Posted Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Location: Scarborough

Position: Social Worker (Full Time, 8am-4pm)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Receive and respond appropriately to inquiries pertaining to Southbridge Roseview which relate to new resident placement, including conducting tours of the home with prospective residents;

To conduct 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; Navigates the resident/family thru the admission process including coordination with the LHIN;

To promote and facilitate a Resident-oriented workplace, acting as a Resident/family advocate. Coordinates and is the homes liaison person for Family Council. Leads the Customer Service program within the home;

Coordinate, plan and participate in annual and new admission interdisciplinary team care conferences for residents;

To plan, organize and carry out social work programs/services to meet the ongoing psychosocial needs of the Residents and their families/advocates;

Provides palliative care support to residents and family as needed;

Examines and acts on matters concerning possible financial abuse or emotional abuse of a resident and works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to address the issue;





Leads the ethics committee for the home and is available to staff to consult with regarding ethical dilemmas within the home, and works collaboratively with staff to resolve ethical dilemmas;

Participates on committees related to resident care and operation of the facility as required;

To function as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in planning overall Resident care;

To provide 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.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Registered under the Social Work & Social Service Act, 1998; 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;

Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Social Worker in a clinical setting;

Strong knowledge base for mental health issues;

Excellent team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills;

Ability to respond to crisis situations with demonstrated critical thinking;

Demonstrated ability to function as a team player;

Good communication and interpersonal skills;

French Language skills will be considered an asset;

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📌 SOCIAL WORKER (Ontario)
🏢 Southbridge Care Homes
📍 Ontario