Job Description

Temporary Social Worker

Location:

North Hastings High School

Salary:

$79,262 - 83,940 (under review)

Duration:

November 2025 to June 27, 2026


(compensation also includes a comprehensive benefits package (including extended health and dental, life insurance, health care spending account), participation in the OMERS pension plan, competitive vacation and sick leave)


Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) serves approximately 15,400 students each day at 38 in-person schools (31 elementary, two K-12; four 7-12, one secondary). Supporting student achievement is the goal of approximately 1,750 teaching and support staff who, in addition to the contributions of caring volunteers and community partners, share their passion for teaching and learning.


The district covers a geographic area of 7,220 square kilometres bordered by Maynooth to the north, Deseronto to the east, Prince Edward County to the south and Quinte West to the west.


The region connects the outdoors with small cities, quaint villages and rolling rural landscapes. Here you will discover decades of tradition, mixed with new and emerging technology, creativity and innovation. Surround yourself with 1,200 km of shoreline in vibrant cities and towns accessible by highway and rail (1.5 hours to Toronto, 2 hours to Ottawa). Explore wilderness trails and sandy beaches, experience world-class fishing, enjoy exquisite culinary experiences and dozens of wineries. Perfect your golf swing at 23 golf courses or take in Canadian arts and heritage attractions. Create your own story and picture yourself here!


We acknowledge and honour the land on which we reside and occupy as part of the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe people. These Indigenous Nations, agreed to mutual sharing obligations and responsibilities as stewards of the land and water. Today these responsibilities and obligations extend to all Peoples. These lands are steeped in rich Indigenous history, traditions and modern cultures that are proud and vibrant.

Job Overview:

Reporting to the School Principal and the Mental Health Lead, the Social Worker works as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide advocacy, mentorship, assessment, recommendations, and support implementation plans to provide service and support to students and their families. This position will liaise with, and refer students to appropriate community agencies and provide brief clinical crisis intervention services.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigate and assess socio/emotional, mental health and/or behaviour needs of students referred through in-school teams. Collaborate and consult with administration and in school teams to provide service to students and families. Complete assessments, including case plans, provide support for plan implementation, and communicate results and recommendations to the system or in-school team for individuals or groups. Provide support to students with mild to moderate mental health and addictions, and youth whose clinical presentation is appropriate for service within a school setting. Offer brief clinical crisis intervention and support to students, staff, and families. Work and liaise with system leaders, in school teams, and community partners to develop service plans and/or programs to meet the needs of students. Make referrals to appropriate community agencies or medical clinics which will best serve the needs of the students and engage in case management follow up plans.

Qualifications:

Minimum post-secondary completion of a Bachelor of Social Work, and registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers in good standing. Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience preferably in a community or educational setting. Evidence of extensive knowledge and experience with theories, principles and practices of social work. Knowledge and understanding with the ability to apply relevant regulations, acts, and policies such as Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, Education Act, Child Welfare Act, Social Work and Social Service Work Act and MFIPPA. Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting is preferred. Demonstrated experience with providing intervention strategies appropriate for children and youth. Evidence of strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills. Familiarity with mental health promotion, prevention and intervention services within a tiered system. Knowledge and training in ASIST or other suicide intervention strategies, and crisis intervention support. Knowledge of local community resources and services. Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Background check.
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people in Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from candidates with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:


First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical or mental) disabilities Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require an accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please notify them when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.







Thank you to all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A and is used to determine eligibility for employment. In accordance with Ontario Regulation 521/01 Collection of Personal Information, criminal record checks and vulnerable sector screening will be required of all HPEDSB employees who have direct and regular contact with students.