Job Description

Ref# 25OPP103

1 ? Full Time ? Social Worker BSW

Social Work ? Adult Psychiatry

The Social Worker, Adult Mental Health Program has a direct reporting relationship to the Manager, Adult Mental
Health Program, with a matrix reporting relationship for social work practice to the Director, Health Professions and
Collaborative Practice.


As part of an interprofessional team, the Social Worker will provide social work services to the inpatient program. The
Social Worker will be a team player with a proven ability to work in a fast paced, high volume setting, as well as a
capacity to adapt to a multitude of competing demands and shifting priorities. The Social Worker will participate in
outcome measurement and continuous quality improvement initiatives.


EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience:
Bachelor Social Work (BSW) Unencumbered registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers Demonstrated knowledge of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as set out by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Understanding of relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act, PHIPA and other legislation as appropriate
Experience with supporting and advocating for adults/families with mental illness and addictions issues Experience providing intake interviews and assessments Experience in providing brief counselling Experience consulting and collaborating with members of an interprofessional team Sound knowledge of acute psychiatry and crisis intervention Understanding of the treatment options for mood/anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, psychosis and addictions Familiarity with cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy and dialectical behavioural therapy
Familiarity with Indigenous Peoples' traditional healing practices Excellent working knowledge of mental health community resources e.g. housing, addiction services, etc. Understanding of the role of primary care within the continuum of health care Understanding of chronic disease self management and psychosocial rehabilitation Skills/Abilities:
Triage, intake and assessment skills ASIST (applied suicide intervention skill training) preferred Non Violent Crisis Intervention certification preferred Problem solving and decision making skills Exceptional collaboration and relationship building skills Social service and health care system navigation skills Strong oral and written communication skills Strong computer skills required as working in an electronic medical record environment Knowledge of social work values and ethics, theory and established practices of clinical social work Understanding of mental illness and addiction (symptoms, presentation and treatment) Knowledge of psychotherapy and psychiatry terminology Assets:
Minimum 3 years experience in a mental health care environment preferred Experience with email, electronic calendars and electronic documentation preferred

Salary Range: $39.160 to 50.770


The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID?19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.

The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred
Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care
philosophy.


Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is
imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this
position.


Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission:

We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision:

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values:

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self?identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health
sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.


If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.


Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on

Friday, 29 August, 2025

.

Internal

applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet.

External

applicants must apply through our
website.


Posted: August 22, 2025
OPSEU