The Social Worker maximizes the client/family's functioning within the context of rehabilitation, maintenance or palliation, enhancing their problem-solving and coping capacity through a variety of interventions
Job Summary
The Social Worker maximizes the client/family's functioning within the context of rehabilitation, maintenance or palliation, enhancing their problem-solving and coping capacity through a variety of interventions.
Key responsibilities include screening applications, conducting tours, coordinating admissions, acting as a Resident/family advocate, and participating in multi-disciplinary care planning.
Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning, opportunities for advancement, a rewarding work experience, an Employee Family Assistance Program, and a robust benefits package.
Matching Summary
The Social Worker maximizes the client/family's functioning within the context of rehabilitation, maintenance or palliation, enhancing their problem-solving and coping capacity through a variety of interventions.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Client/family functioning maximization
Problem-solving and coping enhancement
Resident and family advocacy
Multi-disciplinary team collaboration
Social work program development
Documentation and statistical reporting
Nice-to-have
Ethical conduct and integrity
Life-long learning and growth
Rewarding and meaningful work
Teamwork and collaboration
Key Requirements
Registered Social Worker under Health Professions Act, 2000
Bachelor of Social Work degree
Experience with Geriatrics
Familiarity with multi-disciplinary team concept
Ability to initiate and direct departmental activity