142 Behavioral Support jobs in Canada

Job Description

The Family First Family Health Team (FHT) is looking for a committed and experienced 0.8 FTE mental health social worker with a background in primary care to join our dedicated team of allied health providers and administrative personnel. Collectively and proudly we aim to improve the quality of and access to comprehensive primary care in the communities of Orleans, Navan, and Blackburn Hamlet.

Permanent Part time (30 hours per week)

Role and Responsibilities

To provide patient-centered care, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to patients rostered to Family First FHT’s physicians. The role consists of a combination of clinical and program work, including but not limited to:

• Counselling child, youth, adults, and families;
• Facilitating education sessions for groups of 10-14 people;
• Delivering mental health group programs (e.g. Working with Emotions DBT group, Mindfulness group, Coping with Anxiety, Optimizing Wellness CBT group)
• Completing psycho-social assessments;
• Improving existing and developing new health programs.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years counselling the youth population;
• 3-5 years of recent continuous experience in the assessment, treatment, and management of common mental health problems;
• Has a strong commitment to a collaborative care model and can work in a team effectively;
• Treats all people with professionalism, courtesy, discretion, and respect;
• Has a leadership attitude that is positive, encouraging, and that contributes to a positive work environment for all;
• Acts with diligence, reliability, and commitment to their work.

Ideal/Preferred Requirements

• Experience/certification in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT);
• French (or other language abilities);
• Experience with EMR

Education and Training Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a recognized school of social work
• Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Compensation Package includes:

• Eligible for medical benefits and Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).

  A copy of the full job description will be provided to candidates invited to interview.

Job Description

We're Hiring: Social Worker (Contracted or Employee Part-Time – 22.5 Hours/Week)
Location: South Surrey Long Term Care and Convalescent Care
Department: Administration – Home Operations
Reports To: Site Leader or Designate

Park Place Seniors Living is seeking a compassionate and skilled Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team in supporting both convalescent care and long-term care Residents. This part-time role offers 22.5 hours per week and is ideal for professionals passionate about enhancing quality of life through social, emotional, and spiritual support.

As a Social Worker, you will:

• Lead Resident Move-In processes and provide transitional support to Residents and families.
• Develop and monitor programs that meet the social, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs of Residents.
• Coordinate with health services and community resources to support Resident autonomy and well-being.
• Advocate for Residents and contribute to individualized care planning.
• Lead the ethics program and support quality improvement initiatives, including annual surveys.

• Conduct assessments and document social histories, progress notes, and care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and leadership meetings.
• Assist families with decision-making resources (e.g., guardianship, personal directives).
• Coordinate and participate in MDS data entry and Resident Assessment Protocols.
• Plan and conduct Memorial Services in collaboration with the Recreation Department.
• Promote and uphold Park Place’s “culture of safety” and health and safety policies.

• Baccalaureate Degree in Social Work or equivalent from an accredited institution (preferred).
• Recent experience in social work, ideally in elder care or long-term care settings.
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

At Park Place, we are committed to Resident safety and a “culture of safety.” You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values professionalism, empathy, and excellence in care.

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Job Description

Status: Temporary, Full-time

Salary Range: $42.27 to $52.81

Location: Various Sites, Vancouver, BC

Schedule: Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm

Job Summary :

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Social Worker works within a multi-disciplinary team to provide evidence-based, trauma- informed counselling to individuals affected by mental illness and substance use issues.

Staff assist clients in the areas of interpersonal relationships, mental health and addiction issues, housing and support services, self-management of medication, social recreation, activities of daily living, life skills and community preparedness as well as others recovery oriented areas identified by clients. Coast staff work in partnership with family members, aboriginal communities, and community agencies and services who are committed to positive outcomes for clients.

Typical Duties:

1. Provide individual counselling to address unique to R&R clients’ needs and challenges, including unresolved trauma, emotional dysregulation, problem solving, relapse prevention, etc.
2. Plan and implement therapeutic group sessions utilizing a variety of frameworks, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Remediation, and Mindfulness.
3. Contribute to program and policy development by advising of the program development requirements to meet the needs of the clients.
4. May be required to: plan, coordinate, and deliver educational sessions to clients and their family members on topics such as detoxification, relapse prevention, stress management, wellness, self-care, problem solving, coping skills, etc.
5. Monitor, assess and evaluate client’s progress in collaboration with other members of the health care team to ensure program meets client/family needs and the effectiveness of group therapy. Identifies problems and implements established protocol for high risk clients in crisis and makes adjustments to treatment needs in consultation with the health care team.
6. Provide formal and informal staff education and competency building activities by facilitating / co-facilitating in-services, preparing educational materials and compiling resources related to evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
7. Contribute to multidisciplinary input and team building by participating in regular client progress reviews and team meetings.
8. Initiate and participate in individual professional development; maintain current knowledge and skills in relation to addiction, mental health, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
9. Maintain a safe environment for clients, visitors and employees by adhering to established safety and emergency practices and procedures and reporting any risks and anomalies to the Coordinator.
10. Participate in research and quality improvement activities by identifying client care issues, collecting data, and identifying needs and recommendations for corrective action and changes to practices, procedures or protocols.
11. Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree of Social Work from an accredited University.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar setting with a mental health or addictions related agency;
• Registration with the BC College of Social Workers
• Ability to provide/obtain the following upon hire:
  • Valid First Aid Certificate ("Emergency First Aid - Community Care" or equivalent)
  • WHMIS certificate
  • A Ministry of Justice criminal records check

Knowledge/Abilities:

• Knowledge of issues facing persons with a psychiatric disability or substance use issue, particularly as related to meeting client needs of finances, legal/criminal justice involvement, family supports, housing, and advocacy.
• Thorough understanding of the Mental Health Act.
• Experience in tracking and reporting outcome measures.
• Experience in collaborating with community case managers, housing providers, and other agencies to determine the effective utilization of available resources
• Experience in therapeutic group development and facilitation skills
• Case management experience.
• Understanding of recovery principles, including strengths-based case management
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of the team.
• Knowledge of CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and trauma recovery
• Knowledge of mental illness, substance use issues, psychosocial rehabilitation principles, and therapeutic modalities.

About Coast
Coast Mental Health (Coast) is one of the largest mental health non-profit societies in Canada and operates a large array of innovative housing and community-based rehabilitation services for people with a mental illness living in and around Vancouver. Coast operates in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia providing approximately 1000 people with supportive housing and 4000 clients living in the community with a wide variety of programs and services.

Coast fosters a client-driven, recovery-oriented environment that promotes restoring health, personal growth and a return to society for individuals with a mental illness through advocacy and providing direct programs and services. Coast is deeply invested in cultural safety, reconciliation, and anti-racism. Our employees receive training on cultural humility, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive leadership. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and value lived experience alongside professional qualifications.

Why Coast

• We recognize safety as a top priority for the organization.
• We believe in our people and recognize hard work.
• We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation.
• We offer a variety of work placement opportunities within the organization.
• We strive to be the best that we can be.
• We hold Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada.
• We have been recognized with numerous awards for our innovative programming.
• We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization

Some of the Benefits we Offer

• 100% employer-paid benefits for employees and their families.
• Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Group Life, Massage therapy, Physiotherapy, and Unlimited Out-of-Province and Out-of-Country Emergencies.
• General sick-leave accruals.
• Long-term disability programs. Short-term disability programs available to exempt positions only.
• 5 days of paid leave for Indigenous Employees for Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual events per year.
• 8 weeks of paid leave for gender affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender diverse employees, cumulative total.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program, which includes personal counselling, Life Coaching, Financial Coaching, Legal Referral and Advisory Services, and Health Coaching. In addition, Coast provides a cognitive behavioural therapy program (CBT abilities program) and Headversity for managing a variety of life issues and includes self-paced therapeutic support.
• Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire. More information can be found at:

***For any unionized positions, current/internal Coast employees must apply within seven (7) days of the posting date with their internal UKG account (using their Coast email address), in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Current/internal Coast employees who apply to a unionized position using an external account (or email), or after the seven (7) day deadline will be considered an external candidate. In this case, seniority will not be considered.***

Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

Job Description

Description

The Social Worker will provide information, assessment and entry facilitation into Reena’s Community Participation Supports and Residential Systems, and act as the contact for individuals who have chosen Reena to be their lead agency. They will play an important role in the decision-making process in relation to ongoing planning for individuals already within Reena’s system of operations, and supports intervention in cases of complex need. 

This role will contribute at a number of high-level internal and external committees to liaise and coordinate services within the Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) scope of authority and within the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care and Ontario Health Teams. 

Intake Support Responsibilities  

• Provides information (by e-mail and/or phone) to individuals seeking or referred to Reena for services. Redirects to the Intake Social Worker as required. 
• Provides intake support services, including preparation of all necessary documentation as required by the Intake Social Worker. 
• Conducts meetings with families and other agencies to plan for available options. 
• Supports Intake Social Workers in such areas as needed/identified by the social work team. 
• Works collaboratively with all stakeholders and departments as needed, to ensure smooth transitions.
• Handles and consults on all internal transfers of supported individuals between locations. 
• Assists in tracking internal applications for Passport Funding. 
• Acts as resource for inquiries into Reena’s residential, community supports and DSO services 
• Looks after internal agency requests e.g. DSO assessments on DSCIS. 
• Responds to Ontario Health Teams inquiries for warm transfer services. 
• Attends all in-service planning meetings and as required. 
• Assists with new build(s) application process. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

System Responsibilities

• Maintains awareness of system changes and trends within the Reena system and within the developmental services and mental health sectors.
• Familiarity with Access Point and similar supportive housing/intake services.
• Partner with the Social Work team to represent the agency, alongside CEO/COO, or individually at external, sector-wide, municipal or provincial meetings. 
• Instructs select courses for Learning and Development Department.
• Advise Learning and Development Department on the development of courses based on ongoing developments in the sector, and evidence-based research and practice.
• Acts as resource for staff, supervisors, and management. 
• Follow relevant Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and Ministry of Health and Long-term Care and health related policies, and all relevant legislation including the Central Local Health Integration Network (CLHIN).
• Management and support of the passport program/application processes.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Self-Development

• Seeks out new information and opportunities to enhance competencies, and integrates the results into own career planning.
• Takes action to improve own abilities in line with career goals, including volunteering for “stretch” assignments and taking on increased responsibilities.
• Maintains currency with the requirements of the Ontario College of Social Worker and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

Planning /Organizing and Flexibility

• Manages multiple tasks and responsibilities for different teams and programs
• Maintains and organizes resources for internal groups, teams, and committees 
• Notify and collaborate with appropriate people making them aware of potential issues 
• Demonstrates flexibility in daily routine/scheduling according to priority and agency pressures 

• Bachelor of Social Work is mandatory.
• Annual renewal & registration with the OCSWSSW/member in good standing
• 2 years’ experience in health and developmental services sectors
• Knowledge of the intake process
• Knowledge of the mental health sector is an absolute asset
• Experience in working directly with families
• Experience and verifiable knowledge of the community served
• Experience in performing needs assessment to identify service needs and gaps that can be addressed through Reena’s services. 

Please note all interested candidate will need to comply to the mandatory Vaccination Policy thereafter (i.e. boosters, as applicable); Reena will comply with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and accommodate staff, that for bona fide human rights protected reasons are unable to be vaccinated, based on providing supporting documentation that substantiates this requirement.

Reena is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Job Description

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centred approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family. St.Amant is guided by its core values of Collaboration, Hospitality, Excellence and Respect.

Position Summary:

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves free from fear of discrimination while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Exemplifying the mission, vision and values of St.Amant, the Social Worker works collaboratively with partnered programs while offering employees respectful customer service.

The Social Worker will take an active role in promoting service and developing creative strategies to work with families and systems. The Social Worker promotes a positive, nurturing environment for the family and works toward strengthening support networks, enhancing knowledge, competencies, skills, and family stability using a family-centered approach within an ecological model of practice. The Social Worker is responsible for evaluating effectiveness and efficiency of direct interventions to ensure positive, observable, and beneficial outcomes to families. The Social Worker will provide direct clinical and consultative services to clients, families or family supports, and is familiar with and promotes a customer service focus in the provision of services to clients, and other professionals.

• The Social Worker promotes processes which contribute to self-determination and the development of skills and competencies of individuals and care providers. This pertains to all areas of intervention including assessments, treatment, and implementation of service. The Social Worker is responsible for evaluating effectiveness and efficiency of interventions to ensure outcomes that are positive and beneficial to clients.
• The Social Worker is familiar with social policy, issues, trends, best practices in the field, needs, gaps or opportunities which may improve the lives of persons with disabilities, or which promote social justice, equity or accessibility.
• The Social Worker is familiar with and adheres to all policies related to risk management and those of workplace activity, promotes and follows all safety, health and respectful workplace practices.
• The Social Worker is involved in a variety of services and has responsibilities including the provision of direct and indirect services to individuals and families, facilitating groups, participating in research or educational activities, facilitating access to services and maintaining statistics. The Social Worker is involved in St.Amant activities that are related to optimizing enhancement of quality of life of individuals, families and the community.

St.Amant values and promotes volunteerism in the workplace.Volunteers bring optimism and enthusiasm, create positive energy, share diverse perspectives and are an integral part of the work we do. As such and in keeping with the values of our organization, the incumbent to this role is encouraged to actively support, train, mentor, collaborate and invest in volunteer initiatives.

Qualifications

Educational:

• Must possess a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Degree from an accredited university

Professional:

• Must be eligible for and maintain registration with the Manitoba College of Social Workers including meeting all prescribed continuing education requirements of the profession
• Minimum of two years' social work experience in the area of developmental disabilities is preferred

Clinical:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience using a family-centered model of service provision
• Knowledge of the history of services to people with disabilities, current trends, philosophies and practices concerning their care, education and lifestyles
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with children and families and experience working in the area of developmental disabilities/mental disabilities
• Knowledge and ability to function within the legislation pertinent to practice, including CFS Act, Vulnerable Persons Legislation, and PHIA
• Expertise in conducting social/family assessments using an ecological framework and family-centered approach
• Knowledge of psychosocial and environmental factors involved in chronic disability which may impact family functioning or adjustment, and the ability to define appropriate intervention strategies
• Knowledge of child development, family relationships and dynamics
• Knowledge of Manitoba Guidelines for Identification and Reporting Abuse (CFS Act / Vulnerable Persons Living with Disabilities Act)
• Ability to prepare an intervention, contract with individuals and families, appropriately assist in goal definition, engage in problem solving processes, focus on client strengths, restructure or access appropriate supports, define time frames and plan for transition
• Ability to form appropriate professional/trust relationship with clients
• Demonstrated counseling skills including supportive, adjustment, and crisis counseling
• Ability to identify high risk situations and respond appropriately
• Working knowledge of service systems and ability to creatively access or develop informal and formal supports or resources
• Ability to document plans and interventions accurately and in a timely manner, using standardized program protocol and formats
• Ability to communicate openly and appropriately using positive interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of the dynamics inherent in the client-worker relationship and skillful in preparing for transition and in determining the nature of support required upon termination
• Ability to develop and conduct specialized group interventions and to document benefits and outcomes
• Ability to organize, chair and conduct meetings
• Ability to understand, support and practice interdisciplinary teamwork in order to provide services in the clinical, educational or living milieu of the person with a developmental disability
• Ability to maintain an active case-load, providing assessment, service plan development, intervention planning/implementation and service outcome evaluation.
• Ability to work within direct, mediated and consultative models of practice
• Understand own clinical limitations and seek support and consultation for clinical activities so as to do "no harm"

Personal:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision as well as a collaborative team player in a team environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to generate ideas to improve work procedures and contribute to an environment that fosters growth, development and innovation
• Superb interpersonal ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with humility and self-awareness
• Ability and willingness to give and receive honest, balanced feedback
• Demonstrates competence and character that inspires trust
• Acts with integrity and respect in all interactions
• Values and commitment to continuous self-growth and professional learning
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to provide education and training in public forums
• Knowledgeable of the concepts of Quality Improvement (QI) and ability to implement services consistent with these concepts in a complex environment
• Positive, energetic, self-directed and client-focused
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours as necessary
• Must possess a valid Manitoba driver's license and have access to a vehicle
• Successful completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Abuse Registry Check is required
• Ability to work in a Microsoft Office environment
• Possess emotional stability
• Project a professional image
• Possess the physical ability to perform the duties of the position

Duties and Responsibilities

Program/Service Support:

Consistent with the Mission, Philosophy and Policies of St.Amant, the Social Worker is directed toward family empowerment, is cognizant of the individual needs of each family member, and recognizes that they are part of a much broader community and social system. Quality services are evident when professional communication, timeliness, accuracy, ethical awareness/sensitivity, confidentiality are consistently demonstrated as required by legislation and program/service standards.

Duties include:

• Documents and maintains client files and provides reports in a format consistent with program protocol and timelines
• Empowers families to develop formal and informal supports to facilitate the most effective and efficient utilization of resources and to enhance coping skills; assists and enables families to develop informal support networks, circle of friends, or peer/parent networks
• Provides education or information, verbal and/or written, with respect to services and resources
• Provides counseling or refer to appropriate counseling resources if required
• Facilitates groups in response to identified need
• Coordinates/facilitates the resolution process related to family concerns or dissatisfaction and provides mediation and conciliation services
• Schedules and conducts regular reviews with the family and case managers
• Consults effectively with other supports and services to ensure coordination of planning
• Ensures clinical outcomes are monitored, documented and shared appropriately and effectively

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not considered to be a complete statement of duties and responsibilities. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned provided they are consistent with the qualifications identified and fall within the parameters of this role.

St.Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.

St.Amant supports equitable employment practices and promotes an inclusive workforce representative of the people we support including diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities. Applicants can request reasonable accommodations in all aspects of the selection and hiring process.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.

As a Condition of Employment, new hires must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases. Successful applicants will also be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health & Dental Plans, Life Insurance Plans, Long Term Disability, Employer Paid-Employee Assistance Plan, and Employer-Matched Pension Plan. We also offer access to an on-site gym, professional development training opportunities, and affordable staff parking.

Job Description

Status: Temporary, Full-time

Salary Range: $42.27 to $52.81

Location: Healing House, Surrey, BC

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Social Worker is responsible for the delivery of strengths based, culturally safe, trauma informed care for people who may have or have experienced trauma, concurrent disorders, physical and mental illness, cultural and community disconnection.

The Social Worker will be working with youth and young adults, ages 17 to 24 in a 12 bed specialized youth and young adult residential substance use recovery program. Working within an interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker will provide support for participants, including; assessments, assistance with financial supports, connection to community resources, and assisting participants with their reintegration back to their home community.

The Social worker will provide client support utilizing therapeutic modalities, such as CBT, DBT skills, motivational interviewing, and trauma informed practices.

Job Qualifications *

• Bachelors degree of Social Work from an accredited University;
• Registration with the BC College of Social Workers;
• a minimum of two (2) years experience in a similar setting with a mental health or addictions related agency;
• Valid BC Drivers License - Class 5. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.
• a valid First Aid Certificate ("Emergency First Aid - Community Care" or equivalent)
• WHMIS completion upon hire
• A Ministry of Justice criminal records check required if hired.

Knowledge/Abilities:

• Broad knowledge of social work theory and Forensic Psychiatric Social Work practice.
• Knowledge of issues facing persons with a psychiatric disability or substance use issue, particularly as related to meeting client needs of finances, legal/criminal justice involvement, family supports, housing, and advocacy.
• Broad knowledge of the Mental Health Act
• Broad knowledge of the Forensic Psychiatry Act and Provincial Court system.
• Demonstrated ability in social work practice related to assess behaviour, risk and to assist clients to regain/improve their coping abilities.
• Experience in tracking and reporting outcome measures.
• Experience in collaborating with community case managers, housing providers, and other agencies to determine the effective utilization of available resources
• Experience in therapeutic group development and facilitation skills
• Case management experience.
• Understanding of recovery principles, including strengths-based case management
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of the team.
• Knowledge of CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and trauma recovery
• Knowledge of mental illness, substance use issues, psychosocial rehabilitation principles, and therapeutic modalities.

Why Coast

• We recognize safety as a top priority for the organization.
• We believe in our people and recognize hard work.
• We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation.
• We offer a variety of work placement opportunities within the organization.
• We strive to be the best that we can be.
• We hold Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada.
• We have been recognized with numerous awards for our innovative programming.
• We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization

Some of the Benefits we Offer

• 100% employer-paid benefits for employees and their families.
• Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Group Life, Massage therapy, Physiotherapy, and Unlimited Out-of-Province and Out-of-Country Emergencies.
• General sick-leave accruals.
• Long-term disability programs. Short-term disability programs available to exempt positions only.
• 5 days of paid leave for Indigenous Employees for Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual events per year.
• 8 weeks of paid leave for gender affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender diverse employees, cumulative total.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program, which includes personal counselling, Life Coaching, Financial Coaching, Legal Referral and Advisory Services, and Health Coaching. In addition, Coast provides a cognitive behavioural therapy program (CBT abilities program) and Headversity for managing a variety of life issues and includes self-paced therapeutic support.
• Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire. More information can be found at:

***For any unionized positions, current/internal Coast employees must apply within seven (7) days of the posting date with their internal UKG account (using their Coast email address), in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Current/internal Coast employees who apply to a unionized position using an external account (or email), or after the seven (7) day deadline will be considered an external candidate. In this case, seniority will not be considered.***

Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

Job Description

Status : Permanent, Full-time

Location: Burnham Place, Vancouver, BC

Hours of Work: Mondays to Friday - 8:30AM - 4:30PM

Salary Range : $42.27 to $52.81

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Social Worker is responsible for the delivery of trauma- informed care for people who may have or have experienced homelessness; severe addictions, mental illness, or concurrent disorders; trauma; family, cultural and community disconnection; involvement with the criminal justice or forensic system; physical health and behavioral issues. The social worker is responsible overseeing recovery oriented goal, group and program planning for a 68 unit supported housing building in Mount Pleasant area of Vancouver. Working with program staff and a peer specialist the social worker will be responsible for conducting psychoeducational groups and providing individual client support utilizing therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and trauma recovery.

Job Qualifications *

• Bachelor's degree of Social Work from an accredited University;

• registration with the BC College of Social Workers required

• a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar setting with a mental health or addictions related agency;

• a valid First Aid Certificate ("Emergency First Aid - Community Care" or equivalent)

• WHMIS certificate

• A Ministry of Justice criminal records check required if hired.

Knowledge/Abilities:

• Knowledge of issues facing persons with a psychiatric disability or substance use issue, particularly as related to meeting client needs of finances, legal/criminal justice involvement, family supports, housing, and advocacy.

• Thorough understanding of the Mental Health Act.

• Experience in tracking and reporting outcome measures.

• Experience in collaborating with community case managers, housing providers, and other agencies to determine the effective utilization of available resources

• Experience in therapeutic group development and facilitation skills

• Case management experience. • Understanding of recovery principles, including strengths-based case management

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of the team.

• Knowledge of CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and trauma recovery

• Knowledge of mental illness, substance use issues, psychosocial rehabilitation principles, and therapeutic modalities.

About Coast

Coast Mental Health (Coast) is one of the largest mental health non-profit societies in Canada and operates a large array of innovative housing and community-based rehabilitation services for people with a mental illness living in and around Vancouver. Coast operates in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia providing approximately 1000 people with supportive housing and 4000 clients living in the community with a wide variety of programs and services.

Coast fosters a client-driven, recovery-oriented environment that promotes restoring health, personal growth and a return to society for individuals with a mental illness through advocacy and providing direct programs and services. Coast is deeply invested in cultural safety, reconciliation, and anti-racism. Our employees receive training on cultural humility, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive leadership. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and value lived experience alongside professional qualifications.

Why Coast

• We recognize safety as a top priority for the organization.
• We believe in our people and recognize hard work.
• We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation.
• We offer a variety of work placement opportunities within the organization.
• We strive to be the best that we can be.
• We hold Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada.
• We have been recognized with numerous awards for our innovative programming.
• We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization

Some of the Benefits we Offer

• 100% employer-paid benefits for employees and their families.
• Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Group Life, Massage therapy, Physiotherapy, and Unlimited Out-of-Province and Out-of-Country Emergencies.
• General sick-leave accruals.
• Long-term disability programs. Short-term disability programs available to exempt positions only.
• 5 days of paid leave for Indigenous Employees for Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual events per year.
• 8 weeks of paid leave for gender affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender diverse employees, cumulative total.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program, which includes personal counselling, Life Coaching, Financial Coaching, Legal Referral and Advisory Services, and Health Coaching. In addition, Coast provides a cognitive behavioural therapy program (CBT abilities program) and Headversity for managing a variety of life issues and includes self-paced therapeutic support.
• Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire. More information can be found at:

***For any unionized positions, current/internal Coast employees must apply within seven (7) days of the posting date with their internal UKG account (using their Coast email address), in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Current/internal Coast employees who apply to a unionized position using an external account (or email), or after the seven (7) day deadline will be considered an external candidate. In this case, seniority will not be considered.***

Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

Job Description

Social Worker

Melfort Family Physicians Group/ Melfort Medical Collective is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Social Worker. Reporting to the Supervision Physician and Clinical Manager, the Social Worker will be responsible for supporting patients with their psychosocial needs, particularly in the area of prenatal and postpartum care. The Social Worker will provide counseling, advocacy and resources navigation to individuals and families, contributing to holistic patient care.

If you have a university degree or masters in social work and 3-5 years of experience in a clinical setting, obstetrics care or public health, then this job is for you!

This position is part of a newly developed Innovation Fund between the Saskatchewan Government and medical clinics across Saskatchewan with the aim of improving patient access and quality care through team-based support, that will deliver better access to primary care in the province of Saskatchewan. This position is temporary until March 31, 2027, with the possibility of an extension.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, implement and evaluate required services to support individuals identified as at risk

• Receives and reviews referral information and consults with other staff/team to identify clients/families who would benefit from Social Work services and are appropriate for Social Work involvement

• Support clients/families to manage the stresses that arise because of illness, injury or disability

• Provide individual, group and family counselling sessions

• Offer crisis intervention and support during emergencies

• Support parents to manage difficult transitions and coordinate access to community resources

• Advocate for clients needs and connect them with appropriate resources

• As part of the care team help identify patients that would benefit from free samples (ie. Diapers, contraception, formula etc.)

• Promote cultural competence and sensitivity in service delivery

• Participate in case management and follow-up services

• Conduct assessment to identify the needs of families during the perinatal period

• Conduct depression screening with prenatal and postpartum patients during intake and follow-up (postpartum)

• Assist new families with access and resources in their community (ie. Parenting classes, food bank, government programs such as Maternal/ parental leave, child tax benefits and social assistance, etc.)

• Facilitate support groups for parents experiencing perinatal challenges and access to resources in their home community (for example local counseling/ mental health/ public health resources)

• Facilitate communication between prenatal clinic and Indigenous communities as needed

• Advocate for the rights and needs of parents and infants within the healthcare system

• Attend and participate in clinic huddles

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in social work or Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) candidates with 3-5 years of experience working in a clinic setting, obstetrics care or public health

• Membership in good standing with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)

• Excellent knowledge of pertinent community resources, support and services typically used by health care clients

• Familiarity with an evidenced-based practice and continuous quality improvement environment

• Knowledge of ages/stages of life cycles, mental illness/ mental health

• Ability to provide standard Social Work service including assessments and consultation, case management, psychosocial counseling, crisis intervention, referral and discharge planning when applicable

• Experience working with diverse populations

• Experience working with prenatal mothers and newborns

• Ability to work with clients/families utilizing a strength-based client focused approach to care and service delivery

• Strong Oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work independently and the ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team

Melfort Family Physicians Group/ Melfort Medical Collective is an inclusive and culturally responsive clinic, which provides meaningful and community-based healthcare. If youre interested in being a part of a supportive, collaborative and professional team and enjoy free parking, then please apply.

We appreciate your interest, but please note that we will only be contacting successful applicants who are authorized to work in Canada.

Job Description

Salary:

Position: Social Worker - Full Time Permanent

Location: Sheshatshiu, NL

The Innu Round Table Secretariat is dedicated to the collective well-being of the Sheshatshiu and Mushuau Innu. Focused on the well-being of Innu children and families, the Sheshatshiu and Mushuau Innu First Nations have established Prevention Services as the agency responsible for developing and delivering child and family support services. These services aim to assist families involved or at risk of involvement in the formal child protection system. The Agency is Innu-led, utilizing a holistic approach to wellness, and working towards full Innu jurisdiction over child and family services.

The goal of the Prevention Services Agency, based on Innu knowledge and culture, is to reduce the involvement of Innu children and families in the current child protection system (CSSD) and mitigate its impacts, especially on children. The Agency also seeks to encourage and support family and community health.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits Access to extended health, vision, dental, and disability insurance with additional options
• Retirement Plan A competitive Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off Generous amount of paid time off and holidays
• Relocation Assistance Relocation benefits to ensure a smooth and stress-free transition
• Housing Allowance We provide a housing allowance when relocating to assist with living costs, making it easier to settle into your new environment
• Healthy Living Allowance A yearly allowance to support a healthy lifestyle, which can be used for fitness memberships, or other health-related activities
• Employee Assistance Program Access to confidential support for personal and family matters, mental health, and more

About the Position:

Working full time in Sheshatshiu and reporting to the Clinical Lead, this position requires an individual with a Social Work background. The incumbent will be part of the Social Worker Prevention Services Team, partnering directly with Indigenous Representatives and Community Workers who are Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation (SIFN) members. Working together, the team will develop and deliver prevention services for Innu children, youth and families who are members of SIFN. The Social Worker has direct responsibility to help oversee the ongoing implementation of the Innu-CSSD Protocol. The Protocol outlines the commitment by both Prevention Services and CSSD to share information and work collaboratively on the continual improvement of culturally meaningful services for Innu. The Social Worker is an ally to all Innu coworkers, directly partnering in the delivery of advocacy services and case management processes. The work will be undertaken consistent with the Innu Care Approach, reflecting Innu culture and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Continuously build knowledge about Innu culture by engaging in ongoing learning opportunities related to Innu history and the Innu vision for collective health, including but not limited to the Innu Healing Strategy, the Innu Care Approach and the Sheshatshiu Innu timeline
• Collaborate with other community health workers across the First Nation to strengthen connections between Innu health services and programs
• Foster productive working relationship with the provincial child protection staff (CSSD) in Sheshatshiu and other offices as needed
• Develop prevention activities and strategies reflecting Innu culture and the Innu Care Approach to meet community needs
• Support prevention staff in the development and coordination of intervention plans and services
• Work with families, community staff and other service providers to develop and coordinate case management plans for children returning home from care
• Collaborate on communication and outreach materials to raise community awareness of prevention activities
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation in accordance with professional standards
• Participate in regular meetings with the prevention team for support and progress reviews
• Represent the IRT Secretariat and the community on specific groups or committees as required

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in Social Work or near completion
• Registration with the NLCSW
• Clear Code of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Checks
• A valid Drivers License

Personal Suitability:

• Strong professional ethics and a commitment to cross-cultural work
• Understanding of colonialism and the impacts of intergenerational trauma, especially on Indigenous children in child welfare systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, and confidentiality