Social Worker, MSW - OP Mental Health and Addictions; Chemical Dependency Program

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.

Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.

These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families.

This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a
Registered Social Worker, MSW to join our Chemical Dependency Program
. This program provides service to patients with complex concurrent disorder where their addictions condition requires care and treatment alongside other chronic co-morbidities (mental health, medical problems, etc.). Staff are responsible to complete assessments, develop treatment plans, provide interventions based on recovery, relapse prevention, and safety and stabilization principles. Staff in this role deliver psychoeducation, counselling and psychotherapy both individually and via groups.

Employment Status: Permanent Part-time
Hours of Work: Day shifts – Monday to Friday (except Tuesday);
Tuesdays will be a 12-8pm shift - subject to change as per Article HRH 2 – Management Rights
Location: Humber River Health, Wilson Site (Cross Site Coverage may be required – Must be willing to work on all Mental Health and Addictions Units) - subject to change as per Article HRH 2 – Management Rights
Labour Group: OPSEU 590
Reporting Relationship: Manager, Mental Health and Addictions Hourly Rate: $44.67 - $57.90

• Assessment, treatment and discharge planning for patients in the Chemical Dependency Program.
• Provides individual and group counselling and psychotherapy, crisis management, psycho-education, connection to community-based resources for patients and/or their families.
• Works in collaboration and consultation with our medical staff, and other members of the inter-professional health care team to meet the needs of our outpatients
• Facilitates strong working relationships and acts as a resource within our internal Mental Health and Addictions programs, other areas of the HRH, as well as with our community partners.
• Collaborate with the Physician Leader, Manager, Clinical Practice Leaderand other stakeholders in the development of new programs for patients and families.
• Assists with coverage in all MH & A programs as required

• Master of Social Worker (MSW) obtained from an accredited School of Social Work.
• Current membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
• Two (2) years’ experiences in mental health and/or addiction facility or setting required.
• Level 1 CBT training completed or in progress or demonstrated experience with these skills. CBT level 2 is an asset.
• Demonstrated skills in individual and group counselling, psychoeducation and psychotherapy.
• Certification in the prevention and management of aggressive behaviour…