Social Worker (BSW)-FT(.8) Foren Social
Top Benefits
About the role
Ref# 25OPP104
1 ‑ Full Time .8 ‑ Social Worker (BSW)
Forensics Social Work
Why Join Us?
· Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the
efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.
· Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract
top talent.
· Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario
Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having
access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong
pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our
overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As
your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
About the role:
The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)
is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values
and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures
continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,
understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.
Reporting to the Forensic Mental Health Program Manager, the Forensic Social Work role is to provide social work
services to the inpatient, outpatient and Northwestern Ontario Sexual Behaviours Program that would include
psychosocial assessments, treatment, counseling and after care planning.
Applicants must have the following qualifications:
* Honors Bachelor of Social Work degree
* Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
* Experience working with patients in a mental health setting
* Minimum of 3 years Forensic mental health experience
* Highly developed assessment skills
* Experience consulting and collaborating with members of the clinical team
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to formulate and type reports in a timely
fashion
* Self directed and able to work independently
* Thorough knowledge of theory and practice of professional Social Work, treatment and practices that would be
applied in a mental health or related setting
* Extensive and demonstrated knowledge of community resources
* Knowledge and experience with principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation or a similar recover based model of care
* Mental Health Act and its application
* Understanding of the Health Care Consent Act, the Substitute Decision Act and Ontario Review Board
Salary Range: $39.160 to 50.770
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process.
As a proposed designated position under the French Language Policy (HR‑esa‑12) Level 1 ‑ French
Language Skills according to Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre's Oral Proficiency Scale are
required.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Thursday, 4 September, 2025.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: August 28, 2025
OPSEU
About Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has a Mission to deliver a quality patient experience in an academic health care environment that is responsive to the needs of the population of Northwestern Ontario. We are a recognized leader in Patient and Family Centred Care.
Social Worker (BSW)-FT(.8) Foren Social
Top Benefits
About the role
Ref# 25OPP104
1 ‑ Full Time .8 ‑ Social Worker (BSW)
Forensics Social Work
Why Join Us?
· Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the
efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.
· Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract
top talent.
· Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario
Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having
access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong
pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our
overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As
your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
About the role:
The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)
is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values
and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures
continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,
understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.
Reporting to the Forensic Mental Health Program Manager, the Forensic Social Work role is to provide social work
services to the inpatient, outpatient and Northwestern Ontario Sexual Behaviours Program that would include
psychosocial assessments, treatment, counseling and after care planning.
Applicants must have the following qualifications:
* Honors Bachelor of Social Work degree
* Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
* Experience working with patients in a mental health setting
* Minimum of 3 years Forensic mental health experience
* Highly developed assessment skills
* Experience consulting and collaborating with members of the clinical team
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to formulate and type reports in a timely
fashion
* Self directed and able to work independently
* Thorough knowledge of theory and practice of professional Social Work, treatment and practices that would be
applied in a mental health or related setting
* Extensive and demonstrated knowledge of community resources
* Knowledge and experience with principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation or a similar recover based model of care
* Mental Health Act and its application
* Understanding of the Health Care Consent Act, the Substitute Decision Act and Ontario Review Board
Salary Range: $39.160 to 50.770
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process.
As a proposed designated position under the French Language Policy (HR‑esa‑12) Level 1 ‑ French
Language Skills according to Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre's Oral Proficiency Scale are
required.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Thursday, 4 September, 2025.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: August 28, 2025
OPSEU
About Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has a Mission to deliver a quality patient experience in an academic health care environment that is responsive to the needs of the population of Northwestern Ontario. We are a recognized leader in Patient and Family Centred Care.