Job Title:Social Worker BSW
Position Status: Full Time
Job Category:Long-Term Care Recreation & Leisure
Union:Non-Union
Division:Long-Term Care
Facility:Marshall Gowland Manor & North Lambton Lodge
City:Sarnia and Forest, Ontario, Canada
Number Of Positions:1
Hours of Work:35 hours/week, Monday to Friday
Wage Rate:$36.97 - $44.01/Hour
Date Posted:November 1, 2021
Closing Date:November 7, 2021
Starting Date:November 29, 2021
Company Biography
The County of Lambton is an urban-rural area in southwestern Ontario that is home to over 126,000 residents. The Corporation's seven divisions operate programs and services for the residents of Lambton County such as land ambulance, provincial offences court, three Long-Term Care Homes, 25 library branches, two museums, an art gallery, archives, local roadways, public health services, housing services, social services, building services and planning and development services. Lambton County is a community dedicated to economic growth, environmental stewardship and an enhanced quality of life through the provision of responsive and efficient services and collaborative efforts with its municipal and community partners.
Position Overview
The Social Worker BSW implements social work services to the Long-Term Care Division's residents and families. They will work with residents in the Home to identify their psychosocial, mental and emotional needs along with providing, developing and/or aiding in access of services to meet those needs.
The incumbent will foster a climate and routines that enable residents to maximize their individuality, independence and dignity. This climate shall provide residents with the highest practical level of physical, mental and psychosocial well-being and quality of life.
Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership and Communication:
• May be required to complete educational presentations to staff; other agencies; family groups (i.e. Family Council) to assist in increasing awareness/education
• Educate staff regarding the role of the Social Worker in the Home, the psychosocial needs of the residents and their families/significant others including age related changes and disability, cultural diversity, each staff member's importance when caring for residents, residents' rights and how to recognize and prevent abuse, neglect and mistreatment
• Educate residents and families/significant others regarding their rights and responsibilities, effective problem solving and the extent of community, health and social services that are available to them, including those necessary for effective discharge planning
• Consults with the MSW Social Work (Lead) regarding clinical issues when necessary
Documentation and Meeting:
• Maintain records, reports and statistics necessary for program functioning and evaluation
• Act as part of the Interdisciplinary team, chart care provided, behaviours and incidents, respond to resident and family inquiries, complete RAI-MDS assessments, provide information/documentation to other agencies, service providers and maintain clinical notes
• Liaise with a variety of consumer groups and community service providers to provide clients with access to the appropriate programs. Examples would include Canadian Mental Health, Community Legal Assistance, Local Health Integration Network, Consent and Capacity Board, Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee and Alzheimer’s Society
• Knowledge of legislation and information surrounding Consent and Capacity; Power of Attorney and Substitute Decision making to assist in advocating on residents' behalf. Ability to support residents in decision making and remain non-judgemental and recognize that individuals have the right to make choices that others may not agree with
• Represent the appropriate department on various internal and external committees related to this client group, in order to enhance their quality of life and self-sufficiency
• Participate in meetings, staff education and act as resources for other staff as requested
• Liaise with community agencies and supports to ensure that all requirements are in place to assist in a successful transition from Long Term Care to the community
Resident Care:
• Assists Long-Term Care residents and their families in dealing with the transition of moving into a Long-Term Care Home. Provide support and/or counselling to aid in dealing with difficulties related to aging and living in Long Term Care Will ensure supports are in place for residents (and their families) experiencing issues related to substance abuse and mental illness. Provide support and information to staff as required
• Provide support in accessing outside resources to assist in obtaining items residents may not have coverage for such as dental, glasses, medication, special devices etc. Knowledge of additional supports available from agencies such as Salvation Army; Inn of the Good Shepherd; Pathways; Trillium Drug Program etc.
• Continue to develop knowledge base/appropriate skills related to social service support and assistance, mental illness and issues related to geriatrics
• Provide individual and group psycho-education and clinical support, ensure resident and family are supported during palliative and end-of-life phase, complete social history assessments, conduct tours, arrange resources for residents, and facilitate return to the community where applicable
General:
• Incumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribed
• Incumbents must possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands Analysis
These describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbents in this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties in the classification. Other duties may be assigned.
Supervision Requirements
Direct Supervision: None
Indirect Supervision: None
Functional Authority: None
Minimum Formal Education
• A Bachelor's of Social Work (BSW) degree is required for this position
• Eligible for or in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers
Experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of mental illness and treatment in the position’s areas of responsibility
• A good knowledge of community agencies and support groups
• Experience in counselling, assessment, and crisis intervention skills with an understanding of client difficulties related to economics, education, victims of family violence, physical or psychiatric impairments, aging, addiction and isolation
• Must possess excellent communication and interview skills in dealing with a diverse client group
• A good understanding of appropriate federal, provincial and municipal legislation and regulations related to areas of responsibility
Wage Rate: $36.97 - $44.01/Hour
Sophia Barnes
Employee Services Coordinator
Human Resources Department
Corporation of the County of Lambton
789 Broadway St. Wyoming, ON N0N 1T0
Phone: 519-845-0809 ext. 5375
Email: sophia.barnes@county-lambton.on.ca
Applications are accepted online until 11:59pm on Sunday, November 07, 2021. Please visit www.lambtononline.ca/jobs and select job posting J1021-1439 Social Worker BSW to apply.
