Summary
Registered Social Worker – Older Adult Services (55+) specializes in supporting Anishinabek adults and their families. The social worker will provide direct mental health counseling, conduct psychosocial assessments, and navigate complex healthcare transitions, with a goal of maximizing clients’ independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the client in identifying care plan goals to ensure that the client’s psychosocial needs are met, enhancing their overall quality of life

Provide individual counseling to help elders cope with grief, trauma, dementia, depression, and anxiety

Conduct psychosocial assessments including evaluating a client’s cognitive function, mental health, living situation, and social determinants of health to determine appropriate care

Collaborate with social and health care services to ensure a holistic approach to client care

Refer to appropriate cultural, social and health care services

Caregiver support:



Provide education and resources to prevent caregiver burnout

Requirements
Mandatory

Minimum bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW). Masters level preferred (MSW)

Must be in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

Criminal record and vulnerable sector checks

Knowledge

Solid knowledge of geriatric-specific assessment tools and understanding of age-related mental health challenges

Knowledge of Substitute Decision-Making and capacity considerations

Understanding and sensitivity for the Anishinaabe culture

Ability
Ability to speak Anishinaabemowin is an asset

Work Conditions
Frequent interruptions within the office environment

Frequent travel across the Manitoulin Island district required

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📌 Registered Social Worker- Older Adult Services (55+) (Ontario)
🏢 Noojmowin Teg Health Centre
📍 Ontario