Job Description

File No: OP-25-385

Date Posted: November 7, 2025

Closing Date: November 14, 2025

Location: Various Community Settings

Date of Vacancy: November 24, 2025

Hours of Work: 70 hours per pay

Wage:

Hourly

: Start - $36.71 - With a comprehensive benefits package and HOOPP pension participation.

Ongwanada is currently engaged in collective bargaining, and wage rates are subject to adjustment following the conclusion of current negotiations.

POSITION:

To provide social work services to individuals with developmental disabilities affiliated with Ongwanada and their families.

DUTIES

:

Use information from individuals, families and referral sources to develop psychosocial assessments prior to the initiation of Social Work services Conduct assessments by utilizing interview techniques, observation, as well as written and oral reports; Plans, organizes, and establishes services priorities based upon identified needs and modifies these priorities as needed (crisis intervention etc); Provides updates regarding service planning to support teams as required; Communicates and consults with other health care professionals and participates as a member of the multidisciplinary support teams regarding the psychosocial concerns of persons served Attends inter-professional team meetings and person centered planning meetings as required; Provides therapeutic interventions to persons served and their families (i.e. crisis response, adjustment bereavement, psychotherapy resource counselling) using the appropriate theoretical framework; Provides person-centered advocacy and family education as required with systemic barriers and social injustices; Develops and delivers workshops and educational groups, including Abuse Awareness, Living with Others, Internet Safety, etc; Advocate and promote the interests and rights of individuals supported and their families ; Available to act as liaison to the Supported Individuals Advisory Committee; Provide clinical supervision to social work students and educating individuals and families about relevant topics, if supervision opportunities ae available; Participate in research activities, as available; Provide information to the community on Ongwanada services and other community resources; Maintains competence (per the guidelines of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers) through in-service opportunities and continuing education; Reviews eligibility criteria for referrals to oversee management of Social Work services waitlist Connect supported individuals with community resources and services, such as healthcare, housing, or financial assistance; Coordinate care with other healthcare providers, schools, and organizations ;

For the complete position description please contact careers@ongwanada.com

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

:

Master of Social Work with five years direct clinical experience preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience would be considered; Current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers; Experience conducting psychosocial assessment and providing individual and family therapy; Understanding of case management principles, diagnostic criteria and clinical experience in assessment formulation and report writing; Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with a dual diagnosis; Comfortable with using trauma-informed approaches to counselling and psychotherapy Excellent knowledge of community resources; Valid G Driving License with full driving privileges, insurance and access to a reliable vehicle; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Familiar with use of Microsoft Office; excellent time management and organizational skills; Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and attend work on a regular basis; Bilingualism (French and English) an asset.
Please submit a

Cover Letter and Resume

quoting file number by 4 pm the noted closing date to:

Human Resources Specialist

Ongwanada

191 Portsmouth Avenue

Kingston, ON K7M 8A6

Fax (613) 548-8135 Email: careers@ongwanada.com

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $36.71 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person