Social Services Worker

Bayshore HealthCare View all jobs

Niagara Falls, ON
Permanent
Part-time

28 days ago

Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore achieved the designation for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list. With locations across the country, including more than 80 home care offices, 11 pharmacies and over 100 community care clinics, Bayshore has more than 18,000 staff members and provides care to over 350,000 clients annually. We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, dignity and independence of all Canadians, by providing customized care plans and solutions that allow clients to remain in the comfort of their own home.Join the Bayshore Family: Enhance Care for Clients of All Ages and Backgrounds with Compassion and ExpertiseAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of clients from diverse socio-economic backgrounds? At Bayshore, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals throughout their lives, regardless of their age or socio-economic status. We’re looking for a skilled and compassionate Social Service Workers to join our Integrated Care Solutions team.Person-and family-centered care (PFCC)Person-and family-centered care (PFCC) is an approach to care that recognizes the importance of family in a patient’s life and the importance of their active involvement in planning and making decisions on health care, services and treatment, and health system reform. This approach to care provides respectful, compassionate, culturally safe, and responsive care that meets the needs, values, beliefs, and preferences of the patient, their family, and others identified as significant to their life from diverse backgrounds and settingsPart-time Position Available: Requires at least 2 days a week of daytime/weekday availabilityHome Care Position: pays a per visit rate and mileage in-between clientsAreas of Service: Niagara Falls, St. Catherine's and WellandDuties and Responsibilities

Implement Care Plans: Execute social and wellness care plans under the supervision of a Licensed Social Worker. Provide in-person and virtual support for wellness checks, food and housing security, and social connections.
Community and Resource Management: Follow up on community service referrals, manage patient transportation, and advise clients on available resources. Facilitate referrals and assist in discharge planning when social work intervention is no longer needed.
Caseload and Record Management: Efficiently manage caseloads and maintain treatment records in compliance with the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Service Workers standards.
Client Support and Education: Use a client-centered approach to address psychosocial issues, provide relevant educational resources, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Professional Development and Collaboration: Engage in ongoing professional development, maintain confidentiality, and build positive relationships within the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Adapt to a dynamic environment and perform additional tasks as assigned.

QualificationsQualifications and RequirementsPosses a diploma in Social Service Work or equivalentBe an active member in good standing of the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Possess general computer skills and have access to a computer with appropriate password protection and internet capabilities
Minimum of two years of community-based therapy experience (preferred)

Be able to drive, hold a current, valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle in good operating condition (preferred)Provide a police clearance (Vulnerable Sector Check) that meets the Bayshore Home Health policyProvide TB proof that meets the Bayshore Home Health policyHold a current CPR certificate (CPR-C or BLS and is only acceptable a year after issue)As Canada’s largest and best homecare company, join us as we continue our 50+ year tradition of supporting our Social Workers to make “being the difference” a Career!Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.“At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.”Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.

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