community and social services worker
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Case Coordinator, Host Respite - Temporary, Part-time 0.9
Posted on
June 05, 2024
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VON Canada
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Requisition Details:Employment Status: Temporary, Part-time (0.9 FTE)Program Name: Host Respite ProgramNumber of Hours Bi-Weekly: 67.5Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, WeekendsAnticipated End Date: March 2025 On Call: NoJob Summary:The Coordinator is responsible for developing and supporting an individual support plan for client in receipt of residential support from the Family home Program. These services are funded by the Ministry of Community, Children and Social Services. The coordinator reviews and assesses the needs of individuals requiring support related to all aspects of their support plan. The coordinator is responsible for providing a high quality, successful residential service for clients in our community.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate and provide Family Home support for a caseload in accordance with program criteria, guidelines and directivesResponsible to ensure referrals and support are provided in emergency and urgent situationsParticipate in the screening and matching of new Family Home ProvidersMaintains competency including the ability to interpret current applicable standardized assessment tools such as the interRAI CHA.Completes client assessments in the home using conversation based methodology.Develops and conducts a comprehensive therapeutic rapport.Utilizes technology in the home to complete comprehensive assessments.Identifies and prioritizes environmental risk for client's health and safety (shelter, food and running water, temperature control and overall condition of living environment).Develops a comprehensive care plan (interpreting the CAPs and care planning).Facilitates access to client identified services to support the care plan and goals.Makes referrals to community and health resources as requiredWith client consent, consults with partners in care service plans to ensure shared understanding of client needs and appropriate interventions/services to meet those needs.Monitors client progress and adjusts care plans as requiredReviews client care plan expenditures and supports clients to manage within the budgetsAccesses and reviews assessment via the IAR (integrated assessment record).Collects and reports relevant data to Manager when necessary.Adheres to the prescribed privacy policies and standards for Community Support Service agencies including VON.Positively and professionally represents all CSS agencies and service providers.Coordinate overnight respite services for a caseload of families in accordance with program criteria.Screen and match Host Families and facilitate interviews and contract with appropriate matches.Complete annual fire, health and safety inspection of Host Family residences.Ensure referrals and support are provided in emergency and urgent situationsExternal and Internal Relationships:Engages frequently with Administrative Support, Community Support and Home Care program Coordinators and Manager. Networks and collaborates with all regional partners, providers and agencies. Education, Designations and Experience:University Degree or College Diploma in Heath or Social Services field.Minimum of 3 years related experience in a home and community care organization or social services program including experience in case managementBroad working knowledge of community resources, including service and programs within defined catchment area.Proven experience in building external and community relationships.Demonstrated experience in completing validated common assessment tools and maintaining competency.Knowledge and skills in comprehensive assessment and the ability to maintain proficiency.Computer proficiency in Windows OS and Microsoft office programs.Working with volunteers and seniors an asset.Skill Requirements:Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Skilled in communication (verbal, written, listening), rapport building and relationship management.Strong computer proficiency.The ability to use analytical skills and understand/interpret client assessment data.Ability to effec
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LocationLondon, ON
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Part time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- Source
CareerBeacon
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Advertised until
2024-07-05
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