Social Worker - Personal Care Home - Repost

Position Overview

As a member of the multi-disciplinary team, the Social Worker - Personal Care Home is responsible for the provision of social work services to residents and their families. This includes counselling, consultation, education and advocacy. The incumbent is involved in the identification of concerns within the facility and works collaboratively with all staff to implement appropriate interventions to meet the psycho-social needs of residents.

The incumbent will exercise the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Experience

• One (1) year previous experience as a Social Worker in a long-term care setting.
• Previous experience work within a multi-disciplinary team.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an accredited Faculty of Social Work.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current registration with the Manitoba College of Social Workers.

Qualifications and Skills

• Personal Care Home Standards regulation.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.