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Professional Practice Update: Updates to MAID Resource and Other Announcements

In this update: College Updates MAID Resource for MembersSAVE THE DATE! Educational ForumODSP Revises Disability Determination Package and Medical Review Package Self ReportOnline Mental Health and Substance Use Supports for Health care Workers and Primary Care Providers The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to share the following information and resources to support members’ practice: College Revises MAID Resource for Members The College recently has updated its medical…

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Employer Profile: Dorothy Bakos

Dorothy Bakos, MSW, RSW, serves as the Area Manager for Family Services Durham (FSD), a division of The Regional Municipality of Durham. A registered social worker, Dorothy has more than 20 years of combined leadership and management experience working in the not-for-profit sector. The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) was pleased to interview Dorothy about her roles and responsibilities, the importance of hiring OCSWSSW members, and the opportunities and challenges…

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Q&A: Online Application Processing Times

Q: Why is it taking so long to process an online application? A: Earlier this year, the College launched an online application process, offering first-time applicants the ability to apply securely and to pay their application and registration fees to the College through its new online application portal. The online application portal is currently available to individuals who: have obtained an accredited social work degree; have obtained an approved social service work diploma; or, are…

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OCSWSSW Introduces DEI Task Group

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers introduced its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Task Group earlier this year as part of its strategic priority to increase diversity, equity and inclusion. The Task Group is co-chaired by Sanjay Govindaraj, RSW, Council member, and Brian Seng-Low, RSSW, non-Council member. In accordance with its Terms of Reference, the Task Group provides recommendations and advises Council on: the potential for, and/or existence of, systemic and…

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Save the Date! 2021 Educational Forum

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is pleased to announce that it will be holding its upcoming virtual Educational Forum on Wednesday October 27, 2021. The Educational Forum is part of the Glenda McDonald Educational Series. Following the success of this year’s two-day virtual Annual Meeting and Education Day (AMED), which reached over 2,000 members and as part of the College’s ongoing efforts to increase equity and inclusion, this year’s Educational…

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DEI Task Group Meeting Highlights for August 17, 2021

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Task Group was established to assist the College in moving forward on its commitment to increase diversity, equity and inclusion – a key priority in the College’s 2020-2023 Strategic Plan. August 17, 2021 Council Co-Chair Sanjay Govindaraj, RSW read a Land Acknowledgement.Co-Chairs Sanjay Govindaraj, RSW and Brian Seng-Low, RSSW welcomed the Task Group members to the meeting.Task Group member Sandra Southwind set the intention for the meeting.The minutes from…

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SWSSWA Amendment: Use of the title “Doctor”

The College wishes to inform you of a recent amendment to the Social Work and Social Service Work Act (SWSSWA), concerning the use of the title “doctor”. Effective October 1, 2010, the amendment to the SWSSWA will permit a member of the College who holds an earned doctorate in social work, to use the title “doctor”, a variation, abbreviation or an equivalent in another language in the course of providing or offering to provide, in…

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Scopes of Practice Paper

In 2006, the College embarked on a project to develop a Scopes of Practice Position Paper for the professions of social work and social service work. While drafting the paper, members and stakeholder groups were consulted and asked to offer input on the draft document. Revisions were made based on these consultations and the paper was brought to Council for approval in September 2008. The objectives of this paper are to assist members and employers…

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Practice Guidelines

The College developed the following practice guidelines which came into effect September 1, 2009: Parenting Plans, Medication Practices and Consent and Confidentiality with Children and Youth. The guidelines were finalized following consultation with members and other stakeholders and were approved by Council in May 2009. Practice Guidelines for Performing the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy were approved by Council in December 2017 and come into effect on December 30, 2017. These guidelines were initially approved by Council in December 2013 following…

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Relevant Articles

College Response to the Domestic Violence Death Review Committee Report (June 2018) Domestic Violence Death Review Committee Report Response (February 2017) Medical Assistance in Dying: What Are My Professional Obligations? The Duty to Report under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 Testimonials Did You Know The Retirement Homes Act, 2010: Duty to Report Bill 14, Access to Justice Act Titles and Designations QA On Skype

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Practice Notes

Practice Notes is a regular feature in the College’s newsletter Perspective. It is designed as an educational tool to assist Ontario social workers, social service workers, employers and members of the public in gaining a better understanding of how the Standards of Practice may apply to recurring issues in every day practice. The notes offer general guidance only and members with specific practice inquiries should consult the College, since the relevant standards and appropriate course of…

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eBulletins

The College regularly distributes eBulletins to members with news updates and information regarding College activities. 2021 Revisit the 2021 Annual Meeting and Education Day Online! Professional Practice Update: 2021 CCP Reminder and Survey for Clinical Staff and Mental Health Providers 2021 Election Results for Electoral District No. 4 COVID-19 Update: Practice Considerations as Ontario Moves into Step Three of “Roadmap to Reopen” Plan COVID-19 Update: Ontario Moves into Step One of “Roadmap to Reopen” Plan…

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