What is available on the Ocswssw register?
The Register provides information on all registered social workers and registered social service workers in Ontario. In this easy-to-use tool, you will find information regarding a member's registration status, discipline history, if any, and their employer contact information.
What is the purpose of Ocswssw?
The College's ongoing mandate is to protect the public from unqualified, incompetent and unfit practitioners. The College serves and protects the public by: Setting entry-to-practice requirements to ensure that only those with specific educational qualifications are eligible for registration.
How much does a social service worker make in Ontario?
Salaries for Social Workers & Social Service Workers. According to Job Bank Canada, social workers in Ontario typically get paid from $20.63 to $47.00 per hour, with $34.86 being the median. Annually, this would be a range of about $42k to $97k, with a median of $72k.
How do I register as a social worker?
Be at least thirty years of age and of good moral character; Possess a Master's Degree in Social Work (M.S.S.W., M.S.S.,M.A.S.W., or its equivalent) conferred by a reputable school, college or university duly recognized by the government and also by a duly accredited school, college or university abroad.
How much does a social worker make?
Social workers connect individuals to services. They help and guide them through major life transitions. Their salaries can vary widely. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for social workers is $51,760, as of May 2020.
What is the Ocswssw code of ethics?
A social worker or social service worker shall not exploit the relationship with a client for personal benefit, gain or gratification; A social worker or social service worker shall protect the confidentiality of all professionally acquired information.
What is an RSSW in Ontario?
Registered social service workers have specialized post secondary education and must participate in continued professional learning and skills development to fulfil the requirements of their professional regulatory body, the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
How do I find a social worker in Ontario?
To access public services:
Dial "211" or visit www.211ontario.ca . Visit www.FindASocialWorker.ca for a listing of social workers in private practice.