Social Worker BSW
Social Worker BSW
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$ 41 - 49
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Job Description
Division: LongTerm Care
Job Status: Temporary Full Time
Number of Positions: 1
Hours of Work: 35 hours/week
Wage Rate: $41.59 to $49.52/hour
Posting Date: Monday May 5 2025
Closing Date: Sunday May 18 2025
Company Biography
The County of Lambton is an urbanrural area in southwestern Ontario that is home to over 126000 residents. The Corporations seven divisions operate programs and services for the residents of Lambton County such as land ambulance provincial offences court three LongTerm 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 Summary
The Social Worker BSW implements social work services to the LongTerm Care Divisions Elders and families. They will work with Elders 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 Elders to maximize their individuality independence and dignity. This climate shall provide Elders with the highest practical level of physical mental and psychosocial wellbeing and quality of life.
Job 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 Elders and their families/significant others including age related changes and disability cultural diversity each staff members importance when caring for Elders residents rights and how to recognize and prevent abuse neglect and mistreatment
Educate Elders 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 Elder and family inquiries complete RAIMDS 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 Alzheimers Society
Knowledge of legislation and information surrounding Consent and Capacity; Power of Attorney and Substitute Decision making to assist in advocating on Elders behalf. Ability to support Elders in decision making and remain nonjudgemental 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 selfsufficiency
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
Elder Care:
Assists LongTerm Care Elders and their families in dealing with the transition of moving into a LongTerm 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 Elders (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 Elders 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 psychoeducation and clinical support ensure Elder and family are supported during palliative and endoflife phase complete social history assessments conduct tours arrange resources for Elders and facilitate return to the community where applicable
General:
Incumbents must keep uptodate 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 positions 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: Not applicable
Indirect Supervision: Not applicable
Functional Authority: Not applicable
Credentials Required
Minimum Formal Education
A Bachelors 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 positions 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
Employment Type
Full-Time
