Job Description

Role DescriptionSuccessful candidates will provide a full range of social work services to Clients, couples, and families, particularly following traumatic events such as motor vehicle accidents, severe physical and mental trauma, and brain injuries.Roles and Responsibilities:

• Providing clinical consultation, assessment, and counselling related to Clients with complex physical and mental health challenges using a variety of therapeutic modalities (Trauma Informed Psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, etc.)

• Regular monitoring, evaluating and recording Client progress according to measurable goals outlined in treatment plans

• Advocating for Clients and helping Clients connect with community-based resources, and providing resource navigation within public and private health care sectors and the community

• Preparation and documentation of psychosocial assessments, goal-oriented treatment plans for ongoing clinical services, comprehensive session notes, clinical progress reports, in-session crisis intervention, linkage to community resources, team consultation and preparation of documentation and reports for court presentation

• Liaising with colleagues, health care providers, clinic staff and management, and external providers including adjusters, lawyers, and other members of the community as appropriate related to Clients needs

• Commitment to professional learning development activities as requested by Supervisor and/or the Clinic Director in a manner that is consistent with the duties of the role

• Commitment to OCSWSSW standards, requirements and codes of ethics

Required Qualifications/Skills:\xc2\xb7 Masters of Social Work Degree (from an institution recognized by OCSWSSW)\xc2\xb7 Can manage a diverse caseload with a combination of assessments and social work treatment\xc2\xb7 All applicants must also have a valid drivers license, access to a reliable vehicle and be willing to travel\xc2\xb7 Strong communication skills (oral and written), negotiation and conflict resolution skills, and problem-solving skills (identify challenges faced by client, make recommendations to support client and family)\xc2\xb7 Registration with OCSWSSW and a member in good standing\xc2\xb7 Member of OASW/CASW\xc2\xb7 Professional liability insurance of $5 million (reimbursed by EDSW)\xc2\xb7 Two (2) years of experience working in CAS/Hospital or medical rehabilitation setting preferredAbout EDSWEDSW is a private community-based social work practice with a dedicated group of registered, Masters level social workers, specializing in providing counselling and advocacy services for Clients and their family members following traumatic events such as severe physical and/or mental trauma, motor vehicle accidents, and brain injury. EDSW Social Workers additionally supports Clients by preparing comprehensive psycho-social assessment reports, preparing court-appropriate assessment and progress reports, and preparing goal-specific treatment plans for ongoing social work service delivery.Our role in the Clients circle of care is to go beyond talk therapy by engaging with Clients in-home, in-community and virtually on an as-needed basis to assess, support and educate Clients and their families to improve daily functioning and progress.This an excellent opportunity for the right individual to join a team of seasoned professionals and skilled trauma social workers, fostering a practice culture that is Client-focused, diverse, inclusive and encourages personal growth for our Clients and ourselves. This full-time role provides extended health benefits, use of a therapy office in mid-town Toronto, clinical supervision, ongoing education and training, and an opportunity to attend industry events and conferences. All billing, insurance coordination and collection of payments handled by the office.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentSalary: $85,000.00-$90,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Willing to use own vehicle and drive to see clients in the community

Education:

• Master's Degree (required)

Experience:

• trauma SW: 1 year (preferred)
• Medical Social Work: 1 year (preferred)
• Medical Legal Social Work: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence and vehicle (required)
• $ 5 mill professional Liability Insurance (required)
• MSW LEVEL OCSWSSW registration (required)

Work Location: On the roadApplication deadline: 2023-11-09
Expected start date: 2023-11-30