Community Service Worker (York Program)

Community Service Worker (York Program)

We are currently hiring 1 Full-Time Community Service Worker to join our York Team in the Hamilton area.

Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer:

- Competitive wages
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development and growth
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program

Are you looking for a job with an organization that values a strong workplace culture? By joining York (Ableliving Services), you’ll be joining an organization that is:

- - Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada (2024)
- Named on the Best Workplaces for Giving Back list (2023)

Please be advised that this posting is only open to members of the S.E.I.U.





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Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Program Coordinator or designate, 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 seniors 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 hospital staff and other community organizations in a multi-agency and multi-disciplinary approach to facilitate clients transitioning from the hospital environment to the community. This position also includes supporting clients with activities of daily living and personal care as required.

For this position, the work environment will include our clients’ homes; therefore, you may be exposed to pets, odours, and various lifestyle preferences of our clients.







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. Professional designation is an asset.
- Experience working with seniors, and 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 and demonstrated ability to make sound judgement decision 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 Alayacare)
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required

AbleLiving Services is a non-profit organization providing personal support services to adults with disabilities living within their own home 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, Hamilton, Brant, and Haldimand-Norfolk communities.

Submit resume and cover letter, in confidence, no later than Thursday October 10 at 11:59 pm.

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At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email [email protected]

▶️ Community Service Worker (York Program)
🖊️ Thrive Group Canada
📍 Hamilton