Registered Social Worker (MSW) – Permanent Full Time (On-Site)

Registered Social Worker (MSW) – Permanent Full Time (On-Site)

Blue Sky Family Health Team – North Bay, Ontario

Blue Sky Family Health Team (BSFHT) is seeking a Registered Social Worker (RSW) to join our interdisciplinary primary care team. This role is ideal for clinicians who enjoy structured, goal-oriented counselling and working collaboratively within a team-based medical environment.

The RSW provides brief, solution-focused therapy and psychosocial support to patients experiencing mental health and life challenges, with an emphasis on practical strategies, coping skills, and coordinated care.

What to expect in this role

• Provide individual and couples counselling and psychotherapy using a short-term, goal-focused model (typically 4–6 sessions per patient)
• Conduct 1-hour sessions (initial assessments are longer)
• See up to 5 patients per day (actual daily volume can be lower due to no-shows and scheduling flow)
• Maintain an active caseload of approximately 40 patients
• Work within a two-week booking window to support timely access
• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop client-centred care plans
• Support patients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors using practical, skills-based approaches
• No ongoing crisis management or after-hours/on-call responsibilities
• Initial appointments are coordinated by administrative staff; ongoing care is managed by the RSW
• Collaborate closely with physicians and team members using a shared electronic medical record (EMR)

Practice environment

• Interdisciplinary primary care model with close collaboration with affiliate physicians
• On-site team includes, social work, allied health professionals, administration, and management
• Integrated care supported through a shared EMR and coordinated communication pathways
• Structured access model with defined referral triage and time-limited episodes of care and discharge planning

Why this role may be a good fit

• Predictable daily schedule with manageable caseload and low variability
• Structured short-term model (no long-term or open-ended therapy load)
• No crisis or emergency service expectations
• Strong administrative support for intake and scheduling
• Opportunity to build skills in brief intervention and primary care mental health
• Stable, salaried position with benefits and pension

This role is well-suited to new or early-career MSWs, or experienced clinicians seeking a more structured and sustainable practice model.
New MSW graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• Registration (or eligibility) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Strong assessment, counselling, and communication skills
• Experience (including practicum) in mental health or counselling
• Experience with EMRs is an asset

Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $63,826 – $76,150
• HOOPP defined-benefit pension
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Generous vacation entitlement
• Professional development funding and time
• On-site parking

Additional Information

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This position does not offer visa sponsorship or immigration support.

This is an on-site position in North Bay.
The posting will remain open until filled.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and résumé to: jennifer.condie@blueskyfht.on.ca

BSFHT is committed to accessible recruitment processes. Accommodations are available upon request.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.