Admissions Navigator/social Worker

St. Joseph’s Villa is one of Ontario’s largest and most innovative long term care homes. Located in historic downtown Dundas, we are proud to be the second largest organization in the St. Joseph’s Health System. Continuing the mission and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Hamilton, we are proud to serve our community. We offer a range of challenging, rewarding careers and advancement opportunities for dedicated professionals in a health care environment.
- **Every member of our team matters.**_

**What We Offer**:

- Free Membership to our on-site Staff Fitness Centre
- Educational Scholarships, Mentorship & Support for Career Advancement
- Teaching & Facilitator Opportunities with partnership programs for community colleges, universities and secondary schools
- Recognition for Excellence through Annual Service Awards and Applause Awards
- Contributions to the HOOP Pension Plan
- Health and Wellness Benefits through Manulife Financial (eligibility & enrollment varies)
- St. Joseph Health System Employee Rewards/Discount Program
- Employee Celebrations through Spirit Committee, Staff Appreciation Week, Nurses Week etc.

**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE**:

- Performs all functions in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values and Administrative policies and procedures of St. Joseph’s Villa care programs
- Liaison between admissions and finance to help coordinate and collect necessary information and signatures / consents, including but not limited to: Admission notice must show actual time finance team is to meet with family/resident and if any delays are expected, confirm resident/family is bringing required documentation (E.g.: Notice of Assessment, Service Canada letters, POA for property, VOID cheque etc.), contact finance prior if there is a problem, communicate to upcoming admissions what can be done prior to admit day, such as involuntary separation, knowledge of the incoming resident’s age, marital status, possible dependents, provides finance the information required to compile the proper admission package, and explain rate reduction program, eligibility and required paperwork
- Responsible for referring residents to BSO (Behavioural Supports Ontario) at the point of admission based on risk screening
- Participates on committees, working groups and teams as appropriate, approved or directed
- Maintain community and mental health resources and connections for residents, networking with community social workers and programs to develop partnerships that support residents.
- Connect family members with community resources to support their personal needs and required supports.
- Provides goal-based counselling to residents who are cognitively capable of participating in the process.
- Provides clinical services to residents and their families/significant others as required or requested. This includes but is not limited to biopsychosocial assessments, counselling, problem solving and making connections for future services within community and development of resident and staff safety plans.

**FORMAL EDUCATION**:

- M.S.W. or B.S.W degree from an accredited School of Social Work and current Certificate of Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers as a Social Worker in good standing
- Recent (3-5 years) experience providing individual, client and family support services
- Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral and suicidal risk assessment, crisis management, and verbal diffusion techniques
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Healthcare Consent Act, Substitute Decisions Act, and community mental health resources
- Demonstrated skills in the performance of a therapeutic role including strong assessment, counseling, case management and advocacy skills

**OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE**:

- Experience in a health care setting and social service work with care of seniors and clients
- Knowledge in Long Term Care Homes Act, Rules and Regulations
- Knowledge of Specialized programming for care and therapy in community
- Knowledge of Community Services and referrals processes
- Knowledge of current development and research in Gerontology
- **EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**_

St. Joseph’s Villa is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Support Services: 3 years (preferred)
- Healthcare: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers