Welcome to the Social Service Worker Program!

We are committed to preparing you for your career by equipping you with a diverse range of knowledge, skills, and experiences.

SSW Program Mission Statement

The SSW program is dedicated to the principles of social justice. It strives for excellence through a dynamic teaching and learning process that fosters connections and partnerships among students, faculty, and communities. These relationships will equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential for effective social service practice in a constantly evolving society.

Program Philosophy

The program philosophy is based upon the fundamental belief in the dignity, worth and potential of all people.

Associate Dean

Our Associate Dean, Dr. Delon Omrow, oversees all academic programs within the Public Safety and Community Care School (previously known as the Community Services Department). He supervises all staff and is responsible for ensuring the effective operation of all Public Safety and Community Care Programs, managing the day-to-day activities of the departments, and ensuring that students receive a high-quality education. Dr. Omrow collaborates closely with faculty to identify and implement initiatives aimed at enhancing educational quality and improving student outcomes. Should you have concerns that cannot be resolved with faculty or your Student Success Advisor, he is the designated contact person for further help. Dr. Omrow can be reached at (domrow@centennialcollege.ca).

Program Coordinator

Our Program Coordinator, Dr. Donna Hinds, provides academic leadership in coordinating courses, curricula, field placements and the overall Social Service Worker Program. The Program Coordinator plays a crucial academic leadership role that is essential for the sustainability of the program and the success of the students. As well, the coordinator facilitates important academic processes by working collaboratively with the Associate Dean, Faculty, and Support Team. Dr. Hinds can be reached at (dhinds@centennialcollege.ca).

Full-Time Faculty for the Social Service Worker Program:

Sama Bassidj, MES, MSW (email: sbassidj@centennialcollege.ca)

Tricia Cooper, MSW (email: tcooper@centennialcollege.ca)

Dr. Mahbub Hasan, MSW, Ph.D. (email: mhasan@centennialcollege.ca)

Dr. Donna Hinds, BSW, MSW, Ed.D. (email: dhinds@centennialcollege.ca)

Meh-Jabeen Lenzo, MSW (email: mlenzo@centennialcollege.ca)

Part-time Instructors and College Field Supervisors for the Social Service Worker Program:

Our Part-Time Instructors and College Field Supervisors, through their experience, expertise, and skills, support our students during field placements.

Shanique Baynes, MSW (slint06@my.centennialcollege.ca)

Talisa Boland, MSW (tboland@my.centennialcollege.ca)

Michelle Del Carmen, BSW (mdelcarm@my.centennialcollege.ca)

Anthony Longo, BSW, MSW, RSW, MBA (alongo@my.centennialcollege.ca)

Assunta (Susan) Loizzo, MSW, RSW (aloizzo@my.centennialcollege.ca)

Christopher Pimento, BSW (cpimento@my.centennialcollege.ca)

Angela Tran, HBSc, MSW (atran52@my.centennialcollege.ca)

Success Advisor

You have a Success Advisor who will support you as you transition in, through, and beyond the College. Helping you identify your academic and professional goals, your Success Advisor can help connect you to supports, resources, and opportunities at the College. Mede Ovbiagele is our Success Advisor. You can reach Mede via email at MOvbiagele@centennialcollege.ca. The advising office is located in C-206, within the Public Safety and Community Care School at the Ashtonbee Campus.

Administrative Support

Our Faculty Assistant, Scarlet Dreimanis, is a friendly face in our program and one who works closely with our Associate Dean and can assist you with any administrative questions or concerns.

Field Placement Coordinator

Our Field Placement Coordinator, Lynne Winters, supports the field placement process, including matching students to field placements, supporting College Field Supervisors and agency Field Supervisors, and ensuring that the field placement process is in place. Lynne can be reached at (lwinters@centennialcollege.ca).