Mental Health Counsellor (MSW)

Echelon Wellness; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Dental care

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Job summary

Echelon Wellness Inc. in Ottawa is seeking a qualified social worker (MSW) to join our Veterans and RCMP care team. You will conduct initial assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide personal, family, and career counseling within a multidisciplinary setting.

We offer full-time/part-time options with in-person or hybrid work, plus extended health and dental benefits, enabling you to make a meaningful impact in Canada’s veteran community.

Qualifications

• MSW degree required or equivalent.
• Registered social worker in good standing with provincial college.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient computer skills and time management.

Responsibilities

• Initial assessment and development of treatment plans.
• Personal and family counselling.
• Career and vocational counselling.
• Maintain collaboration with other medical and rehabilitation professionals.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

MSW degree

Provincial social worker registration

Job description

At Echelon Wellness, we are more than a healthcare provider-we are a community dedicated to restoring the health, dignity, and well-being of Canada's Military Veterans and RCMP members. Every day, we work alongside individuals who have served our country, and we are honored to play a role in their healing journey through exceptional physical and mental health care. We are looking for healthcare professionals who are not only skilled-but deeply passionate about making a difference. If you believe your work is about human connection, trust, and purpose-then you will feel right at home here.

Full-time/Part-time (employee or contractor options), In Person/Hybrid

Who You Are:

• Is genuinely passionate about helping others heal and thrive
• Values connection, empathy, and trust in your patient relationships
• Seeks purpose and fulfillment in your work-not just a paycheck
• Thrives in a team environment where collaboration and care come first

What You Do:

• Initial Assessment/Development of treatment plans
• Personal and Family counselling
• Career and vocational counselling
• Maintaining ongoing collaboration with other medical and rehabilitation professionals

What We're Looking For:

• A master's level degree in social work (MSW)
• Registered and in good standing with provincial college as a Social Worker
• Strong interpersonal relations, communication, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Proficient computer, written and verbal communication skills
• Salary: 80K - 100K Annually
• Extended health benefits
• Dental care
• Applicants must have the right to work in Canada. Echelon Wellness is not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Why Join Echelon Wellness?

Because here, your work matters. You won't just treat conditions- you'll support recovery, restore confidence, and build real human connections with those who have given so much in service to others.