Social Worker at The Royal

Position Information

Posting Number: ROM26-138E

Title: Social Worker II (TFT 1.0 FTE)

Position Status: Temporary Full-time

Contract End Date: 10/18/2027

FTE: 1.0

Job Schedule: Days

Unit: Outpatient Services

Department: Forensic Psychiatry

Union: OPSEU Local 479

Site: Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre

Number of Vacancies: 1

About The Royal

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education

The Integrated Forensic Program (IFP) provides mental health assessment and treatment to individuals living with serious mental illness who have come into contact with the law.

Duties

• Provide timely and comprehensive social work biopsychosocial assessment, consultation, treatment and discharge reports, including risk, crisis, and clinical needs assessments.
• Provide individual, family and group therapy following best practice standards, consistent with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Complete risk assessment and crisis intervention plans.
• Engage client, family and caregivers in the clinical interventions and risk reduction strategies with the interdisciplinary team.
• Advocate on behalf of clients, families and caregivers for appropriate services and resources.
• Collaborate, consult and liaise with team members and community resources.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the theories and practices of a professional social worker.
• Maintain workload measurement and data collection as required (i.e. RAI).
• Contribute to research, program evaluation, quality improvement, and support the supervision and education of students every two years.
• Keep current of hospital policies and procedures and applicable legislation.
• Keep up to date regarding professional standards by reviewing current literature, attending education events, networking with colleagues, etc.
• Provide educational presentations to community groups.
• Ensure Ontario Review Board disposition conditions are adhered through clinical supervision and assistance.
• Liaise, consult and work collaboratively with community service providers such as the Ottawa Police Services as required.
• Provide evidence to the Ontario Review Board as requested or directed at NCR patient annual hearings.
• Conduct “Approved Person Assessments” and “Approved Accommodation Assessments” according to Ontario Review Board and Hospital standards.
• Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Royal.
• Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Discrimination and Harassment-Free policy.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work is required.
• Minimum 2 years within the last 5 years of clinical Social Work, experience in Forensic Psychiatry is preferred.
• Registration and member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Demonstrated ability to work with an interdisciplinary team.
• Client and family-centred approach.
• Knowledge of applicable legislated acts (e.g. MHA, PHIPA, The Health Care Consent Act).
• Ability to manage and determine priorities with a diverse case load.
• Strong advocacy skills.
• High level of knowledge, skill and confidence in using electronic health record systems for clinical documentation and navigation.
• Experience with presentation, training, and group facilitation.
• Advanced crisis intervention skills based on application of formal risk and clinical assessment.
• Conflict resolution knowledge related to addressing behaviour issues with forensic clients.
• Understanding of the treatment and management of clients with severe and persistent mental illness and concurrent disorders.
• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading and writing. French level A- is mandatory in oral expression and oral comprehension.

Rewards And Benefits

At The Royal, we are committed to supporting your health, well-being, and financial security at every stage of your career through a comprehensive total rewards package that may include:

• HOOPP, one of Canada's leading defined benefit pension plans, helping you build long-term financial security with a predictable lifetime retirement income and valuable employer contributions.
• Competitive health and dental benefits through Medavie Blue Cross (MBC), supporting you and your family's health and wellness needs;
• Life insurance and disability coverage through Manulife, including short-term and long-term disability benefits where applicable, providing added peace of mind;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through Telus Health, offering confidential counselling, wellness resources, and support services for you and your eligible family members (excluded casual staff).

Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to helping you thrive personally and professionally—today, tomorrow, and throughout your career at The Royal.

Salary Range: 44.67 to 57.90 per hour

Additional Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
• Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below.
• The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
• The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.