Mental Health Social Worker II

Reporting to the Manager, the Mental Health Social Worker II will carry out their responsibilities as a member of a multi-disciplinary team offering clinical treatment to children/youth who are experiencing emotional/behavioral/social challenges and their families. This position involves working closely with the school boards, Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society, and other relevant community service providers. The Mental Health Social Worker II provides direct clinical services in the areas of individual, group, and family treatment, within the Outpatient Counselling and Therapy department or the Intensive Treatment Services program.

The Mental Health Social Worker II is responsible for developing a family-focused treatment plan, providing service coordination, and consulting with school personnel and community providers as needed. The Mental Health Social Worker II is responsible for delivery of care consistent with the vision and values of the hospital and the standards of relevant professional organizations. They comply with the Occupational Health and Safety standards for the hospital and is proactive in promoting a safe work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years’ experience working with children experiencing significant social, emotional and behavioral needs –  Preferred

Demonstrated ability to make critical decisions quickly

Demonstrate high level of judgment, independence, and initiative

Clinical skills to assess signs and symptoms of a range of emotional and behavioural disorders

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Good problem solving ability to think analytically, innovatively and independently

Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Ability to develop and maintain constructive working relationships with other community partners

Ability to apply biopsychosocial treatment principles for clients with pervasive mental illness

Well-developed assessment, interviewing, counseling, treatment skills, crisis intervention skills and risk assessment skills with an ability to apply these skills on campus and in the community

French language proficiency is considered an asset

Possession of a valid Ontario driver’s license and liability insurance to facilitate frequent travel and transport of clients within catchment area –  Required

Education and/or Certification
Masters of Social Work Degree –  Required

Current Certification of Registration issued through the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers –  Required

Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and hospital needs. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department 23 so we can provide you with appropriate services.

We are firmly committed to diversity, striving to ensure our organizational structures are representative of the demographic, ethno-cultural, linguistic, and geographic characteristics of the communities we serve. We value the opportunity to provide equitable employment opportunities and accessible employment practices for all communities, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, 2

SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and members of identified visible minority groups and racialized communities.

And while you are considering joining our team, imagine living in Windsor, Ontario! Canada’s southernmost city which shares the same latitude as Rome, Napa Valley, and Barcelona. Here, you will enjoy miles of waterfront parks, a rich arts and culture scene, and the perks of big city life just across the border in Detroit, all with the charm and affordability of a close-knit, welcoming community.

Be vital! Start your journey with us today.