ODSP Case Worker

at  MChigeeng First Nation

Department: Ontario Works
Classification/Level: CS3 ($53,591.20 - $65,499.20) + Group Pension and Benefits
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular

POSITION SUMMARY:

The ODSP Case Worker will be under the supervision of the Ontario Works Manager and will serve MFN clients using a case management approach to deliver Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) including determining eligibility for ODSP Income and Employment Support; serving as a resource in the areas of employment and training for clients; conducting preliminary and secondary assessments regarding allegations of program misuse by recipients and action outcomes. To provide information, advice, guidance, assistance and liaison with client, the community, and with stakeholders regarding ODSP.
The ODSP Case Worker will serve as the initial contact for any potential applicants including Ontario Disability Support Program and provide general information regarding eligibility and benefits to potential applicants. and will be directly involved with strategic planning ensuring execution is compliant with regulatory legislation and collect and verify documentation for forwarding to Disability Adjudication Unit (DAU).

QUALIFICATIONS:

College diploma and/or a university degree in social work, OR a minimum of five years work experience in social assistance.

The ODSP Case Worker will coordinate with other internal and external (ex. counsellors with external partners) services as needed on an individualized basis, as well as advocate with external organizations and services to ensure Community Members needs are met (ex. housing, banking, health services etc.). In addition to communicating regularly with other staff within the community member’s circle of care (i.e., OW case manager, and etc.) regarding community member’s progress and ongoing needs. assisting in the development and negotiation of funding from all partners or government agencies including:

• ODSP Application process
• Case Management
• Information Provision
• Program Coordination
• Administration

Be self-directed, strategic, collaborative, flexible, organized and highly motivated and visionary. Assists with gathering data for completion of various staffing reports to the Enaagdenjged or Chief and Council when required. Ensure that the strictest of confidentiality and need to know level of confidentiality is always maintained and understands and adheres to all MFN policies and procedures. **For complete a job description, please request to the following: artj@mchigeeng.ca.