Top Benefits
About the role
Position Type:
Temporary - Temporaire
Closing date:
2025-09-21
Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians.
With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training.
We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.
As an employee of Medavie Health Services, we are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe and respectful workplace.
Medavie Health Services is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and adaptable Registered Social Worker (RSW) to join our Mobile Mental Health Team for a temporary sick leave replacement, with the possibility of transitioning into a part-time role.
About the Program
Our Mobile Mental Health Team has been active for one year, delivering non-crisis, short-term care to individuals aged 16 and older who are transitioning between acute episodes and long-term support. Services are primarily delivered in clients’ homes, with flexibility to meet in public spaces (e.g., libraries, community centers, etc) or virtually, based on client preference.
We currently serve Huron and Perth Counties, offering:
- System navigation
- Minor Case management
- Short-term therapy and counselling.
- Compassionate, timely care tailored to each client’s needs
Team & Culture
You’ll be joining a small, collaborative team of two RSWs, one administrative assistant, and one RN. We work closely with clients to determine the most appropriate setting and therapeutic approach, based on their preferences and existing supports.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-home and community-based client visits
- Provide therapy and counselling using evidence-based practices
- Assess mental health and risk, including suicidal, self-destructive, homicidal, and aggressive behaviors
- Evaluate client conditions within environmental, familial, and social contexts
- Initiate referrals and collaborate with families, professionals, and community supports
- Work alongside law enforcement and paramedic services when needed
- Recommend and facilitate access to appropriate resources and services
- Apply knowledge of mental illness, cognitive functioning, substance use, and medical comorbidities
- Understand psychotropic medications and identify when further evaluation is needed
- Collect information from interviews and collateral sources
- Perform additional duties as required.
Qualifications
- Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- Minimum 2 years of experience in mental health or related fields
- Master’s degree in a relevant field is an asset
- Experience working in Huron and Perth Counties is an asset
- Strong clinical assessment and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and adaptability in service delivery
- Valid driver’s license required – a company vehicle is provided for client visits
- Clear criminal record check required
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate
- Opportunity to continue in a part-time capacity
- A flexible, client-centered work environment
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
This is a part-time, 6 month temporary position at 0.5 FTE (Full-Time Equivalent). Based on operational needs, there may be opportunities for additional hours, up to full-time as well as potential transition to a part-time permanent role.
Working on the frontlines of health care, we know the toll that mental health and addictions issues can have on individuals, families and communities. Now, more than ever, we need to find ways to increase access to mental health and addictions supports.
Medavie Health Services is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Medavie Health Services will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Medavie Health Services Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
We would like to thank all candidates for expressing interest. Please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Medavie Health Services is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
About Medavie
Medavie is a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in benefits management, health management, and healthcare delivery. Backed by the strength of a team of 8,200+ professionals, we’re committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest.
Medavie provides all-in-one private health insurance, public health administration, emergency medical services as Canada's largest contracted provider, as well as primary care, community health and mental health and addictions solutions, medical communications, and clinical training.
As a not-for-profit organization, we’re recognized for our investments in our employees as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, our community and social impact investments as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures and certification as a Caring Company, as well as Rainbow Registered accreditation for our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Type:
Temporary - Temporaire
Closing date:
2025-09-21
Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians.
With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training.
We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.
As an employee of Medavie Health Services, we are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe and respectful workplace.
Medavie Health Services is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and adaptable Registered Social Worker (RSW) to join our Mobile Mental Health Team for a temporary sick leave replacement, with the possibility of transitioning into a part-time role.
About the Program
Our Mobile Mental Health Team has been active for one year, delivering non-crisis, short-term care to individuals aged 16 and older who are transitioning between acute episodes and long-term support. Services are primarily delivered in clients’ homes, with flexibility to meet in public spaces (e.g., libraries, community centers, etc) or virtually, based on client preference.
We currently serve Huron and Perth Counties, offering:
- System navigation
- Minor Case management
- Short-term therapy and counselling.
- Compassionate, timely care tailored to each client’s needs
Team & Culture
You’ll be joining a small, collaborative team of two RSWs, one administrative assistant, and one RN. We work closely with clients to determine the most appropriate setting and therapeutic approach, based on their preferences and existing supports.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-home and community-based client visits
- Provide therapy and counselling using evidence-based practices
- Assess mental health and risk, including suicidal, self-destructive, homicidal, and aggressive behaviors
- Evaluate client conditions within environmental, familial, and social contexts
- Initiate referrals and collaborate with families, professionals, and community supports
- Work alongside law enforcement and paramedic services when needed
- Recommend and facilitate access to appropriate resources and services
- Apply knowledge of mental illness, cognitive functioning, substance use, and medical comorbidities
- Understand psychotropic medications and identify when further evaluation is needed
- Collect information from interviews and collateral sources
- Perform additional duties as required.
Qualifications
- Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- Minimum 2 years of experience in mental health or related fields
- Master’s degree in a relevant field is an asset
- Experience working in Huron and Perth Counties is an asset
- Strong clinical assessment and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and adaptability in service delivery
- Valid driver’s license required – a company vehicle is provided for client visits
- Clear criminal record check required
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate
- Opportunity to continue in a part-time capacity
- A flexible, client-centered work environment
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
This is a part-time, 6 month temporary position at 0.5 FTE (Full-Time Equivalent). Based on operational needs, there may be opportunities for additional hours, up to full-time as well as potential transition to a part-time permanent role.
Working on the frontlines of health care, we know the toll that mental health and addictions issues can have on individuals, families and communities. Now, more than ever, we need to find ways to increase access to mental health and addictions supports.
Medavie Health Services is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Medavie Health Services will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Medavie Health Services Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
We would like to thank all candidates for expressing interest. Please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Medavie Health Services is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
About Medavie
Medavie is a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in benefits management, health management, and healthcare delivery. Backed by the strength of a team of 8,200+ professionals, we’re committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest.
Medavie provides all-in-one private health insurance, public health administration, emergency medical services as Canada's largest contracted provider, as well as primary care, community health and mental health and addictions solutions, medical communications, and clinical training.
As a not-for-profit organization, we’re recognized for our investments in our employees as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, our community and social impact investments as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures and certification as a Caring Company, as well as Rainbow Registered accreditation for our commitment to diversity and inclusion.