Permanent Full Time Social Worker (MSW)
Permanent Full Time Social Worker (MSW)
Permanent Full Time Social Worker (MSW)
File No: OP-24-57
Date Posted: March 28, 2024
Closing Date: Until Filled
Location: Ongwanada Resource Centre
Date of Vacancy: April 15, 2024
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours weekly
Wage: Hourly: Start – $33.30 6 Months – $34.30 One Year – $35.36
Reason: New Position
POSITION: To provide social work services to individuals with developmental disabilities affiliated with Ongwanada and their families.
Safety is a priority of Ongwanada. Staff are responsible for maintaining their competencies, promoting safety and are accountable for effective person-served care. Employees are expected to follow all safe working practices established by Ongwanada for the protection of the health and safety of all workers, persons-served and visitors and to identify and report actual or potentially unsafe situations.
DUTIES:
- Conducts psychosocial assessment and case coordination;
- Coordinating service planning and providing updates to community planning tables as required;
- Collaborating with the inter professional team and community based service providers;
- Navigating the service system on behalf of individuals and their families;
- Leading team communications with individuals and their families regarding services;
- Other related duties as required.
- Provide individual, group, family and couples therapy using the appropriate theoretical framework;
For the complete position description please refer to the “staff login” section of the Ongwanada website (www.ongwanada.com ) or contact Human Resources.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
- Master of Social Work with five years direct clinical experience preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience would be considered;
- Current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers;
- Experience conducting psychosocial assessment and providing individual and family therapy;
- Understanding of case management principles, diagnostic criteria and clinical experience in assessment formulation and report writing;
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with a dual diagnosis;
- Valid G Driving License with full driving privileges, insurance and access to a reliable vehicle;
- Excellent knowledge of community resources; Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Familiar with use of Microsoft Office; excellent time management and organizational skill;
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and attend work on a regular basis;
- Bilingualism (French and English) an asset;
Please submit a Cover Letter & Current Resume quoting file number to Human Resources Generalist
Ongwanada
191 Portsmouth Avenue
Kingston, ON K7M 8A6 Fax (613) 548-8135
Email: careers@ongwanada.com