Social Worker

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**

As a Social Worker at Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare you will be working in the Seniors Assessment & Support Outreach Team (SASOT) department. Your responsibilities will include,
- Assessment and coordination of supports and services for clients from the South Muskoka community (excluding those living in Long Term Care) aged 65 years or older
- Client/family teaching and provision of strategies to maximize independence

**REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)**
- Bachelor of Social Work from an accredited learning institution
- Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers in good standing

**REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)**
- 2 years of experience in the provision of evidence-informed practice in a community and/or hospital health care setting
- Well-developed knowledge of the role of community agencies and services, and other professions in the care of patients aged 65 years and older
- Knowledge and skills in geriatric assessment and screening
- Experience in working within a multi-disciplinary team and interdisciplinary geriatric assessment

**DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE(S) & EDUCATION**
- MoCA (Montreal Cognitive Assessment) certificate
- Familiarity with ADP (Assistive Devices Program) funding agencies
- Familiarity with: depression in dementia scale, grief and loss training, government grants / pensions benefits, social housing

**ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC**
- Staff referral program $1000 (For each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
- Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**

**Location**:The main site is South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge, however you may on occasion be required to travel to Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

**Hours of Work**: Current shift is Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; however, shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

**Recruitment Process**
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We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

**Conditions of employment for external hires includes;**
- Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada
- Satisfactory Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check

**Our organization**: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

**Accommodation** will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled

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