Social Worker

About this position

Position Type: Contract – Full Time (35 hours per week) – January 21, 2019 – March 31, 2020

Location(s):  York Region

Years Experience:  1-3 years

The Alzheimer Society of York Region helps improve the quality of life for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related diseases.  We provide supportive counselling and education opportunities for individuals and families living with dementia.  AS York also provide respite to caregivers and social activities for persons diagnosed with cognitive impairment through our D.A.Y. Centres.  A non-profit, community based agency, AS York offers programs and works in partnership with several community organizations across the Region of York.

The Alzheimer Society of York Region is seeking enthusiastic, empathetic, resourceful social worker to join our Support and Education team.  The successful candidate will report to the Senior Social Worker. 

Responsibilities:

• You will provide direct client services to individuals and families living with Alzheimer’s disease and related diseases (individual/family/group)
• Clinical services may include:  psycho-educational interventions for caregivers, disease education, supportive counselling, stress and behaviour management education, bereavement support, and advocacy
• Assessment of the needs of the client, including assessment for respite day program services
• Knowledge of community services and appropriate referrals
• Presentations in Cantonese/Mandarin
• Documentation, keeping current and accurate records

Qualifications:

• BSW or MSW, eligible for certification with the OCSWSSW
• Experience working with diverse cultures, older adults and persons with cognitive impairment
• Fluency in ENGLISH, CANTONESE/MANDARIN required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, some evenings and Saturdays as required to a maximum of 35 hours per week
• Ability to work independently and with members of an interdisciplinary team
• Computer competency required
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a vehicle in good running order

Those interested in applying please submit your resume and cover letter, no later than FRIDAY DECEMBER 21, 2018.

Thank you to all candidates for your interest, however, only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.

Compensation:  Salary, Mileage

Contact Information:

Alzheimer Society of York Region – CONTRACT SOCIAL WORK POSITION

Hemal Joshi, Senior Social Worker

Fax:  905 - 726 – 1917

Email: hjoshi@alzheimer-york.com

For more information visit: www.alzheimer-york.com

Submit applications by email or fax.  We thank all candidates for applying, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at 905-726-3477.  Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.