Full-Time
Social Worker
Posted on Jun 30
Ontario Public Service
600 Sanatorium Road London, ON N6H 3W7
Languages English
Education Master's degreeor equivalent experience
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Membership in a provincial association of social workers
Experience Experience an asset
Specific Skills
Act as an advocate for client groups in the community; Serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team working with a client group; Refer clients to agencies that provide financial assistance, legal aid, housing, medical treatment and other services; Provide counsel and therapy to help clients resolve social and personal problems; Provide consultation services to government and other organizations; Plan programs of assistance for clients; Interview clients to assess their situation and determine the types of services required and eligibility; Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and social programs; Conduct social research
Work Setting Government department and/or agency
Target Audience Adolescents; Children; Family
Security and Safety Criminal record check
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Large caseload; Large workload; Tight deadlines
Personal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Organized
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