Social Worker II (RFT 1.0 FTE)

The Royal Mental Health Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to provide essential therapy and support to forensic outpatients. This role involves conducting assessments, delivering individual and group therapy, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure clients receive comprehensive care. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Social Work and a strong commitment to client-centered practices. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a significant impact in the lives of individuals with serious mental illnesses and contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical Social Work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to forensic outpatients.
• Engage clients and families in clinical interventions and risk reduction.
• Advocate for clients and collaborate with community resources.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Crisis intervention

Client-centered approach

Conflict resolution

Presentation skills

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Tools

Automated work environment

Job description

The Integrated Forensic Program (IFP) provides mental health assessment and treatment to individuals living with serious mental illness who have come into contact with the criminal justice system. This position provides social work services to forensic outpatients living in the community, including assessment, individual, family and group therapy, in collaboration with the Chrysalis Day Program as appropriate.

Duties:

1. Provide individual, family and group therapy following best practice standards, consistent with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
2. Complete risk assessment and crisis intervention plans.
3. Engage client, family and caregivers in the clinical interventions and risk reduction strategies with the interdisciplinary team.
4. Advocate on behalf of clients, families and caregivers for appropriate services and resources.
5. Collaborate, consult and liaise with team members and community resources.
6. Provide timely and comprehensive written assessments, treatment and discharge reports.
7. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the theories and practices of a professional social worker.
8. Maintain workload measurement and data collection as required (i.e. RAI).
9. Participate in the teaching, education and supervision of Social Work students.
10. Attend Social Work meetings and participate in discipline specific committees.
11. Attend Social Work peer consultation groups, and participate in peer consultation processes.
12. Complete and maintain all requirements for registration with OCSWSSW.
13. Keep current of hospital policies and procedures and applicable legislation.
14. Keep up to date regarding professional standards by reviewing current literature, attending education events, networking with colleagues, etc.
15. Provide educational presentations to community groups.
16. Flexibility in work schedule; day and evening hours as required.
17. Ensure Ontario Review Board disposition conditions are adhered through clinical supervision and assistance.
18. Liaise with the Ottawa Police Services, as required.
19. Liaise, consult and work collaboratively with community service providers.
20. Provide evidence to the Ontario Review Board as requested or directed at NCR patient annual hearings.
21. Conduct “Approved Person Assessments” and “Approved Accommodation Assessments” according to Ontario Review Board and Hospital standards.
22. Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Royal.
23. Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Discrimination and Harassment-Free policy.

Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree in Social Work.
2. Minimum 2 years within the last 5 years of clinical Social Work, experience in Forensic Psychiatry is preferred.
3. Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Worker.
4. Demonstrated ability to work with an interdisciplinary team.
5. Client and family-centred approach.
6. Knowledge of applicable legislated acts (e.g. MHA, PHIPA, The Health Care Consent Act).
7. Ability to manage and determine priorities with a diverse case load.
8. Ability to work in an automated work environment.
9. Proven presentation, training, and group facilitation skills is an asset.
10. Experience in providing services and reports in forensic/court related matters is preferred.
11. Advanced crisis intervention skills based on application of formal risk and clinical assessment.
12. Conflict resolution knowledge related to addressing behaviour issues with forensic clients within the scope of social work practice.
13. Understanding of the treatment and management of clients with severe and persistent mental illness and concurrent disorders.
14. Valid driver’s licence and access to reliable vehicle is preferred.
15. English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.

About the company

The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is made up of: The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre: A 284-bed state-of-the-art mental health facility located in Ottawa, Ontario. The Brockville Mental Health Centre: A specialized 183-bed mental health facility.