Social Worker, MSW - OP Mental Health and Addictions (Chemical Dependency Program)

Social Worker, MSW - OP Mental Health and Addictions (Chemical Dependency Program)

Posting Date 1 month ago(1/7/2026 11:00 AM) Program Mental Health Program Department/Unit Chemical Dependency Program Employee Type Part-Time Employee Group OPSEU 590 Job ID 2025-22791 Job Category Allied Health

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Social Worker, MSW to join our Chemical Dependency Program. This program provides service to patients with complex concurrent disorder where their addictions condition requires care and treatment alongside other chronic co-morbidities (mental health, medical problems, etc.). Staff are responsible to complete assessments, develop treatment plans, provide interventions based on recovery, relapse prevention, and safety and stabilization principles. Staff in this role deliver psychoeducation, counselling and psychotherapy both individually and via groups.

Employment Status: Permanent Part Time Hours of Work: Day shifts – Monday to Friday (except Tuesday); Tuesdays will be a 12-8pm shift. (Subject to change per management rights)Location: Wilson Site – Cross Site Coverage may be required – Must be willing to work on all Mental Health and Addictions UnitsLabour Group: OPSEU 590Reporting Relationship: Manager, Mental Health and Addictions Hourly Rate: $44.67 - $57.90

Responsibilities:

• Assessment, treatment and discharge planning for patients in the Chemical Dependency Program.
• Provides individual and group counselling and psychotherapy, crisis management, psycho-education, connection to community-based resources for patients and/or their families.
• Works in collaboration and consultation with our medical staff, and other members of the inter-professional health care team to meet the needs of our outpatients
• Facilitates strong working relationships and acts as a resource within our internal Mental Health and Addictions programs, other areas of the HRH, as well as with our community partners.
• Collaborate with the Physician Leader, Manager, Clinical Practice Leader and other stakeholders in the development of new programs for patients and families.
• Assists with coverage in all MH & A programs as required

Qualifications:

• MSW obtained from an accredited School of Social Work.
• Current membership with OASW and OCSWSSW.
• Two (2) years’ experiences in mental health and/or addiction facility or setting required.
• Level 1 CBT training completed or in progress or demonstrated experience with these skills. CBT level 2 is an asset.
• Demonstrated skills in individual and group counselling, psychoeducation and psychotherapy.
• Certification in the prevention and management of aggressive behaviour is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in applying motivational interviewing skills is required.
• Training in DBT is required (or demonstrated experience with these skills).
• Training in additional modalities such as EFT, IFS, BSFT, CPT, narrative therapy, CBT-I, CBT-P are an asset.
• Understanding of and experience in Trauma Informed Care is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, training and experience with managing and caring for the patient with polysubstance use and/or concurrent disorders is required.
• Excellent assessment skills using a bio-psycho-social model required for addictions and concurrent disorders.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in identifying a patient in withdrawal.
• Knowledge of addictions specific community-based treatment programs and resources is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as a part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast paced/changing environment.
• Ability to respond rapidly and decisively to crisis situations.
• Demonstrates cross cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Good word processing skills including electronic medical record, MS Office required.
• Experience, familiarity and comfort, with technology-assisted healthcare delivery, specifically video conferencing using various platforms and devices preferred.
• Excellent attendance and a discipline free record is required.
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
  

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.