Social Worker Bachelors (Crisis Intervention)

Hsn, Inc.; Brasil; On-site; BRL 54,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Hsn, Inc. is seeking a Social Worker with a four-year degree in Social Work to provide crisis intervention and psychosocial assessments. This role demands collaboration with hospital staff and community partners to connect clients with essential services.

Required are an active OC SWSSW registration, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification, and Health & Safety training. The position is permanent, part-time, based in Brazil, with a focus on crisis response and client support.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Social Work from an accredited university.
• Active certificate of registration with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Current non-violent crisis intervention certification.
• Worker Health and Safety Awareness training certificate.

Responsibilities

• Respond to individuals in crisis situations.
• Conduct psychosocial risk assessments and crisis counselling.
• Collaborate with community partners and hospital staff.
• Complete mental health and risk assessments.
• Provide crisis intervention using evidence-based techniques.
• Offer recommendations to clients and partners.
• Support and educate caregivers and networks.
• Participate in education and program goals.
• Engage in quality improvement and policy alignment.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Trauma-informed care

Mental health

Risk assessment

Community collaboration

Assessment & planning

Ethical issues

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s in Social Work

OCSWSSW registration

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification

Workplace safety training (OSHA/4 steps)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Patient information systems

Job description

Social Worker Bachelors (Crisis Intervention)

Salary: R$39.17 - 50.76 hourly

Empresa : Hsn, Inc. Tipo de Emprego : Periodo Integral Brazil

Site RLHC-ONA Paramedical

Competition # 10465

Application Closing Date July 29, 2026

Job Title Social Worker Bachelors (Crisis Intervention)

Department Crisis Intervention

Status Permanent

Work Type Part-time

Affiliation ONA Paramedical

Shift Assignment As assigned

Bilingualism Required Yes

Salary Information $39.17 - $50.76 /hour

Descrição do Emprego - Social Worker Bachelors (Crisis Intervention)

KEY FUNCTION:

Provide psychosocial risk assessments, crisis counselling and community connections to services for individuals presenting with mental health and addictions concerns. Work in collaboration with community partners, hospital staff and others as required.

REPORTING:

Under the general direction of the Coordinator, Urgent Response and Care Transitions.

DUTIES:

• 1. Respond to individuals in crisis situations.
• 2. Respond to mobile crisis calls.
• 3. Collaborate with community partners, hospital staff and others as required.
• 4. Complete mental health and risk assessments.
• 5. Provide Crisis Intervention services utilizing various techniques of care (e.g. motivational interviewing, brief solution focused therapy, recovery model, stages of change, harm reduction, trauma informed care, etc).
• 6. Provide recommendations to service recipients and community partners.
• 7. Foster and promote positive change and independence in those individuals served.
• 8. Provide support and education to caregivers and/or the service recipients’ personal support network.
• 9. Provide encouragement, emotional support and motivation to service recipients.
• 10. Collaborate with community partners, hospital staff and others as required.
• 11. Participate in education and training specific to the program goals.
• 12. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
• 13. Contribute to learner development by providing academic support, mentorship, preceptorship and supervision as required.
• 14. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
• 15. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
• 16. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
• 17. Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• 1. Minimum of a four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, from an accredited university.
• 2. Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) is required.
• 3. Current certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention is required.
• 4. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1. Minimum of five (5) years of experience working on an Adult Inpatient Psychiatric unit or Crisis Intervention Program.
• 2. Minimum of two (2) years of experience (within the last five (5) years) in a community mental health or addictions setting.
• 3. Experience working with people with mental health and addictions issues who have experienced conflicts with the law and exposure to the criminal justice system is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• 1. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Justice system.
• 2. Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology, Mental Health Act, DSM-V, Pharmacology, Child and Family Services Atc, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the Ontario Human Rights Code, and Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).
• 3. Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed care.
• 4. Demonstrated ability to educate others to support effective strategies for supporting those affected by trauma(s).
• 5. Demonstrated ability to navigate Ontario’s developmental services and community support service sectors.
• 6. Demonstrated strong relationship-building skills to develop and reinforce clients’ social supports, connections to resources and events that foster social relationships, reduce loneliness, and leverage motivation to live fully.
• 7. Demonstrated practical comprehension of intersectional oppression (i.e. ability to understand and discuss how marginalization, discrimination, racism, misogyny, trauma, etc. affect individuals’ ability to live stably and fully).
• 8. Demonstrated strong assessment and organizational skills to develop a holistic service plan.
• 9. Demonstrated skills in the area of assessment and therapeutic intervention with individuals, groups and families.
• 10. Demonstrated knowledge of community resources.
• 11. Demonstrated knowledge and ability to manage ethical issues.
• 12. Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills.
• 13. Demonstrated ability to mentor students and support personnel.
• 14. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of quality improvement methodology for process improvement.
• 15. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
• 16. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
• 17. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• 18. Demonstrated effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to organize and prioritize as required.
• 19. Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
• 20. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

• 1. Successful Vulnerable Sector Check is required and renewal every three (3) years.
• 2. Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• 3. Demonstrated ability to perform with minimal supervision; to prioritize duties.
• 4. Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
• 5. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• 6. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
• 7. Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
• 8. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
• 9. Ability to travel between local sites.
• 10. Valid driver’s license with access to reliable vehicle.
• 11. Demonstrated ability to work flexible hours as required.

Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS. ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.