Social Worker – Primary Care Wellness Support Team

Group Health Centre; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-specialty healthcare organization in Sault Ste. Marie is seeking a Social Worker to join their Primary Care Support Team. The role focuses on providing mental health support, assessment, counseling, and advocacy for patients. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in Social Work, relevant registration, and strong psychosocial and interpersonal abilities. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Hospital of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Paid Vacation

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessments and counseling.
• Support patients facing mental illness and challenges.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Advocate for patients in healthcare initiatives.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment skills

Knowledge of social work values and ethics

Proficiency in CBT and solution-focused approaches

Competence in treatment of psychiatric illnesses

Experience with community resources

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective prioritization and organization

Strong decision-making abilities

Computer literacy

Empathy in patient interactions

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Current registration with College of Social Workers

Tools

Electronic Medical Record systems

Job description

Job Type : Permanent Full Time

Salary Range : $ – $

Posting Closes : July 30, 2025

The Organization

The Group Health Centre is a progressive multi-specialty ambulatory care health care organization and is one of Canada’s first consumer-sponsored health care facilities. As Ontario’s largest and longest-established alternatively funded healthcare organization, Group Health Centre provides primary care to over 50,000 Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District residents, as well as various clinical programs to our entire community. In addition, Group Health Centre’s recently established the Access Care Clinic, led by Nurse Practitioners. The clinic provides access to essential healthcare services to recently de-rostered patients in the community as a temporary solution to current Primary Care Physician recruitment challenges.

Position Overview

As a member of our innovative interdisciplinary Primary Care Support Team, the Social Worker will actively collaborate on healthcare initiatives, utilizing evidence-based practices to support patients and families facing mental illness and other challenging life situations. The Social Worker will provide consultation, clinical assessments, counseling, education, and advocacy in both individual and group settings, with the overarching goal of improving and optimizing mental health and wellness.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
• Current registration and membership in good standing with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate may possess :

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Strong psychosocial assessment skills

Knowledge and application of social work values, ethics, theory, and clinical practices in an outpatient setting

Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including CBT and other solution-focused approaches

Competence in the classification and treatment of psychiatric illnesses such as anxiety, affective disorders, OCD, personality disorders, and depression

Experience in planning and delivering social work interventions, both individually and in group settings, with patients, families, caregivers, interdisciplinary teams, and community resources

Knowledge of and ability to access community resources

Experience in individual and group education sessions

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of an interprofessional team

Effective prioritization, organization, and conflict resolution skills

Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Computer literacy, including word processing and database management

Experience with Electronic Medical Record systems; EPIC experience considered an asset

Dedication to promoting evidence-based, patient-centered care focused on wellness.

Understanding of consent and capacity legislation.

Adherence to safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all.

Empathy in interactions with both patients and staff.

Commitment to delivering an exceptional experience in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Proven dedication to demonstrating GHC’s values

Compensation & Benefits :

commensurate with experience)

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Hospital of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Paid Vacation

Union :

CUPE

Operations :

Monday to Friday – Business Hours

Weekends & Holidays Off

Applications :

Please apply through the by July 30, 2025.

Interested applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume indicating their qualifications for the position by the application deadline. Those selected for interviews will be required to demonstrate their qualifications and required skills and abilities as outlined above. Group Health Centre is committed to an application and interview process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code / AODA. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the application or interview process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at 705-759-5513. We thank all applicants, however only those under consideration will be contacted.