Social service worker Jobs in Sherwood Park, AB

Employment Type : Permanent Part-Time

Hours of Work : Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays 8 : 00am - 4 : 15pm

31 hours per week, 0.80 FTE

For nearly 50 years, St. Michael’s Health Group (SMHG) has been committed to delivering exceptional, compassionate care while enriching the lives of the communities we serve. As a trusted provider of seniors’ care, we offer a range of accommodations, including a fully accredited Continuing Care Home Type A facility for 153 Residents, and various supportive living and assisted living options in Edmonton, Vegreville, and Spruce Grove. Our passion for seniors’ well-being is at the heart of everything we do. Through dedication, patience, and a deep commitment to quality care, we create a warm, supportive environment where residents feel valued and respected. Every day, our team upholds this philosophy, ensuring that everyone receives the compassionate, personalized care they deserve. To learn more about us, please visit About SMHG .

Reporting to the Director, Resident Care , Tatsiana Haidukevich, the Social Worker will provide support to Residents and Families by coordinating legal processes, liaising with community resources, coordinating companion care, advocating on Resident / Family behalf with Physicians, Resident care team members, and external agencies; providing counselling and / or information on disease progression, goals of care, and end-of-life care; and contributing to the development and review of Resident-specific plans of care.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide support to Residents and Families by :
• Coordinating legal processes (such as enactment of Personal Directives, Enduring Power of Attorney, and appointment of Guardianship & Trusteeship);
• Liaising with community resources;
• Advocating on Resident / Family behalf with Physicians, Resident care team members, and external agencies;
• Providing counselling and information on disease progression, goals of care, and end-of-life care;
• Contributing to the development and review of Resident-specific plans of care;
• Providing education to families on dementia and supporting the care team in responsive behavior management.

The Social Worker also assists residents and families with applications for financial support to applicable senior support programs.

Our Ideal Candidate Qualifications :

Preference will be given to applicants with previous Social Work experience in a health / long-term care setting, caring for seniors, and assisting people living with dementia and complex care needs.

All successful candidates must have, prior to start date :

At St. Michael’s , we are committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, seeking qualified candidates who enrich our community with diverse ideas, perspectives, and experiences. We encourage applications from individuals with varied cultural, educational, and professional backgrounds who are dedicated to our mission of providing Care with Love and Dignity .

Why Join SMHG :

Based on employment terms, benefits may include :

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