Registered Social Worker in Attawapiskat

The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Registered Social Worker.

Life at WAHA is a beacon of healing, wellness, and innovation, connecting remote communities with the care they deserve. Team members work with purpose, knowing each action matters. Patients are neighbours, family, and colleagues. Each day brings challenges that help you grow and feel vital. Here, we experience work with wonder.

What We Do: WAHA is an integrated health system providing the full continuum of care to the six communities of the western James Bay coast. As a health authority, you will have the opportunity to care for patients in all phases of their life journey. Our guiding goal is to be a centre of excellence in Indigenous and remote healthcare.

Who You Are:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act and related legislation, mental health assessments, psychopharmacology, general counselling principles and interview techniques, crisis intervention, concurrent disorders, abnormal psychology, de-escalation techniques, seclusion and restraints practices, and community resources.
• Advanced knowledge and practice skills concerning crisis intervention, risk management, and psychiatric assessment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and effective communication with co-workers, physicians, and other health care staff.
• Demonstrates leadership, problem solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.

What You’ll Do:

• Complete Mental Status Exams and other relevant assessments to inform treatment plans.
• Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients presenting with psychiatric symptoms.
• Provide crisis intervention services for patients experiencing situational crises.
• Develop care plans with recommendations for final disposition.
• Collaborate with Emergency Department staff and other service providers to coordinate patient care.
• Provide guidance to nursing staff involved in direct care of psychiatric patients.
• Complete, maintain, and update patient/family records within 48 hours of a session.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related field required.
• Master of Social Work or equivalent preferred.
• Registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
• One year of recent related experience in a crisis or emergency psychiatry setting or three years in acute psychiatry.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to communicate in the local native Cree language is an asset.
• Valid G license.

Why Choose Us:

• Defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP).
• Group health, welfare, and Employee and Family Assistance Program Benefits.
• Relocation paid by the organization.
• Housing provided by the organization.
• Annual retention bonus, a northern living allowance, and vacation travel bonus.
• Be part of an organization leading health transformation in the remote north.
• Ability to work with a purpose, connected to an amazing community and culture.

Salary: $92,800.50 - $102,355.50

Competition #: 2026-122

This position will remain open till filled. Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.