Temporary Full-Time Community Service Worker (Ableliving Services)

Thrive Group Canada•Hamilton, ON

1d•CA$26 - CA$31•Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently hiring a Temporary (1 year) Full-Time Community Service Worker to join our Hamilton & Burlington Community Services Team with AbleLiving Services! AbleLiving Services is a non-profit organization providing personal support services to adults with disabilities living within their own homes or one of our independent living facilities. Our clients direct and customize the services they receive and we support them to maximize their independence and enhance their quality of life. We provide services across the Golden Horseshoe in the Mississauga, Burlington, Stoney Creek and Hamilton communities. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, this position is responsible for helping to create effective links between appropriate health and social resources to minimize emergency room visits and hospital admissions; addressing social isolation and anchoring at risk individuals in the community. This position will adopt a holistic approach in helping clients to engage pro-actively with the community, to address social determinants of health and wellness. This position works in partnership with other stakeholders including hospital staff, primary care and other community organizations with a multi-disciplinary approach to facilitate clients transitioning from one environment to another to support living well in the community. This position requires access to a vehicle and a valid drivers license. This position will require occasional coverage in both Hamilton and Burlington areas.

Requirements

University Degree in Health or Social Sciences field, or College Diploma with three (3) years’ work experience in the Health and/or Social Sciences field.
Access to a vehicle and a valid drivers license.
Experience working with seniors.
Extensive knowledge of the local health care system and community resources.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Proven ability to work as a team member.
Demonstrated ability to make sound judgement decisions independently.
Experience with quality improvement initiatives related to care delivery processes.
Demonstrated initiative and experience working independently with minimal supervision.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, internet research, and ability to learn and master other computer programs as needed (i.e CareDove, Clinical Connect).

Nice To Haves

Professional designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

Helping to create effective links between appropriate health and social resources to minimize emergency room visits and hospital admissions.
Addressing social isolation and anchoring at risk individuals in the community.
Adopting a holistic approach in helping clients to engage pro-actively with the community, to address social determinants of health and wellness.
Working in partnership with other stakeholders including hospital staff, primary care and other community organizations with a multi-disciplinary approach to facilitate clients transitioning from one environment to another to support living well in the community.