SummaryRegistered 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 ResponsibilitiesAssist the client in identifying care plan goals to ensure that the client’s psychosocial needs are met, enhancing their overall quality of lifeProvide individual counseling to help elders cope with grief, trauma, dementia, depression, and anxietyConduct psychosocial assessments including evaluating a client’s cognitive function, mental health, living situation, and social determinants of health to determine appropriate careCollaborate with social and health care services to ensure a holistic approach to client careRefer to appropriate cultural, social and health care servicesCaregiver support:



Provide education and resources to prevent caregiver burnoutRequirementsMandatoryMinimum bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW). Masters level preferred (MSW)Must be in positive standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)Criminal record and vulnerable sector checksKnowledgeStrong knowledge of geriatric-specific assessment tools and understanding of age-related mental health challengesKnowledge of Substitute Decision-Making and capacity considerationsUnderstanding and sensitivity for the Anishinaabe cultureAbilityAbility to speak Anishinaabemowin is an assetWork ConditionsFrequent interruptions within the office environmentFrequent travel across the Manitoulin Island district required#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Registered Social Worker- Older Adult Services (55+) (Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands)
🏢 Noojmowin Teg Health Centre
📍 Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands