Social Worker, Communicable Diseases

Social Worker

Health Services Communicable Diseases

Status: (1) Contract Full Time (Duration: 13 Months)

Salary Range: $92151 - $115189

Hiring Range: $92151 - $103670 (per annum comprehensive benefits)

Work Mode: Hybrid * see below for more details about this work mode

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street Mississauga

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Make a Difference in Community Health

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for an opportunity to create real impact in the lives of individuals and families At Peel Region were committed to promoting health and supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Join our team and help empower clients as they navigate challenges related to communicable diseases housing settlement and overall well-being.

Why This Role Matters:

As a Social Worker in the Tuberculosis Program within the Communicable Diseases Division youll play a vital role in delivering and coordinating social work services for individuals families groups and communities. Youll support clients diagnosed with Tuberculosis facing other health challenges such as HIV/AIDS and chronic illness and social challenges that may impact their treatment success like housing and food insecurity mental health addictions settlement issues and access to resources.

This role offers variety and purpose no two days are alike. From conducting home visits and community outreach to collaborating with health professionals and advocating for clients youll be at the forefront of building healthier stronger communities in Peel.

What Youll Do:

• Provides social work services to individuals families groups and the community in line with Peel Public Healths specific policies and procedures professional standards.
• Carry out work in diverse community settings client homes shelters schools community agencies and Peel Public Health offices.
• Conduct assessments and provide counselling education and guidance on socio-economic settlement financial employment and health-related issues.
• Perform independent home visits and assist clients/families in achieving goals related to health and communicable disease management (e.g. TB treatment completion).
• Deliver ongoing therapeutic counselling for clients facing complex challenges including addictions sexual abuse family violence food and housing insecurity and bereavement.
• Provide crisis intervention and make referrals to appropriate authorities (e.g. Childrens Aid Society) in accordance with legislation.
• Maintain accurate documentation and client records in compliance with divisional policies and professional standards.
• Collaborate with community partners such as schools agencies and hospitals to support coordinated client care.
• Facilitates access to Region of Peel programs and services and advocate on behalf of clients and families
• Participate in case conferences contribute to program development and evaluation and support internal policy and resource creation and implementation
• Mentors new staff and students deliver educational workshops within the community and present at professional conferences
• Appears and gives evidence in court and inquests when subpoenaed in consultation with management and legal services
• Supports Public Health and Regional urgent responses as required
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity equity and inclusion through continuous development modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias.

What You Bring:

• A Bachelor or Master of Social Work degree from a recognized university and membership in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Experience working with challenging and high-risk client situations (e.g. addictions sex work victims of violence street-involved individuals mental health issues housing insecurity refugee and asylum claimants)
• Experience working with clients with communicable diseases including Tuberculosis and STI/HIV/AIDS
• Experience providing counselling related to social health settlement and housing issues using culturally appropriate approaches and trauma-informed practice.
• Understanding of Peels diverse communities and the unique issues affecting marginalized populations (refugees recent immigrants low-income 2SLGBTQI racialized groups)
• Demonstrated experience in health promotion community development and experience working in an outreach capacity
• Must possess a valid drivers license and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.

Skills and Strengths:

• Excellent assessment and counselling skills
• Knowledge of and ability to access community and social service agencies
• Knowledge of relevant Regional and Provincial legislation including Substitute Decisions Act MFIPPA PHIPA and policies and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle challenging conversations and situations
• Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative strategies that meet client needs.
• Flexible and organized; able to manage competing demands and respond to client needs as they arise.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity equity and inclusion through continuous development modeling inclusive behaviours proactively managing bias.

Be a Part of Something Bigger

At Peel Public Health youll join a collaborative team that values innovation inclusion and community. This is more than a jobits a chance to make a real difference in peoples lives contribute to healthier futures and grow your skills across diverse settings. Apply today and help shape better health for all.

Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health Dental Vision benefit plan including psychological health effective start date
• Eligible to enroll into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion

Work Mode: In this role youll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum oftwo days per week on-siteis expected with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

Its important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that were compliant with all regulations and policies.

Interview:Ourrecruitmentprocesswill include video conference technology

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Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200000 businesses.

Were working to create a community that is safe inclusive and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6700 strong and since 1974 weve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services health programs long-term care and services for seniors child care support garbage collection and recycling waste water and water treatment road maintenance financial assistance and housing support.

Recognized by Canadas Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity practices inclusion recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together its impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You wont find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact

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