Social Worker

Elliot Lake Family Health Team; Elliot Lake; On-site; CAD 68,535 - 83,765; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Funding

Four Weeks Vacation

Paid Personal and Sick Time

Job summary

The Elliot Lake Family Health Team is seeking a motivated Social Worker. This role requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work and offers an opportunity to provide evidence-based mental health care in a team-oriented environment.

You will work collaboratively within a primary care setting, assisting patients with various mental health concerns. The position includes competitive benefits such as four weeks of vacation and professional development funding.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) and registration in good standing.
• Minimum 2-3 years of clinical experience preferred in primary care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clinical caseload providing evidence-based mental health care.
• Triage physician and interdisciplinary referrals to the FHT Mental Health Program.
• Collaborate closely with health professionals to develop care plans.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment and case management

Strong interpersonal skills

Bilingualism (English/French)

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

Social Worker - Elliot Lake Family Health Team

Why Join ELFHT?

• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment
• Meaningful work with strong community impact
• Supportive leadership and workplace culture
• Opportunity to practice to full scope
• Beautiful Northern Ontario lifestyle with affordable living, outdoor recreation, and short commutes

The Elliot Lake Family Health Team (ELFHT) is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and motivated Social Worker to join our growing interdisciplinary team.

At ELFHT, we provide comprehensive primary health care services including chronic disease management, health promotion, disease prevention, and mental health support to both rostered and unattached patients in Elliot Lake and surrounding communities. Our team-based model of care supports innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered service delivery.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive rural healthcare environment while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance in Northern Ontario.

About the Role

The Social Worker will provide mental health assessment, treatment, and short-term counselling services to patients with a wide range of presenting concerns. Working both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary primary care setting, the successful candidate will:

• Maintain a clinical caseload providing evidence-based mental health care
• Triage physician and interdisciplinary referrals to the FHT Mental Health Program
• Support patients in accessing appropriate community and social services
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and interdisciplinary health professionals to develop comprehensive care plans
• Participate in community partnerships and initiatives aimed at improving mental health supports within Elliot Lake and the surrounding area
• Contribute to a positive, patient-focused, team-oriented clinical environment

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Registration and membership in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Valid professional liability insurance
• Minimum 2–3 years of clinical experience, preferably in primary care or community mental health

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Strong clinical assessment, treatment, and case management skills
• Experience supporting mental health concerns commonly seen in primary care settings
• Knowledge of CBT, DBT, and ACT therapeutic approaches
• Experience facilitating groups and psychoeducational programming
• Strong systems navigation skills and familiarity with community resources
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and related legislation
• Experience working with older adults/geriatric populations is considered an asset
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Knowledge of privacy legislation and PHIPA requirements
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset

Salary & Benefits

• Professional Development Funding
• Four Weeks Vacation to Start, Paid Personal and Sick Time
• Starting salary will commensurate with education and experience, max $76,150

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume via email to:

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.