Description
Reporting to the Director of Care, and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker will provide support according to the Behavior Support Ontario (BSO) initiative. He/she will be responsible for the planning and coordination of resident interventions related to their social and emotional well-being, provision of emotional support to families and liaison with community resources as applicable. The focus will be on the BSO target population of residents exhibiting challenging and complex behaviors that are associated with dementia, as well as those who are prone to exhibiting these behaviors due to cognitive impairments.
Duties:
- Acts as the liaison with the Home and Community Care Branch of the NE LHIN to coordinate resident admissions to the home, and in collaboration with the Director of Care/designate reviews applications and accepts admissions.
- Coordinates tours of the home for prospective residents and their families prior to admission.
- Performs psychosocial assessments on all new residents.
- Provides leadership and expertise to the interdisciplinary team process of resident assessment to ensure that services are individualized.
- Coordinates/participates in interdisciplinary decision-making within teams and on a one-to-one basis.
- Applies knowledge of dementia and its effect on the resident, family members and care givers in the planning and coordination of resident care.
- Trains and/or advises staff in behavioral service delivery and acts as a mentor/coach to caregivers.
- Develops and facilitates education for staff with the goal to increase capacity in caring for residents exhibiting challenging and complex behaviors.
- Develops resident plans of care that support the principles of privacy, cultural diversity, intimacy, dignity and quality of life.
- Uses BSO care protocols, tools and any other approaches as per the LHIN BSO Action Plan.
- Accepts referrals from staff and provides support e.g. palliation and end-of-life care; caregiver burnout; complex behaviors and others.
- Identifies resident-centered strategies for responding to behaviors, and supports the team in implementation and evaluation.
- Liaises with community BSO resources in the planning of resident-centered interventions.
- Maintains communication and collaboration among LTC homes and other providers to facilitate partnerships, knowledge transfer, and the spread of best practices.
- Develops, implements and evaluates relevant policies and procedures related to the BSO and Social Work program.
- Attends initial, annual and special resident care conferences and/or provides reports/input as requested.
- Chairs the Ethics Committee, and other committees as requested.
- Completes documentation as required in the residents’ health record and in accordance with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
- Ensures compliance with relevant legislation and accreditation standards.
- Participates in relevant BSO Provincial Coordinating Office (PCO) collaboratives and other working groups.
- Contributes to the Home’s QI program by reporting on quarterly BSO activities as well as additional LTC indicators aligned with measuring the impact of the BSO initiative, as defined by the NE LHIN.
Qualifications:
- BSW from a recognized university required, MSW would be considered an asset.
- Additional education in gerontology an asset.
- Must be a member in good standing of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
- Prior experience in a long-term care setting an asset.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill working with individuals with dementia, and those with complex behaviors.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007, inspection protocols, compliance requirements and Ontario Regulation 79/10
- Training/knowledge of GPA, P.I.E.C.E.S, etc. or willingness to receive training.
- Understanding of the principles of Behavioral Supports Ontario (BSO) and familiarity with the LHIN BSO Action Plan.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to interpret legislation, prepare and deliver reports, develop policies and effectively communicate information to various audiences.
- Strong problem-solving skills to be innovative and creative in developing strategies that successfully meet the needs of residents.
- Previous experience coordinating teams and activities with positive outcomes.
- Organizational skills to prioritize work and ensure deadlines are met.
- A working knowledge of computers, their application and related programs and software as required to communicate and generate necessary reports.
- Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
Additional information
SALARY & BENEFITS: As per the Non-Union Remuneration and Benefits Program – UNDER REVIEW
All applications must be received in the Human Resources Department by the closing date of April 6, 2018.
BY MAIL: 220 Algonquin Blvd. East Timmins, ON P4N 1B3
HAND DELIVERY: 236 Algonquin Blvd. East, 2nd Floor Timmins, ON P4N 1B2
VIA FAX: 705-360-2685 VIA EMAIL: human_resources@timmins.ca Phone: 705-360-2628 www.timmins.ca
“Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Although we may have your application on file, you must re-apply for this specific competition. Pour de l’information en français, veuillez appeler le 360-2600, poste 2312.”
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
