Full-time (35 hours per week), contract until March 31, 2027 $37.53 to $44.46 per hr. (for MSW) $34.17 to $40.47 per hr. (for BSW) Salary is commensurate on experience and education

Unison Health and Community Services is a non-profit, community-based organization that serves neighbourhoods in North West Toronto. Operating out of six locations, Unison offers core services that include primary health care,counselling, health promotion, Early Years programs, legal services, harm reduction programs, housing assistance, adult protective services, Pathways to Education and a Diabetes Education Program. Unison's mission is working together to deliver accessible and high quality health and community services that are integrated, respond to needs, build on strengths and inspire change.

Unison Health and Community Services is committed to working from an inclusive, pro-choice, sex positive, harm reduction, anti-racist, anti-oppression and participatory framework.

Unison is seeking a Social Worker who can provide therapeutic services. The Social Worker is responsible for providing ongoing assessment and appropriate interventions to the clients served by Unison Health and Community Services.The Social Worker will report to the Program Manager, Mental Health and Substance Use.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

Provide psychosocial assessment, counselling, therapy, advocacy and referral services to individuals of all ages, couples, groups and the community

Ensure appropriate treatment is delivered to clients by maintaining client records and ensuring their confidentiality within the bounds of legislation

Act as a client advocate on individual and systemic issues

Perform case management functions





Work within the guidelines of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Contribute to the on-going evaluation, development and implementation of therapeutic programs that respond to the psycho-social health needs of the target group

Liaise with community agencies regarding issues relevant to client needs and identify and develop partnership/collaboration opportunities when applicable

Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences as needed

Provide support to Primary Care team in client crisis management

Participate in Quality of Care chart audits with Social Workers across sites

Participate in the review, development, and updating of social work and clinic procedures; provide input to the development of applicable policies.

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work (MSW or BSW) with experience in Counseling

Certification and membership in positive standing with theOntario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

In-depth knowledge and expereince in Brief Solution-Focussed Therapy

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in group work and community development

Demonstrated knowledge of, and sensitivity to, the impact of social, economic, environmental, and cultural issues on diverse communities

Knowledge of issues affecting communities facing barriers to access in an urban environment

Familiarity with the social, economic and cultural conditions of the project's geographic area





Experience working with local service providers, community groups and networks, and an understanding of local issues and priorities are an asset

Experience serving Unison's priority populations (seniors with complex needs, people with mental health & addiction issues,LGBTQ2IA+ and youth facing barriers)

Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, including computer literacy

Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students, community members, volunteers, etc.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in English

Strong communication skills in one (or both) Portuguese and Spanish, is a strong asset

Thorough knowledge of and proficiency in current assessment, and psychosocial counseling techniques for working with individuals, couples and communities

Demonstrated ability to develop and facilitate psycho-educational support groups

Ability to effectively deal with crises; 3-5 years direct therapy experience and 3-5 years’ experience working with youth, adults and children, preferably in a community-based setting

Ability to work flexible hours.

Location Toronto , ON

We welcome applications from people who are reflective of the diverse communities we serve, including those who might need accommodation.

Where needed, accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided, on request, to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.

Unison does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for screening, assessing, or the selection of applicants.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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