Social Work in Long-Term Care, Nithview Community & Greenwood Court

Social Work in Long-Term Care

Nithview Community, Tri-County Mennonite Homes, New Hamburg, ON

Greenwood Court, Tri-County Mennonite Homes, Stratford, ON

We have an immediate opportunity for a Social Worker at Nithview Community in New Hamburg and Greenwood Court in Stratford.

The primary goal of the Social Worker is to utilize a person-centred approach to care and to work collaboratively with residents, caregivers, and other team members at both our long-term care homes Greenwood Court and Nithview Community.

This role is also accountable for overseeing Spiritual Care needs for residents, planning liturgies and worship services for observances of religious feasts and supports multi-faith programming and education.

Additional functions include coordination of pastoral care at the end of life and support to families and staff dealing with grief and loss.

The ideal candidate will be self-directed, energetic, and creative, able to respond to the diverse spiritual needs of patients, families, and staff.

They will serve as an integral member of an interdisciplinary care team ministering to culturally diverse populations in a faith-based, publicly funded healthcare context.

The Social Worker will hold individual :

Qualifications :

• Relevant Degree / Diploma (SSW, BSW, MSW)
• Current registration with good standing with the Canadian Association of Social Workers and / or Ontario College of Social workers is mandatory
• Previous experience in a long-term care home is preferred, knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care legislation and standards preferred
• Minimum one-year experience preferably in a health care setting
• Experience or training in Palliative Care is and asset
• Experience in Medical Social Work is an asset
• Possess strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and administrative skills.
• Experience in program planning / implementation meeting the needs of all residents within the continuum senior care environment
• Have experience and / or willingness in working with seniors and understand LTC Homes Act / Regulations, MAID, and other applicable legislation
• Computer literacy is a requirement. Familiarity with the Point Click Care software is an asset.
• Knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care legislation and standards preferred, experience working with dementia and palliative residents
• Great communicator well organized team player with clinical skills in care planning, supportive therapy, crisis intervention and grief counselling, preferred
• Superior client relationship skills and a passion for advocating for residents' rights and person-centered care
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written), to work effectively with team members, residents, family members and other stakeholders
• Full-time, part-time and casual opportunities
• Pension plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Training opportunities and career development
• Employee appreciation lunches and events
• Employee Assistance Program
• An employee Social Committee
• Tuition support programs
• Employee pricing on meals from our kitchen
• A positive and supportive working environment

What we Offer :

About Nithview Community & Greenwood Court :

Nithview Community is a seniors' community designed to provide several types of accommodation and services. Residents can choose the type of accommodation that is most appropriate for their care needs and continue to live within the community of care as their needs change.

Emphasis is placed on assisting residents to live life to the fullest in this dynamic residential setting.

Greenwood Court is designed as a 'Community of Care' where seniors are able to age in place. As the needs of our seniors change, they have access to additional services and supports without having to leave familiar surroundings or newly developed friendships.

Staff and volunteers are committed to making Greenwood Court 'a place to call home' for its residents

About Tri-County Mennonite Homes :

Tri-County Mennonite Homes does not require COVID-19 vaccination as a part of the onboarding process, however TCMH continues to strongly recommend 'up-to-date' COVID-19 vaccinations.

Tri-County Mennonite Homes is a leader in providing services to seniors and adults with developmental disabilities. With dedicated staff and volunteers, we operate three divisions : Greenwood Court in Stratford, Nithview Community in New Hamburg, and Aldaview Services in New Hamburg.

Our mission is 'Making Every Day Matter'.

Tri-County Mennonite Homes is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process.

If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with our Human Resources Consultant.