Social Worker, Client Services

Full-Time Permanent | 37.5 hours per week

About National Service Dogs

National Service Dogs (NSD) is a Canadian charitable organization dedicated to changing lives through service. For nearly 30 years, NSD has partnered with individuals, families, and communities to provide highly trained service dogs supporting children with autism, veterans and first responders with PTSD, and community mental health and wellness initiatives.

At NSD, we are grounded in trauma-informed, person-centred, and ethical practice, and we believe in the power of the human–canine bond to foster safety, independence, and belonging.

The Opportunity

NSD is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and collaborative Social Worker, Client Services to join our Client Services team. Reporting to the Director of People and Programs, this role plays a critical part in ensuring safe, ethical, and effective service dog placements through comprehensive assessment, onboarding, and long-term client support.

This position is ideal for a social worker who values relationship-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful, long-term impact with clients and their families.

Key Responsibilities : Client Assessment & Intake

• Conduct comprehensive interviews and psychosocial assessments with prospective clients and families
• Assess client needs, strengths, risks, and readiness for service dog placement
• Determine eligibility and appropriateness of placement in alignment with NSD policies, ethical standards, and program criteria
• Support informed decision-making with clients through clear, compassionate communication

Placement Readiness & Onboarding

Ongoing Client & Graduate Support

Qualifications & Experience

Preferred / Assets

Why Join NSD

Interested candidates please submit a resume and cover letter to rochelle@nsd.on.ca

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