Social Worker MSW-TFt Child & Adolescent at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

Ref# 25OPP155 1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ Social Worker MSW Woman & Children's Program
It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event you are successful.
Why Join Us? · Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment · Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent · Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
About the role: The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC) is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy
Reporting to the Manager, CAMHU, with a matrix to the Director, Health Professions and Collaborative Practice, the Social Worker provides a range of services to children and adolescents experiencing mental health crises
The Social Worker will participate as a member of an interprofessional team working with children and adolescents with complex emotional, behavioural and/or psychiatric difficulties. The Child & Adolescent Mental Health Social Worker requires advanced skills in individual and family assessment and treatment as well as the ability to work independently, establish therapeutic relationships, provide consultative services, communicate effectively and respond to crisis situations. The Child & Adolescent Mental Health Social Worker will monitor the progress of and provide to the care of at risk youth, will contribute to the assessment and management of risk in interprofessional contexts, will liaise with community agencies to gather assessment information, will develop realistic discharges plans and will refer youth to the appropriate service agencies and community providers
Education and Regulation * Master’s Degree in Social Work, from an accredited university * Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers required
Experience * Minimum 3 years recent experience in child & adolescent mental health * ASIST (applied suicide intervention skill training) required * Demonstrated current competence and clinical expertise in child & adolescent mental health * Demonstrated in‑depth knowledge of community child & adolescent mental health services in Northwestern Ontario * Experience dealing with all areas of child health including child protection * Experience and knowledge with developing suicide/self harming safety plans * Experience with First Nations communities in the North West Region
Skills & Knowledge * Demonstrated ability to establish therapeutic relationships and knowledge in individual youth and family assessment and treatment * Demonstrated knowledge of theories related to children’s mental health and knowledge related to work with families * Demonstrated working knowledge of Child Protection Legislation, Mental Health Act and Health Care Consent Act * Thorough knowledge and understanding of community resources and agencies providing support and services to youth with mental health illness * Broad understanding of and relationships with service providers in the care pathway of Indigenous children and adolescents who experience mental health issues * Knowledge of the health care landscape, including the roles of local provincial and federal providers * Demonstrated outreach and program development skills to meet local and regional needs * Demonstrated knowledge of culturally appropriate care * Knowledge and practice consistent with trauma‑informed care principles, dealing with high risk psychosocial situations and chemical dependency * Demonstrated knowledge and adherence to Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers standards of practice * Demonstrated adherence to TBRHSC policies and standards and commitment to evidence based practice * Demonstrated practice using the patient and family centered care philosophy * Demonstrated organizational skills, time management and high level of self initiative and direction * Demonstrated ability to work effectively individually and within a team setting * Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills * Proficient in the use of computer applications such as GroupWise, Microsoft Office and Meditech
Salary Range: $44.670 to 57.900
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than 11:59p.m. on Wednesday, 10 December, 2025
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our website
Posted: December 3, 2025 OPSEU