Employer Communiqué

As we settle into the fall season, I want to recognize the important role you as employers play in safeguarding the public through your support of ethical and professional practice within Ontario’s social workers and social service workers. This season of change reflects the evolving nature of the professions and the significant impact of your commitment to quality care for Ontarians. Recently, the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) held…more >>

At Chigamik Community Health Centre, located in Midland Ontario, the focus is on fostering a community-centered model of care that breaks down barriers and embraces culturally safe, inclusive approaches. Glen Chenard, the Clinical and Allied Health Services Director, speaks passionately about how Chigamik works to meet the unique needs of individuals by prioritizing collaboration and holistic health. Chigamik serves the large population of First Nations, Francophone and Métis communities in the region. “We really strive…more >>

The College often receives questions from registrants, employers and clients about the competency requirements for performing the controlled act of psychotherapy. College registrants, along with those from five other regulatory bodies, are authorized to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy, provided they have completed the necessary additional training to be deemed competent. To help assess readiness, the Practice Guidelines for Performing the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy contains a checklist that registrants should review to assess…more >>

The Professional Practice Department has received increasing inquiries from registrants who have been asked to release client information to third parties, such as banks, insurance companies, service providers and even the police. The Standards of Practice speak to this issue in Principle V: Confidentiality, and the following interpretations must be considered:  5.1.2 College registrants shall obtain consent to the collection, use or disclosure of client information including personal information, unless otherwise permitted or required by…more >>

Download the PDF Please note that the second scenario of these Practice Notes contains references to intimate partner violence.  Practice Notes is an educational tool designed to help Ontario social workers, social service workers, employers and members of the public gain a better understanding of recurring issues dealt with by the College’s Professional Practice Department and Complaints Committee that may affect everyday practice. The notes offer general guidance only and College registrants1 with specific practice…more >>

Employers play an important role in helping the College fulfill its mandate of public protection. Click on the resources for employers of social workers and social service workers below to learn more.more >>