Social Worker 2- Shkaabe Makwa

Ocean State Job Lot; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their team. This full-time role involves designing and delivering high-quality training materials and facilitating workshops focused on mental health and community needs. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Social Work, with clinical experience in mental health and substance use. This position values diversity and encourages applications from individuals reflecting the communities served, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on community health and well-being.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience in mental health and substance use treatment.
• Ability to design and deliver training content effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of training curriculums informed by community knowledge.
• Facilitate training on mental health, harm reduction, and substance use.

Skills

Mental Health Assessment

Substance Use Treatment

Group Facilitation Skills

Community Engagement

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Time Management

Bilingualism (French/English or Indigenous Language)

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Shkaabe Makwa is seeking a First Nation, Inuit or Métis person for a full-time, permanent Social Worker 2. Reporting to the Manager, Workforce Development, the Social Worker 2 designs, develops and maintains training presentation materials, facilitator and learner guides as well as facilitates training around mental health, harm reduction, substance use, counselling skills and other community needs.

Working with a team of internal collaborators and external partners, the Social Worker 2 leads the design, development and delivery of high quality training curriculums and materials that are directly informed by community knowledge and culture-based clinical practice. The Social Worker 2 participates in the design, development and delivery of a range of online content including, but not limited to, websites, webinars, blogs, communities of practice and the overall Learning Management System. The Social Worker 2 contributes to programmatic and organizational support services, such as provincially-directed or community-initiated systems work as well as knowledge exchange and research activities. This position is located at 1001 Queen Street West and requires regular travel throughout Ontario, including remote First Nations communities.

This position requires the incumbent to be First Nations, Inuit or Métis. The successful candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Social Work and be a registered member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. The candidate will have three (3) or more years of clinical experience in the treatment of mental health, substance use problems and/or concurrent disorders.

The candidate will be experienced in delivering effective trainings, presentations and group facilitation both in person and virtually. Other requirements include a thorough understanding of principles and practices of Indigenous engagement along with demonstrated community connections. Advanced knowledge of the impacts of intergenerational trauma, mental health assessment, treatment, intervention, group facilitation skills as well as superior verbal presentation and written communication skills are required. The incumbent will also demonstrate adaptability, flexibility, diplomacy and tact.

The incumbent will have a thorough understanding of the health, mental health and social service sector, government programs and current legislation that may affect Indigenous clients. Ability to read, understand and analyze research and grey literature and explain findings to non-academic audiences. Demonstrated success working and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on team-based projects. Experience and ability integrating adult learning principles into curriculum design and training facilitation. Understanding of various learning delivery models including online, blended, classroom-based, synchronous and asynchronous learning environments. Excellent planning and time management skills, with ability to multi-task, produce and coordinate projects to tight deadlines. Developed interpersonal communication skills including experience developing and maintaining partnerships and networks of significant numbers of internal and external partners. Knowledge of copyright legislation, APA style rules and copyright issues. Bilingualism in French/English or an Indigenous language would be an asset.

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.

CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.

CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

CAMH is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace that is free from any form of discrimination and harassment. We actively encourage individuals from equity-deserving communities, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized communities, LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including those who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges) to apply for our available positions.