Social Worker - Mental Health Navigator (Permanent Full-Time)

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site, and together we provide outstanding, integrated care to support people in living their healthiest lives.

ROLE

• Conduct clinical social work assessments and provide management for patients in the Emergency Department and other assigned areas

• Develop and implement individualized plans of care, including counseling, discharge planning, financial assistance, and referrals

• Provide psychosocial support for patients transitioning from hospital care

• Offer specialized support to patients experiencing substance use concerns and those affected by intimate partner violence (IPV)

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with institutional and professional standards

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, quality assurance programs, and professional development opportunities

• Deliver educational sessions to staff, patients, families, and volunteers as needed

• Establish and maintain partnerships with hospital and community agencies for enhanced patient support

• Contribute to the development of new mental health programming as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters of Social Work (MSW)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an interdisciplinary hospital setting
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with mental health population
• Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Certification in addiction treatments and medicine
• Courses or certifications relevant to mental health population, crisis assessments, trauma, resilience, violence and debriefing an asset
• Experience with:
  • Conducting locus and crisis assessments
  • Pediatric mental health population
  • Working with crisis programs with OPP
  • Working with indigenous populations

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
• Extended health benefits (permanent full-time)
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location: Multi-Site, working on site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. SMMH is the home-site. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Hours of Work: Currently Monday - Friday from 7 am - 3 pm however shifts and hours may vary and change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

Recruitment Process

• Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Please Note: Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.
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• We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.
• Please note, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is not being used to screen, assess, or select applicants in our recruitment process.

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

• Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled

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