Registered Social Worker

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Deliver one-on-one counseling through secure video sessions to Ontario members referred by Refua’s Nurse Practitioners.

• Evaluate members’ needs and provide assistance for stress, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, emotional eating, and life transitions.

• Create personalized care plans utilizing evidence-based counseling methods.

• Aid members in developing coping strategies, promoting health behavior changes, and enhancing emotional well-being.

• Work in conjunction with Nurse Practitioners and share pertinent updates with member consent.

• Assess risk, identify when virtual care is inadequate, and guide members towards suitable in-person, urgent, or crisis services.

• Manage referrals and communicate any concerns that necessitate clinical follow-up.

• Ensure accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in line with applicable OCSWSSW standards, PHIPA regulations, and organizational policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) and current registration as a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the OCSWSSW, in good standing.

• Professional liability insurance that is suitable for the role.

• Proven experience in providing individual counseling or psychotherapy.

• Strong assessment, clinical judgment, risk assessment, and communication abilities.

• Capability to practice independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

• Familiarity with secure virtual care platforms and electronic clinical records.

• Reliable internet access and a private, confidential workspace.

• An updated résumé detailing relevant social work, counseling, and virtual care experience.

• OCSWSSW registration number for verification purposes.

• Proof of professional liability insurance.

• Copies of pertinent education and certification credentials.

• Contact details for two professional references.

• Evidence of eligibility to work in Canada, if required during onboarding.

• Vulnerable Sector Check.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Flexible work schedule to support work-life balance.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.