Social Worker

Under the supervision of the Manager of Mental Health and Addiction Services and in collaboration with the Board mental health team and school-based team, the Social Worker will provide evidence-informed and identity-affirming promotion, prevention, early intervention (individual and group), and crisis response services to students. In collaboration with the student, parent/guardian, and school team, the Social Worker will complete mental health triage/assessment, treatment planning, brief, evidence-based, therapeutic intervention, and referral/bridging support to, from, and through more intensive community services. Additionally, the Social Worker will be called upon to prepare and deliver mental health teaching and coaching for school staff and parents.

Education/Certification:

1. Successful completion of a masters degree in social work from a recognized university is required.
2. Successful completion of a bachelors degree in social work from a recognized university will be considered with agreement that the successful candidate will obtain an MSW within 5 years of start date.
3. Candidates must be a Registered member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Required Knowledge:

1. Excellent knowledge of available community agencies and resources.
2. Strong working knowledge of the Personal Health Information Protection Act.
3. Strong knowledge of the Ontario Child and Family.

The salary range for this position is $42.33 to $52.92 hourly and includes a comprehensive benefit package.

The annual work schedule typically follows the school year calendar and may include additional days worked at the beginning of July and the end of August.

For more information on this opportunity and working for Sudbury Catholic Schools, please visit www.sudburycatholicschools.ca. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and submit an up-to-date resume, along with supporting educational/training documentation.