Social Service Worker - Ottawa, Canada - Extendicare

Extendicare

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

Participates in resident admission process including tours, admission, transfers, discharge, and occupancy tracking.
Acts as liaison with families and advocate for residents to ensure they are allowed and encouraged to exercise their rights
Participates in the interdisciplinary team process of resident assessment, care planning and evaluation to ensure services are planned according to individual resident and family needs.
Provides therapeutic services through individual and group counseling for residents and families, documents on resident's record and evaluates effectiveness of these programs.
Coordinates services of Psychogeriatric Consultant in support of staff caring for residents.
Adheres to established department plans, policies, procedures and quality assurance program to meet all regulatory and Extendicare standards.
Provides inservice programs for home staff, residents, and families. Encourages and supports professional growth and development of staff.
Liaises with educational institutions and provides supervision to social service work students during field practicum. Promotes other quality initiatives and programs designed to enhance resident care.
Maintains all required records, reports, statistics and documentation for both residents and department in accordance with policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
Participates on committees related to resident care and operation of the home as required.
Liaises and consults with community partners, company resources and professionals in relation to resident care needs and department activities.
Acknowledges and requests referral to a Social Worker for areas beyond scope of practice
Acts as Resident Council Assistant.
Assists with recruitment, screening, orienting, and recognizing volunteers
Other duties as assigned by the Administrator

Time Type:
Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you're joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.