Job Description

SOCIAL WORKER

Temporary Full-Time (6 month contract - possibility of extension)

Wage range: $37.55 - $45.36

The primary goal of the Social Worker is to ensure our patients are receiving high quality, person-centered care that aligns with our values of Dignity, Service, Excellence and Integrity. Our Social Workers work closely with patients and their families to restore, maintain and enhance the patients' quality of life by optimizing strengths, coping capacities and resiliency. They support patients as they relate to others, address environmental stressors and provide psychosocial education related to wellness and well-being as an integral component of their slow-paced rehabilitation programs. The Social Workers collaborate as part of the interprofessional team to address the social and emotional impact of physical and cognitive impairment, with an emphasis on identifying solutions to issues that interfere with optimal quality of life.

Additional duties include:

Providing support before, during and after transitions of care Maximizing the coping capacities of patients and families and facilitating crisis intervention as needed Performing psychosocial assessments and evaluating patients' self-assessments of quality of life Participating in discharge planning and linking patients with community services, resources and opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited university Active registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers At least two years of experience in health care. Experience in geriatrics and/or rehabilitation preferred. Bilingualism is considered an asset COVID Vaccination required to work in our facility (2 Doses)
St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre offers a competitive salary and benefits package (including HOOPP pension) and career development opportunities.

Working at St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre is a great career choice! It offers full-scope practice in a rehabilitation environment where we focus on holistic wellness, re-activation and helping patients achieve maximum recovery and independence. Enjoy the wonderful advantage of really getting to know our patients during their recovery weeks with us where they enjoy group leisure activities, communal dining and progressive therapies. As a not-for-profit organization, we focus our resources on our staffing ratios, high quality meals and innovative patient services. Consider our rehab environment as a unique opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of others.

St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre Attention:

Human Resources

1140 South Bay Road
Sudbury, ON P3E 0B6
Fax: 705-674-9550

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.55-$45.36 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Employee assistance program
Licence/Certification:

registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers (required)
Work Location: In person