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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS SOCIAL WORKER (BILINGUAL)
WINDSOR, Ontario · Contract
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About the role
- What You'll Be Doing Receive referrals and conduct comprehensive assessments to determine client eligibility, needs, strengths, and goals.
- Provide advocacy and education to help individuals understand their rights, responsibilities, available services, and options.
- Respond professionally and compassionately to complex, sensitive, and crisis-related situations using sound judgment and effective problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized service plans in collaboration with clients.
- Support individuals in developing the skills, knowledge, and resources necessary to maintain safe and independent living.
- Build trusting relationships with clients while encouraging independence, informed decision-making, and goal achievement.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client documentation, case notes, and statistical reporting in accordance with agency policies and professional standards.
- Maintain knowledge of community resources, relevant legislation, agency policies, and best practices.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training to support service delivery across multiple program areas.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- This position provides support across multiple community-based programs serving vulnerable individuals including youth, adults and seniors.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) is required.
- Fluency in both English and French (written and verbal) is required.
- Strong knowledge of client-centered practice, advocacy, crisis intervention, case management, and community resource navigation.
- Experience providing case management and support to vulnerable adults, seniors, individuals with disabilities, or those experiencing complex social, financial, health, or housing-related challenges.
- Demonstrated knowledge of community support services, social service systems, and relevant provincial legislation.
- Excellent assessment, critical thinking, communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, organizational, and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing program needs.
- Strong documentation and computer skills, including experience maintaining electronic client records.
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver's License, access to a reliable vehicle, and proof of valid automobile insurance with coverage meeting Ontario's minimum legal requirements.
- Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Standard First Aid and CPR certification is considered an asset.
- Why Join FSWE?
- At Family Services Windsor-Essex (FSWE ), we believe that supporting our community begins with supporting our team. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful workplace where employees are empowered to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Nice to have
- Registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) as a Social Worker, or eligibility for registration, is preferred.
Benefits
- Provide direct community and in-home support to individuals experiencing a variety of social, financial, health, or personal challenges.
- Assist clients in navigating healthcare, income support, housing, legal, financial, and other community systems.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, community agencies, government organizations, family members, caregivers, and other service providers to coordinate supports and improve client outcomes.
- Accessibility and Equity
- equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
Company info
- Comprehensive benefits package to support your health and well-being.
- Weekly wellness release time because we recognize the importance of self-care and work-life balance.
- Ongoing professional development and cross-training across a variety of community support programs.
- A collaborative, team environment where your knowledge, ideas, and contributions are valued.
- Meaningful, client-centered work that empowers individuals and strengthens our community.
- Opportunities to build diverse skills and expand your professional experience while working with a broad range of community partners.
- A workplace culture built on respect, compassion, integrity, and inclusion.
- Position Details
- Shift Schedule:
- Full-time Temporary Contract (1 Year) 35hrs Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (some evenings and weekends may be required)
- 1770 Langlois Ave.
- Windsor ON N8X4M5
- FSWE is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
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