Social Worker – Extendicare Oakview Place

Job Description

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our leadership team, you will assume ultimate responsibility for providing high quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff. If you’re passionate about leading a team that is committed to quality care and driven by innovation and growth, join us!

What you’ll be doing

• Provides a complete resident admission process including tours, admission, discharge, and occupancy tracking.
• Acts as liaison as appropriate, with families. Provide counselling or group sessions for resident and families as identified.
• Maintains established department plans, policies, and procedures to meet regulatory and Extendicare standards, including quality assurance.
• Manages the quality care programs including Guardian Angel, Health Tracking, Behaviour Management, Ethics, and Palliative Care.
• Participates in providing in-service programs for residents and families as needed.
• Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, etc. for both residents and department in accordance with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Acts in an advocacy role as appropriate.
• Satisfy Health Record as they pertain to the department (MDS experience an asset)
• Liaises with government officials, Extendicare consultants, and other professionals in relation to resident care needs and department activities.

What you bring

• Degree in Social Work from an accredited University preferred.
• Previous experience in long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations.
• Competency in conducting individual counselling and group sessions.
• Computer literate

What you’ll get

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type:

Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.