(Temporary Full-Time)Social Worker - Geriatric Dementia Unit (Gdu)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a Social Worker. As a Social Worker, you will provide specialized care to patients with complex mental illnesses by using a recovery focused model of care, built upon compassion, inspiration and hope. You will be an active and equal member of the inter-professional team.

The assignment is on a 23 bed inpatient unit within the Geriatric and Neuropsychiatry Program. This unit provides specialized services for older adults with dementia, presenting with responsive behaviours, who are usually residing in long-term care. This unit provides assessment, stabilization, treatment and management of dementia-related behaviours. The goal of treatment is to stabilize patients so they can successfully transition to long-term care or the referring organization.

Requirements:
• An MSW is required.
• The successful candidate must be registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers in good standing.
• Current CPR Level HCP is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery.
• 3-5 years psychiatric experience in a mental health facility or service is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the OCSWSSW Standards of Practice and commitment to maintaining reflective practice standards as described by the College.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Health, and relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and PHIPA is required.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of the theory and practice of clinical social/mental health work.
• Thorough knowledge of social work treatment methods applied in mental health settings/community.
• Demonstrated competence in individual, group and family therapy and crisis intervention skills.
• Knowledge of concurrent disorders an asset.
• The candidate will have demonstrated excellent interpersonal and effective oral/written communication skills.
• The ability to work with clients of diverse ethno racial and cultural backgrounds and proficiency in a second language would be considered an asset.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position.
• Variable hours may be required due to patient demand.

Link to OPSEU Wage Table - This position is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit.

Job Posting Closing: February 18th, 2026. Please note any job applications after this date will not be considered 

This is a 6 Month Vacancy

Vacancies: 1

Link to OPSEU Wage Table