Job Description

The Complex Care and Recovery Program is seeking a full-time, temporary (18 months) Social Worker 2 to work on the Forensic Secure Unit A (FSUA). Reporting to the Manager, you will be a member of an inter-professional team, which provides care to forensic inpatients detained on a secure unit (medium) under the jurisdiction of the Ontario Review Board (ORB). As a registered Social Worker you will be working toward enabling patients through assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to transfer to a general unit (minimum) and ultimately return to the community. You will be responsible for participating in the formulation of treatment plans, in the preparation of Ontario Review Board reports, in the unit risk management program. You will provide a range of rehabilitation services for individuals including: assessments, facilitation of therapeutic and psycho-educational groups, individual counseling to support clients' rehabilitation goals/needs, and work with family/significant others. Candidates must be capable of providing supervision of Masters of Social Work students, collaborating with faculties of social work on special projects related to the development of the social work field, contributing to the development of best practices unique to the social work field and also teaching to other professionals. Workload data entry is a job requirement. You will play an important role in contributing to program planning, evaluation, research and quality assurance initiatives. You will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements. This position is located at 1001 Queen Street West.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a Master of Social Work (MSW) in good standing combined with a preferred 3 years of post-graduate, direct clinical experience in the provision of mental health and/or addictions treatment. As a registered member in good standing, the candidate must show proof of registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). You must be eligible for an adjunct faculty appointment with faculties of Social Work that have affiliation agreements with CAMH in order to supervise social work students. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to work within the inter-professional teams and to engage with clients, family members, and community care providers. You possess demonstrated knowledge and experience in concurrent disorders, mood and anxiety, trauma and evidence-based treatments. Preference will be given to those who possess a strong knowledge of and ability to apply principles of risk management and crisis intervention and who have an understanding of social work practice with a forensic patient population. Specific experience in psychiatric and forensic risk assessments, psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and family work is also preferred. Ability to facilitate 1:1 and group sessions using evidenced based practices such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness based stress reduction is an asset. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced interprofessional clinical environment are essential. Knowledge of community resources and discharge planning is required. You will also be able to meet deadlines, and have excellent computer skills and knowledge of technology to enhance communication and learning. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language is considered an asset. Experience working with individuals from diverse ethno-cultural backgrounds is also required.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Please Note: This full-time, temporary (18 months) position is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit.

Salary Range: $36.04 - $48.57 per hour

CAMH is a Tobacco-Free Organization.

CAMH is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is a teaching hospital and research institute. As a CAMH employee, you will be expected to actively support CAMH's teaching and research activities, in addition to supporting the clinical work of the hospital.

At CAMH, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

CAMH actively seeks candidates from First Nations, Metis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.

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