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Social Worker

Posting #:  025-01221

Status:  Permanent Full-Time
Available Positions:  1

Bargaining Unit:  OPSEU
Department:  Geriatric Mental Health Outreach Team (GMHOT)
Assignment:  

Rate of Pay:  As per the Collective Agreement – Schedule A
Shift:  Day Shift
Posted Date:  2025-20-11
Deadline:  2026-14-1

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Job Description

The Geriatric Mental Health Outreach Team (GMHOT) is a short-term specialized geriatric mental health assessment and consultation program for seniors age 65+. The interdisciplinary team of geriatric specialists work together to optimize the mental health of seniors living in the community. Using the principles of client-centered care, the Social Worker will provide specialty services to clients and/or caregivers which includes in-home initial assessments and care planning, crisis support/counselling related to responsive behaviors, environmental interventions and crisis stabilizations, provide appropriate referrals to ongoing services (internal and external supports), monitor and evaluate the achievement of goals, provide information, consultation/collaboration, and advocacy. This position contributes to the hospital mission by being a team member, which ensures confidentiality, quality, and client-centered health care in the community. Responsible for participation in departmental, hospital and educational activities, which are supportive of professional and corporate objectives. This position will also help with potential coverage in all Outpatient & Inpatient General Rehab departments.  

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years’ experience working with seniors diagnosed with dementia/neurocognitive disorder and responsive behaviours and their caregivers – Required

Proven crisis intervention skills and good knowledge of geriatric mental health illnesses and social problems - Required

Good knowledge of geriatric/dementia support services within Windsor and Essex County

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with all patients, caregivers and community partners

Clinical skills to assess signs and symptoms of the “geriatric giants”

Experience with psychosocial and risk assessments

Good problem solving ability, and work well under pressure

Ability to work independently, and as a member of an interdisciplinary team

French Language Proficiency is considered an asset

Valid Ontario Driver’s License, means of transportation and ability to travel on a daily basis for outreach services - Required

Education and/or Certification

Master of Social Work - Required

Current Certification of Registration issued through the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers – Required

PIECES Training- Preferred

Relevant internship/placement educational experience - Preferred

 

Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and hospital needs. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department at 519 257 5111 ext.73023 so we can provide you with appropriate services.

Application Form

At Hôtel Dieu Grace Healthcare (HDGH), we believe that being vital means showing up with purpose, passion, and the drive to make a difference. We are not just hiring; we are building a team of individuals who reflect the communities we serve and who bring their whole selves to the work they do.

HDGH is firmly committed to diversity, striving to ensure our organizational structures are representative of the demographic, ethno-cultural, linguistic, and geographic characteristics of the communities we serve. We value the opportunity to provide equitable employment opportunities and accessible employment practices for all communities, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and members of identified visible minority groups and racialized communities.

Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and hospital needs, and we strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department at 519.257.5111 ext. 73023 so we can provide you with appropriate services.

And while you are considering joining our team, imagine living in Windsor, Ontario! Canada’s southernmost city which shares the same latitude as Rome, Napa Valley, and Barcelona. Here, you will enjoy miles of waterfront parks, a rich arts and culture scene, and the perks of big city life just across the border in Detroit, all with the charm and affordability of a close-knit, welcoming community.

Be vital! Start your journey with us today. Fill out the application below, and let’s discover what we can build together.

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Conditions of Employment

  • I understand that any representation or deliberate omission of fact made by me in connection with this application will be just and sufficient cause to disqualify me from employment or cause termination of employment.
  • I understand that if accepted for employment, I agree to comply with the conditions of employment and the rules and regulations of this employer.
  • I understand that any offer of employment is conditional on a physical examination by the employer’s physician and my undergoing routine chest X-ray, TB tests, period health reviews, and other medical examinations that may be required by the employer.
  • I understand that if accepted for employment, it is my responsibility to advise Human Resources immediately if I become subject of any disciplinary proceeding, civil lawsuit, or criminal proceeding that in any way relates to the practice of my professional activities.


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