Social Worker (MSW) - Ongwanada

This new position provides social work services to individuals with developmental disabilities affiliated with Ongwanada and their families.

Safety is a priority of Ongwanada. Staff are responsible for maintaining their competencies, promoting safety and are accountable for effective person-served care. Employees are expected to follow all safe working practices established by Ongwanada for the protection of the health and safety of all workers, persons-served and visitors and to identify and report actual or potentially unsafe situations.

View full job description on our Careers page.

DUTIES:

• Conducts psychosocial assessment and case coordination;
• Coordinating service planning and providing updates to community planning tables as required;
• Collaborating with the inter professional team and community based service providers;
• Navigating the service system on behalf of individuals and their families;
• Leading team communications with individuals and their families regarding services;
• Other related duties as required.
• Provide individual, group, family and couples therapy using the appropriate theoretical framework;
• For the complete position description please refer to the “staff login” section of the Ongwanada website (www.ongwanada.com ) or contact Human Resources.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Master of Social Work with five years direct clinical experience preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience would be considered;
• Current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers;
• Experience conducting psychosocial assessment and providing individual and family therapy;
• Understanding of case management principles, diagnostic criteria and clinical experience in assessment formulation and report writing;
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with a dual diagnosis;
• Valid G Driving License with full driving privileges, insurance and access to a reliable vehicle;
• Excellent knowledge of community resources; Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Familiar with use of Microsoft Office; excellent time management and organizational skill;
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and attend work on a regular basis;
• Bilingualism (French and English) an asset;

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit a Cover Letter & Current Resume quoting file number to Human Resources Generalist

Ongwanada

191 Portsmouth Avenue

Kingston, ON      K7M 8A6

Fax (613) 548-8135

Email: careers@ongwanada.com