Social Worker

Company Description Maternal Health Niagara is a psychotherapy practice focused on supporting individuals and families during the perinatal and maternal health journey. The organization provides client-centered mental health services aimed at promoting emotional well-being during pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenting. Care is delivered with an emphasis on compassion, evidence-informed practice, and respect for diverse family structures and backgrounds. Team members collaborate to create a safe, inclusive environment where clients can explore challenges and build resilience. Maternal Health Niagara is committed to continuous learning and high-quality clinical care. Role Description The Social Worker will provide direct clinical services, including psychosocial assessments, individual and family counseling, and supportive interventions for clients experiencing perinatal and maternal mental health concerns. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and implementing treatment plans, maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation, and coordinating care with other health and community providers. Qualifications Demonstrated skills in psychosocial assessment, individual counseling, family support, and treatment planning. Experience working with perinatal, maternal, or family mental health, including anxiety, depression, and adjustment challenges. Strong abilities in crisis intervention, safety planning, and referral to appropriate community and healthcare resources. Proficiency in maintaining clinical records, documentation, and confidentiality in accordance with professional and legal standards. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships in a diverse, inclusive environment. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary setting and to exercise sound clinical judgment and professional boundaries. Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution. Registration in good standing (or eligibility for registration) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Previous experience in psychotherapy or counseling settings; perinatal or maternal health experience is an asset.

The Social Worker provides direct clinical services, including psychosocial assessments and counseling for clients with perinatal and maternal mental health concerns. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, maintaining clinical documentation, and coordinating care with community providers.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and be registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Experience in psychotherapy or maternal health is preferred, along with strong skills in crisis intervention and clinical record-keeping.

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• Psychosocial Assessment
• Individual Counseling
• Family Support
• Treatment Planning
• Crisis Intervention
• Safety Planning
• Clinical Documentation
• Perinatal Mental Health
• Maternal Health
• Therapeutic Relationship Building
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Clinical Judgment

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 16, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available