Social Worker

Job Overview

Looking for a rewarding career? PLAN A is the Health Care Employer of Choice! We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in as a Social Worker / Social Services Worker, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, reporting to the Executive Director / Administrator in the Home. As the Social Worker, you will support / assist residents with managing their overall well-being. You will advocate for the resident as requested, respecting their rights under the Resident Bill of Rights. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, you will support the residents and family members in understanding their plan of care. You will assist to achieve and maintain occupancy targets.

Plan A offers:

Competitive rates from $40- $45* per hour
Multiple onboarding incentives available*
Extended Health Care Benefits*
Dental Care Benefits*
Work-Life Balance
Life Insurance
Vision coverage
Pick up shifts with your phone – using our ‘StaffStat’ app
Orientation provided for each home
24/7 office support – we are just a phone call away!
A-Mazing Staff Incentives and Perks:

Referral bonuses
Contests
Giveaways
Recognition and support
Tuition reimbursement
Paid Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance*
Paid CPR*
Choose a company that supports you! We’ve saved you a place where you are VALUED.
Our employees report:

Strong Work-life Balance
Great Wages and Employee Perks
Flexible Scheduling
Benefits
Leadership Support
A Great Workplace Culture
Student Opportunities

Who is Plan A?

Plan A’s staffing strategy is built for long-term growth and sustainability. We are a forward-thinking, fast-growing company that is dedicated specifically to supporting senior’s care and you, our Health Care Professionals! Shifts would be early morning, afternoon, evening, overnight.

Bring your unique talents and thirst for changing things for the better, and we will give you an environment that supports and values you. At Plan A, we remove the barriers to exceptional careers and take enormous pride in our culture, it is how we achieve better.

Does this sound like a career that would interest you? Join Plan A today…change your tomorrow.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the admission process in the home and completes all occupancy tracking.
Provide counselling support to residents and family members.
Conduct tours of the home to potential resident and family members.
Coordinate and maintain a good relationship with outside agencies and stakeholders.
Organize and attend interdisciplinary care conferences including special care conferences.
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives in the home.
Complete program evaluations and assigned audits.
Chair of the Ethics Committee in the home, if assigned.
Participate on the Palliative Care Team / Committee as assigned.
Prepare all admission packages for the home.
Act as a resource to the internal Behavioural Supports Ontario team.
Comply with Plan A’s guiding principles, all regulatory requirements, and respect the Resident Bill of Rights.
Meet with Resident Council and Family Council monthly, as requested.
Facilitate internal room transfers.
Facilitate discharges from the home.
Lead the rate reduction application process for residents annually.
Coordinate family education sessions (virtually and in-person) as requested.
Act in an advocacy role as appropriate to support residents.
Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Work Degree from a recognized university OR Social Services Worker Diploma from a recognized college.
Minimum of 2 years experience in the health care sector
Bilingualism is an asset.
Flexible with working hours to provide evening support as required.
Palliative Care experience an asset.
Knowledge of Behaviour Supports Ontario an asset.
Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices, principles, and legislation
Excellent active listening skills.
Empathetic, with a passion and focus on the person-centred approach.
Strong problem-solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to foster collaboration, teamwork, and the ability to work with a diverse population.
Excellent teamwork and team-building skills.
A high degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability.
Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Politically and culturally sensitive.
Committed to staff and resident privacy.
Tuberculosis testing within the last two years; Steps 1 & 2; or an X-Ray from the previous five years showing a clear result.
Able to provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
Proof of current immunization in accordance with Plan A policy.
Current membership with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers required, and in good standing.
Do you think you have what it takes to succeed at Plan A? We cannot wait to meet you! Do you know someone who works as hard as you? Refer them and have them join you.

Be part of our growing team. Send in your resume today!

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