Social Worker II (TFT 1.0 FTE)

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.

About the Program

The Royal’s Mood and Anxiety Program offers highly specialized assessment, consultation and treatment to people with complex and persistent mood and anxiety disorders. Reporting to the Manager, Inpatient Services, the Social Worker is responsible for providing a full range of client centered clinical services.

Position Information

• Posting Number: ROM26-299E
• Title: Social Worker II (TFT 1.0 FTE)
• Position Status: Temporary Full-time
• Contract End Date: 03/28/2027
• FTE: 1.0
• Job Schedule: Days
• Unit: Mood & Anxiety Inpatient Unit
• Department: Mood & Anxiety
• Union: OPSEU Local 479
• Site: Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
• Level of Police Check: Vulnerable Sector Check
• Number of Vacancies: 1

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and risk assessments, including crisis intervention for suicidality, self‑harm, and safety concerns.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy for Mood and Anxiety Disorders using evidence‑based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, MI, Narrative Therapy, SFT, IPT, trauma‑focused therapies, OCD‑related interventions).
• Advocate, liaise and consult with interdisciplinary teams and community service providers.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including participation in treatment planning and consultations.
• Engage client, family, and significant others in the clinical interventions and risk reduction strategies.
• Deliver clinical services in person and via virtual/telemedicine platforms
• Complete timely, accurate electronic clinical documentation in compliance with hospital, regulatory, and legislative standards.
• Maintain workload measurement and data collection.
• Participate in or lead research, program evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to Social Work team activities, peer consultation, education, and provide clinical supervision to students.
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing learning and knowledge updates.
• Participate in program‑ and discipline‑specific committees and task groups.
• 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, Harassment & Discrimination Free policy.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work and registration in good standing with OCSWSSW (independent practice).
• Minimum 3 years’ mental health experience (hospital and/or community).
• Competence to perform the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy with training/supervision in CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, CPT, EMDR or related modalities; certification preferred.
• Strong skills in psychosocial assessments, risk assessment, individualized treatment planning, and evidence‑based individual, group, and family therapy for complex mood and anxiety disorders.
• Experience delivering and evaluating group therapy for severe and persistent mental illness.
• Expertise in crisis intervention, de-escalation, discharge planning, and navigation of community resources.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, PHIPA, HCCA, RHPA).
• Knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria
• Proficient in detailed clinical documentation, care coordination, and collaboration within interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience providing education to patients, families, and community audiences.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, critical thinking, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• High proficiency with electronic health records.
• Person‑centered, recovery‑oriented approach; knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation and conflict resolution.
• Commitment to best practices, continuous quality improvement, and teamwork.
• English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset.

Language Requirements

English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading & writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered a strong asset

Salary Range: 47.05 to 60.98 per hour

Additional Information

All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.

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.