate, where indicated.
• -To plan, organize and carry out social work programs/services to meet the ongoing psychological needs of the Residents and their families/advocates.
• -To function as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in planning overall Resident care and participate in planning and development of programs/services in response to Resident needs.
• -To facilitate the development and/or functioning of positive Resident groups acting as an advisor, where indicated.
• -To organize and participate in Resident Care Conferences and family conferences as needed.
• -Responsible for organizing regular Family Orientation programs for families/advocates of new and prospective Residents.
• -Responsible for providing educational and consultative services on social work related issues/topics through participation in staff orientation programs, staff development programs and educational seminars for staff, Residents and families/advocates as required.
• -Responsible for documentation and completion of statistical reports related to quality management for use in evaluating departmental performance, identifying current trends
• in Resident, social and institutional needs and as a basis for setting policy and planning future programs.
• -To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• -To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct.
• -To complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• -Must be registered as a Social Worker under the Health Professions Act, 2000.
• -Graduate of a recognized school of social work with a Bachelor of Social Work degree.
• -Experience in working with Geriatrics.
• -Familiarity with the multi-disciplinary team concept, skill in teamwork and ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary setting.
• -Ability to initiate and direct own departmental activity.
• -Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
• What Extendicare has to offer:
• At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
• -Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• -Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• -A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• -Employee Family Assistance Program.
• -Robust benefits package.
• Time Type
• Full time
• Compensation Details
• Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.
• We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
• We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description Mission: The Social Worker maximizes the client/family's functioning within the context of rehabilitation, maintenance or palliation. The Social Worker enhances the problem solving and coping capacity of individuals and families/caregivers utilizing a variety of interventions

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