The Region of Durham is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within our organization and the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are Indigenous, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our workforce, including those who experience systemic barriers.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request, based on any Code-protected ground.

Lakeview Manor
This position is located at Lakeview Manor in Beaverton, Ontario.

Social Worker
Reporting to the Director of Care, the Social Worker is responsible for providing support, counselling and education to residents, family members, staff and the community at large to create a harmonious living and working environment, under the umbrella of Innovative Person-Centered Care.

Specifically, the incumbent will:

Encourage and support an Innovative Person-Centered Care (IPPC) environment

Respond to inquiries from all stakeholders about the Home's programs and services and act as a referrral source and liaison to those seeking information pertaining to long term care, resident care, aging and palliative care

Coordinate and support internal transfers in conjunction with appropriate legislation

Provide supportive counselling services and coordinate problem solving meetings withresidents, families and other stakeholders, as deemed necessary

Complete resident post-admission psycho-social assessments to meet the MLTC regulations

Engage with various community-based agencies or programs, as deemed necessary

Participate and engage in various internal committees and meetings, such as Palliative Care, Ethics, P.I.E.C.E.S. and Family Support Group

Act as a resource to staff and management,



and develop and deliver education on various regional and home specific policies and procedures, including problem solving, communication, ethics and abuse free care

Schedule and attend care conferences as required

Participate in CQI initiatives and Accreditation process

Work with the interprofessional teams to coordinate resident specific services, such as memorial services and final Farewell

Be available to work weekends and evenings, as needed

The successful applicant will possess:

A University Degree in Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology or Social Work) or equivalent; a Master's Degree in Social Work is preferred

Current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers as a Social Worker (SW)

Several years relevant experience in a health care setting, preferably working in a residential setting such as a long-term care facility

Formal training in gerontology, along with knowledge of aging, disease, death and dying

Comprehensive knowledge of the Fixing Long Term Care (FLTC) Act and other relevant policies, procedures and legislation

Demonstrated problem solving, conflict resolution, mediation, negotiationand counselling skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, coupled with strong facilitation and presentation abilities

Working knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Electronic health care record (eHCR)

Extensive knowledge in palliative care and the use of ethical frameworks when solving problems

P.I.E.C.E.S certification preferred

Proven organizational,



time management and project management skills

The ability to work collaboratively with residents, family members and members of the interdisciplinary health care team

Ability to maintain confidentiality and unconditional positive regard, and empathetic ability to develop therapeutic relationships

Management & Exempt Salary Grade 4

Salary: $90,818 to $113,523 per annum

Conditions of Employment
All applicants are expected to comply with the Region of Durham's Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct Policies throughout the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated within six (6) months from date of hire. Additionally, tuberculosis screening will be required in accordance with the FLTCAct (O.Reg. 246/22). Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will also be collected. Finally, compliance with the Mask Fit Testing Program is required and will be coordinated as part of the orientation process.

The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment prospect and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at [email protected] and aRecruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region's Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Follow us on social media @RegionofDurham.

The Region of Durham may utilize artificial intelligence to assist in the preliminary assessment of applicant qualifications and submitted materials. These tools are used for the purpose of supporting and enhancing an evaluation by a human decision-maker and any information provided by AI to a human decision-maker is not determinative. Final decisions are made solely by authorized human decision-makers.

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📌 Social Worker (Ontario)
🏢 Durham Region
📍 Ontario