Heritage Lodge- Part Time; PT; Social Worker

Job Description Social Worker

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Part time

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching…