Social Worker, Temporary Full Time, Forensic Mental Health - Heritage 0

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kingston is seeking a Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, and case management. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's of Social Work and have experience in a hospital setting. This role involves advocating for patients and their families while ensuring adherence to best practices and ethical standards. The organization offers competitive salaries and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers.
• Two years of hospital experience with relevant populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform client assessment utilizing evidence-based strategies.
• Advocate for and arrange support team conferences.
• Evaluate and modify Social Work treatment plans as needed.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Evidence-based treatment strategies

Strength-based approach

Patient assessment

Advocacy

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Current registration with the Ontario College

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the designated manager, the Social Worker provides psychosocial assessment, counselling/psychotherapy, case management, patient/family education, supportive counselling, discharge planning, service coordination and consultation according to organizational and best practice standards in order to assist patients to achieve optimum recovery and quality of life. This includes maximizing the benefit patients and families receive from their medical treatments and transitioning to timely and risk reduced discharges. The Social Worker provides leadership in high risk social situations, program development, advocacy, and developing and maintaining strong community linkages. The Social Worker aligns his/her work with the operational priorities related to access to care and transitions and is accountable for maintaining the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Posting Period: September 5, 2025 - September 11, 2025

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a recognized educational institution
• Current unrestricted registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers
• Two years of experience in providing Social Work service in a hospital setting with the relevant population, preferred
• Experience with electronic patient record systems, preferred

Role Responsibilities

• Prioritizes referrals, assessments and interventions based on identified domains and urgency
• Performs client assessment utilizing population-specific and evidence-based assessment strategies
• Provides crisis intervention as necessary
• Uses evidence-based treatment strategies and engages and supports clients and their families in establishing and achieving person-centered treatment goals, including promotion of self-management skills
• Uses a strength-based approach to support clients in achieving optimal health/functioning/recovery
• Advocates for, and arranges family/community support team conferences as necessary, in consultation with the patient/client
• Evaluates outcomes of Social Work treatment plan on an ongoing basis and modifies as appropriate, completing follow-up as needed

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to a people-centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the art building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails