Registered Social Worker (8 month Contract) at SJC CARE FACTORY INC — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Registered Social Worker to join our dynamic mental health team. This unique role involves providing essential psychotherapy and counselling services across multiple correctional facilities. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will be responsible for delivering trauma-informed care to a diverse population. You must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, secure environment and possess a strong ability to build rapport quickly. This is an 8-month contract position (with a high likelihood of extension) that requires frequent travel; a generous travel stipend is provided to ensure you are fully compensated for your time and mileage. Key Responsibilities Psychotherapy & Counselling: Provide individual and group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing) to address complex mental health needs. Trauma-Informed Practice: Apply a trauma-informed lens to all interactions, ensuring safety, trustworthiness, and empowerment for clients who have experienced significant adverse events. Crisis Intervention: Conduct risk assessments and manage acute crises, including suicide risk, self-harm, and behavioral escalations, utilizing de-escalation techniques and safety planning. Community Health: Address social determinants of health, facilitate access to community resources, and support discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-release. Cultural/Community Connection: Integrate cultural humility into practice. Work collaboratively with Indigenous communities and diverse cultural groups to ensure services are relevant and respectful. Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in compliance with facility policies, legal standards, and college regulations. Qualifications & Requirements Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university. Registration: Active and in-good-standing registration with the relevant College of Social Workers (or provincial equivalent). Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience, preferably in forensic, correctional, or community mental health settings. Skills: Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention. Strong assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate complex institutional dynamics. Travel: Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and be willing to travel to various facility locations on a rotating schedule. (Travel time and mileage are compensated). What We Offer A competitive hourly rate. Travel Compensation: Generous per-kilometer rate and paid travel time. Opportunity to work across diverse clinical environments. Supportive team culture focused on professional growth. Potential for contract extension based on performance and operational needs. How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their application package via email. Please send your Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) as a single PDF document to: mrogers @ carefactory . ca Subject Line: Application: Traveling RSW – [Your Full Name] Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position requires enhanced security clearance.