Job Description

The Concurrent Disorders Service is seeking a temporary full-time Social Worker to provide mental health and addiction

services to individuals with complex Concurrent Disorders.

In collaboration with inpatient and outpatient programs, you will provide clinical assessment, individual and group treatment,

and education for clients and their support systems.

The successful candidate takes initiative and finds creative approaches to challenging situations. They will also have

sophisticated collaboration skills in order to effectively work within numerous interdisciplinary teams. As we establish

ourselves as a specialized, evidence-based service, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in service

redesign and implementation.

Qualifications Required and Preferred

Masters of Social Work (MSW) - required
+ In good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) - required
+ Knowledge of Concurrent Disorders - required
Post graduate Mental Health and Addictions certificate - Preferred
+ Experience with Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery - required
+ Knowledge of Mental Health, and relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and PHIPA - required
+ 3 to 5 years experience providing psychiatric services in a mental health setting
+ Experience supporting individuals with complex mental illness
+ Experience navigating community reintegration of longer-stay psychiatric inpatients
+ Knowledge of the unique experiences of marginalized communities and the impact on health outcomes
+ The ability to work effectively with clients of diverse backgrounds and identities
Experience providing individual and group therapy
+ Experience with crisis intervention and de-escalation
+ Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills
+ Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
+ Demonstrated application of the OCSWSSW Code of Ethics
+ Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset
+ Ability to perform the physical demands of the position
+ Ability to work variable hours may be required due to patient demand


Link to OPSEU Wage Table -

This is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit.

1 Vacancy Available

Job Posting Closing: November 27, 2025 at midnight. Please note any job applications after the closing date will not be considered.

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Licenses & Certifications

Required* Reg Social Worker