Caseworker

2 months ago


St Catharines, Canada Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services Full time

Are you highly motivated and client-centered? Consider this opportunity to respond to inquiries and provide program information to a diverse clientele, the public, advocacy groups and agencies.

The Ontario Disability Support Program serves a population that is living with a disability, and may be experiencing one or multiple realities which include but are not limited to; poverty, mental health, developmental disability, cognitive delays, visual and hearing delays/impairments, brain injuries, experiences of trauma and violence, addictions, language barriers, historical or current incarceration, criminal activity, physical disabilities and mobility impairments, isolation, discrimination and experiences of grief/loss.

As a Caseworker, you will have the rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our client population to deliver the Ontario Disability Support Program.
**OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

Visit the **OPS Anti-Racism Policy** and the **OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint** pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's **Human Rights Code**. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
**What can I expect to do in this role?**: You will:

- Provide customer service and consultation to clients
- Collect and evaluate information to determine eligibility for ODSP Income and Employment Supports
- Make adjustments to entitlements and resolve conflict situations
- Explain legislation and ministry initiatives
- Prepare a range of communication materials
- Plan and deliver information sessions to clients and stakeholders, on community-based employment supports

**How do I qualify?**:
**Customer Service and Communication Skills**:

- You can provide effective customer service to a client population living with a disability, who may be experiencing multiple realities (i.e. poverty, mental health, developmental disability, cognitive delays, visual and hearing delays/impairments, brain injuries, experiences of trauma and violence, addictions, language barriers, historical or current incarceration, criminal activity, physical disabilities and mobility impairments, discrimination, and grief/loss).
- You have the ability to liaise with community agencies, provide information to clients, and resolve conflict situations
- You have effective communication and consulting skills to write clear, concise reports and conduct information sessions
- You demonstrate sensitivity towards diversity/inclusion of applicants/clients and co-workers
- You have interviewing skills to conduct interviews with clients by phone or in person who may require alternative communication approaches
- You have effective listening skills to determine client needs and make appropriate referrals

**Knowledge**:

- You have knowledge of community services, resources, policies, programs and issues/barriers affecting clients with disabilities
- You have knowledge of labour market trends

**Analytical, Planning and Organizational Skills**:

- You demonstrate planning and organizational skills to set priorities, work within time constraints and meet deadlines
- You have demonstrated analytical skills to collect, document and evaluate information
- You are able to work in a team environment

**Additional Information**:
**Address**:

- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 301 St Paul St, St Catharines, West Region, Criminal Record Check
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 301 St Paul St, St Catharines, West Region, Criminal Record Check

**Compensation Group**:

- Ontario Public Service Employees Union- Understanding the job ad - definitions
- **Schedule**:

- 3.7**Category**:

- Health and Social Services**Posted on**:

- Wednesday, October 2, 2024**Note**:
Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and resp


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