Transform Lives at CPRI! Are you ready to make a real difference? Join our dedicated team to deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based Social Work services for children and youth with complex challenges. Use your expertise to create supportive environments and shape brighter futures.
About the job
About the job
As part of our team, every day will be different based on the needs of your clients. You can expect a typical day to include:
• Providing specialized clinical assessments and creating treatment plans for clients, working with families and teams.
• Consulting and liaising with other disciplines, families, schools, and community agencies to set expectations and follow up on care.
• Keeping detailed records of client assessments and progress, ensuring confidentiality and proper handling of health information.
• Obtaining and maintaining consent from clients and families by explaining program details and helping them make informed decisions.
• Developing and delivering clinical education programs for CPRI and community service providers, including workshops and webinars.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• Master's degree in Social Work from a recognized university.
• Registration as a Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Valid Ontario 'G' Drivers License to travel within the service area and a willingness to work flexible hours.
Specialized Knowledge and Experience
You have:
• Expertise in Social Work principles, theories, and evidence-based practices, including development and mental health.
• Familiarity with community resources and liaising with service providers across Ontario.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, Ministry policies, and procedures.
• Relevant experience with a consultation service delivery model.
• Knowledge of family dynamics, counseling, and case management.
• Experience working with diverse clients to address their unique needs
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
You are skilled in:
• Preparing reports, relating to various people, and conducting client interviews.
• Working with professionals, staff, and community representatives, and engaging with clients and families.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
You can:
• Coordinate and analyze data to develop and monitor comprehensive client support plans.
• Evaluate client needs and deliver tailored support services.
• Assess client needs and provide appropriate support
Organizational and technical skills
You can:
• Manage information from various sources and prioritize workload.
• Use standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
We are a supportive and compassionate community who are proud about our transformative role in helping youth. You will join a flexible, supportive working environment where you complete meaningful, challenging, and impactful work every day.
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes:
• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
• group health, dental, life and disability benefits
• a range of vacation and leave options
• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services