Social Worker – Family Violence & Relationship Wellness

AIP Connect; Toronto; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A family service agency in Toronto is seeking a Social Worker to join a newly formed team providing culturally responsive counseling to individuals affected by intimate partner violence. This role focuses on survivor-led practices to ensure the well-being of clients. Candidates should have an MSW/BSW, four years of relevant clinical experience, and knowledge of community resources. The position offers a salary between $69,000 and $104,000 annually and emphasizes collaborative, trauma-informed approaches.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years clinical experience, preferably in IPV or family violence.
• Registration with OCSWSSW in good standing required.
• Knowledge and understanding of Jewish culture and diverse identities is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and support to individuals/families.
• Conduct assessments and connect clients with relevant supports.
• Develop and deliver IPV education and outreach programs.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Assessment

Therapeutic modalities (CBT, MI, ACT, Family Therapy)

Interpersonal skills

Education

MSW/BSW or equivalent

Job description

Our client is a multi-service, client‑centered, family service agency and a Children’s Aid Society. They support the healthy development of individuals, children, families, and communities through prevention, protection, counseling, education, and advocacy services, within the context of Jewish values. They welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join their diverse and inclusive environment.

We are seeking a Social Worker to join a newly formed team that provides trauma‑informed, culturally responsive counseling and support to individuals and families impacted by intimate partner violence (IPV), with a specialization in working with children, youth, and men within the family context. The role centers on survivor‑led safety, relationship well‑being, and accountability‑oriented practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and individual/family/group counseling.
• Conduct assessments, coordinate case management, and connect clients with relevant supports (housing, legal, health, immigration, etc.).
• Work directly with male clients—both survivors and those using violence—in accountability‑focused interventions.
• Hold male perpetrators of violence accountable for their behaviours and/or provide support to male victims/survivors of family violence.
• Support children and youth exposed to IPV.
• Respond to crisis/walk‑in situations and adhere to all confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Develop and deliver IPV education and outreach programs to diverse community groups.
• Build and maintain partnerships with service providers, schools, and faith‑based organizations.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
• Participate in supervision, audits, evaluations, and agency initiatives.
• Ensure a safe and respectful environment for clients, staff, and volunteers.

What You Bring To The Role

• MSW/BSW or equivalent and registration with OCSWSSW in good standing.
• Minimum 4 years clinical experience, preferably in IPV, family violence, or trauma work.
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, crisis response, and therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, MI, ACT, Family Therapy).
• Experience with trauma‑informed, survivor‑centered, and accountability‑oriented approaches.
• Knowledge of the Child & Family Services Act and community resources.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of Jewish culture, traditions, and diverse identities is required.

Salary: $69,000 – $104,000 a year.

AIP Connect believes in equal opportunity. Our recruitment consultants are committed to inclusive recruitment and selection practices and will not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

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