Social Worker - Newmarket, Canada - York Region

York Region

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Newmarket, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

Reporting to the Supervisor, Hostel Programs, is responsible for participating in the assessment and resolution of a diversity of complex issues facing clients in programs delivered by the Social Services Branch; developing and maintaining positive and cooperative partnerships in the Branch and between local community service providers and clients; and assisting individuals and their families to identify alternative service options and to obtain the most appropriate services to enable them to maintain their housing, employment and/or child care services.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitates/mediates the resolution of difficult, complex problems the client is facing which are resulting in barriers to service access, and/or selfsufficiency by working with individuals and families; assesses and determines causes, outlining implications regarding their future status and developing options/recommendations to deescalate crisis situations and resolve issues.
Provides counselling and case management to assist individuals and their families to function in the community.
Provides crisis intervention in urgent client situations; assesses and recommends solutions, referrals etc., as required.
Maintains records and statistical data; prepares reports, as directed.
Liaises with clients, health care professionals, agencies, etc., to provide counselling and to address client concerns.
Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
May occasionally be required to respond to emergency situations outside of normal business hours, as related to the Departmental Emergency Plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of a University Degree in Social Work from an accredited university.
Must hold a Social Worker Certificate of Registration with the College of Certified Social Workers

and Social Services Workers.

Minimum two (2) years' experience in an individual 1:1 intensive counselling position, working in the field of adult mental health, addictions and/or social services.
Complemented by demonstrated skills in identifying and resolving a diversity of social issues related to community services.
Satisfactory Police Criminal Background Check.
Valid Ontario Class "G" driver's license and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.