Job Description

Social Worker

Posting Number: 2025-010-SW-PFT-01

Permanent Full Time

About Us

Seaview Manor is a municipally owned 113 bed, resident-centered, continuing care facility operated by a Board of Directors. It is situated on the magnificent shore of Cape Breton Island where there is an aroma of the beach in the air and stunning ocean views. Seaview Manor is proud to be a leader in the continuum of care for Eastern Zone of Nova Scotia. Seaview Manor is committed to unsurpassed dedication to excellence! Our organization fosters a healthy work-life balance and prides itself on its implementation of

PACE and quality

CARE standards.

Our Vision:

Seaview Manor will be recognized and respected as a leading organization for the provision of excellent care delivered in a person-centered culture that supports the potential, autonomy and quality of life for residents and staff.

Employee Culture:

Become a member of the Seaview Team! We offer an inclusive and welcoming working environment within a supportive and diverse community, while providing our team members the following benefits and activities:

Health and Dental Benefits

LTD, and Pension eligible

Yearly Staff Recognition and Awards dinner

Employee Referral Program

Access to continuing education through Seaview's Education Learning Platform

Social and Health Wellness Committees

Staff Gift Draws

EAP Program

Role Summary

The Social Worker is accountable to the Chief Executive Officer. They will foster a safe environment built on dignity and respect for our residents recognizing every resident is a unique individual.

Primary functions include planning and problem solving, holistic approaches to client care, conflict resolution, client advocacy, therapeutic relationships with clients and families, program planning, policy development, and interdisciplinary communication and teamwork.

The scope of practice will focus on the following: Social and emotional impact of physical and mental illness or impairment; Preservation and enhancement of physical and social functioning; Promotion of those conditions essential to assure maximum benefits from long-term health care services; Prevention of physical and mental illness and increased disability or dysfunction; and Promotion and maintenance of physical and mental health and optimal quality of life.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Work and current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers. Certificate in Gerontology or Dementia Care. Possess a comprehensive understanding of the characteristics of the resident population including Palliative Care. Exhibit leadership qualities demonstrating creative planning for change and innovation. Excellent communication, organizational, clinical documentation, and problem-solving skills. Fit to work and provide evidence of good attendance and job stability. First Aid/CPR certification. Copy of all certificates to accompany application. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office including Power Point and presentation software/ equipment.

Performance Requirements

Ability to employ effective conflict resolution, mediation, and reconciliation approaches and techniques. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge and ability to liaison with community resources available for client/family support and related health services. Ability to promote staff morale, cooperation, assertiveness, creative planning for change and innovations. Experience in development and implementation of policies, programs or other protocols. Able to work independently and collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team. Advocate on behalf of residents with respect to issues like Powers of Attorney, Substitute Decision-Makers and other legal issues. Demonstrated ability to promote resident-focused care that demonstrates care for and with residents and significant others, sensitive to diverse cultures and preferences, social justice concerns, and resident advocacy. Uphold provincial and national standards of practice and code of ethics.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to noting the Posting Number 2025-010-SW-PFT-01 to careers@seaviewmanor.ca.

We thank all those who apply, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Posting will remain open until filled.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person