Transitional Support Facilitator (Social Worker)- 20 months contract

at  Community Living Mississauga

Description of Organization
Community Living Mississauga has been a source of support for people who have an intellectual disability since 1955. We provide a variety of supports and services to people who have an intellectual disability, including residential, employment resources, community engagement, supported independent living, respite, and day programs. Our mission is to provide support to people to ensure their quality of life in the community is meaningfully improved, promoting inclusion and independence.
For more information about Community Living Mississauga, we invite you to visit our website at www.clmiss.ca.
Location Proximity
Mississauga
Description of Position
The Transitional Support Facilitator (Social Worker) is responsible for providing short term (30-90 days) support to people with a developmental disability or dual diagnosis and their families in crisis through Peel Crisis Capacity Network (PCCN) and Community Living Mississauga. Working under the guidance of a Coordinator, this position is responsible for ensuring high quality support is being provided while ensuring compliance with all applicable regional and provincial laws.
Description of Duties
Respond to calls, determine eligibility for the Peel Crisis Capacity Network.
Provide crisis counselling support to people/families supported and/or contacting the crisis line.
Facilitate referrals and to provide consultations to other organizations for people deemed ineligible for the Network.
Conduct bio-psychosocial assessment with all clients referred to the Network who meet primary eligibility requirements in a timely manner, over the phone, via virtual means or in person as applicable.
Develop, coordinate and supervise the crisis service response provided by the Network for clients.
Develop, negotiate and process service contracts amongst clients, family members and service providers in relation to Network supports.
Provide consultation and clinical support to clients, families, service providers/Network partners as required to facilitate crisis resolution.
Develop and present clinical suggestions to clients, families and service providers regarding on-going support needs.
Organize and lead case conferences for clients, families and agencies regarding clients accepted into the Network.
Provide access to and approval of the use of PCCN flexible funds for services to be provided to clients
Participate in appropriate Lead Agency, Network Partner and Advisory Committee meetings in relation to PCCN service delivery.
Expand, enhance and problem-solve both the PCCN Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) and, where appropriate, other service agreements based upon the needs identified by the Network Partners and the community in consultation with the Coordinator.
Maintain competing demands in supporting a case load- client crises, service provider requests, data entry and recording schedules.
Facilitate parent/caregiver support groups alongside a Network Partner Agency.
Complete and maintain professional documentation including assessments, case notes, attending meetings, discharge summaries and statistical information.
Demonstrates effective use of technology.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work.
Registered/ or waiting acceptance (documentation required) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Counseling experience through employment or an educational placement in developmental disability services or children’s mental health services or adult mental health services.
Comfort providing support to families and clients through a hybrid service model (phone, videoconferencing, in-person meetings)
Strong assessment skills and the ability to frame interventions within a family systems perspective.
Comprehensive knowledge of developmental services and community mental health networks.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively at a client, program and systems level.
Ability to facilitate effective meetings through various formats
Ability to maintain competing demands such as client crisis, service provider requests, data entry and recording schedules.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
Highly proficient with PC computer environment; MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Working hours are 9:00am-5:00pm, however some evening work may be required.
Vulnerable Persons Criminal Reference check required.
Current valid First Aid/CPR certificate required
Must have a Valid Ontario Driver’s License (Class G or G2) and access to a reliable vehicle and Insurance.
Fluent in French (or additional second languages) an asset.
Additional Information
While we thank everyone for their interest in Community Living Mississauga, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Community Living Mississauga recognizes that people who have a disability use methods other than standard print to access information. Community Living Mississauga will provide this job posting, or other employment related documentation, as needed or requested, in a format that takes into account the person’s disability, such as plain language, large print, Braille, etc.
Company
Community Living Mississauga
Location
Mississauga
Opening Date
05-06-202

Please refer the Job description for details