Youth Wellness Centre This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Youth Wellness Centre (Hamilton Downtown) Job Type: Regular, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: OPSEU Local 206 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $44.49 - $55.08 Schedule Work Days: Monday to Friday Time of Day: Days Shift: Hours - 7.5 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-10-01 Closing Date: 2026-10-08 Position Summary: The Youth Wellness Centre (YWC) provides care to youth aged 17-25 who are experiencing significant mental health and addictions concerns. The YWC Social Worker provides quality social work services congruent with the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

The Registered Social

Worker provides psychosocial assessment (e.g., including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), case management youth/family education supportive counselling transition planning service coordination and consultation according to best practice standards in order to assist youth and their families to achieve optimum recovery and quality of life. This includes maximizing the benefit youth and families receive from their medical treatments and transitioning to risk-reduced timely discharges.

The Registered Social

Worker provides leadership in high-risk social situations program development advocacy and developing and maintaining strong community linkages.

The Registered Social

Worker will also participate in mentoring community development teaching continuous quality improvement and research activities. Bachelor of Social Work Degree (MSW preferred)



in Clinical Social Work • Registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers • Membership with the Ontario Association of Social Workers preferred • Minimum two years experience in a comparable role working with the defined population (eg youth with complex mental illness concerns and their families) • Knowledge and current community-based experience working with youth with mental health and addictions concerns and their families required • Current and demonstrated knowledge of the unique developmental issues of young adult clients and their families required • Current and demonstrated knowledge of the early stages of mental illness and addictions including etiology prognosis and treatment modalities required • Demonstrated knowledge and practiced skills in conducting a risk assessment, intervening when required and providing necessary supports.

- Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) to youth preferred.
- Health Care Consent Act
- Public Hospitals Act
- Long Term Care Act
- Child and Family Services Act
- PHIPA and Excellent Care for All Act • Understanding the use of psychotropic medication in youth psychiatric diagnosis and formulation of a mental health assessment • Ability to work in a cooperative partnership with client's family and community • Computer skills in Microsoft outlook windows word excel and Powerpoint • Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed!

📌 Social Worker - Part Time (Canada)
🏢 SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
📍 Canada