Social Worker II

Position Summary :

The Geriatric Mental Health Outreach Team (GMHOT) is a short-term specialized geriatric mental health assessment and consultation program for seniors age 65+.

The interdisciplinary team of geriatric specialists work together to optimize the mental health of seniors living in the community.

Using the principles of client-centered care, the Social Worker will provide specialty services to clients and / or caregivers which includes in-home initial assessments and care planning, crisis support / counselling related to responsive behaviors, environmental interventions and crisis stabilizations, provide appropriate referrals to ongoing services (internal and external supports), monitor and evaluate the achievement of goals, provide information, consultation / collaboration, and advocacy.

This position contributes to the hospital mission by being a team member, which ensures confidentiality, quality, and client-centered health care in the community.

Responsible for participation in departmental, hospital and educational activities, which are supportive of professional and corporate objectives.

This position will also help with potential coverage in all Outpatient & Inpatient General Rehab departments.

Qualifications :

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with seniors aged 65+ diagnosed with dementia / neurocognitive disorder and responsive behaviours and their caregivers required
• Proven crisis intervention skills and good knowledge of geriatric mental health illnesses and social problems- required
• Good knowledge of geriatric / dementia support services within Windsor and Essex County- preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with all patients, caregivers and community partners
• Clinical skills to assess signs and symptoms of the geriatric giants - preferred
• Experience with psychosocial and risk assessments
• Good problem-solving ability, and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently, and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• French Language Proficiency- an asset
• Valid Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle - required
• Our Organization strives to establish and maintain an inclusive workplace and believes that the diversity of our workforce is an invaluable asset.

We are committed to following recruitment practices that ensure all candidates are given a fair opportunity for employment with our Organization

Education and / or Certification :

• Master of Social Work- required
• Current Certification of Registration issued through the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers required
• PIECES Training- preferred
• Relevant internship / placement educational experience- an asset

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY : As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department