Social Worker – U of T Health & Wellness Partnership at Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch – Scarborough, Ontario

Social Worker – U of T Health & Wellness Partnership (Full Time – Permanent)

The Role and Opportunity CMHA Toronto, in partnership with the University of Toronto Health & Wellness Centre, is seeking a skilled and compassionate Social Worker to support post-secondary students both on campus and in the community. This role is anchored within CMHA Toronto’s MOD program and offers the opportunity to deliver client‑centered, trauma‑informed mental health support within an innovative campus–community collaborative partnership, working alongside an interdisciplinary team dedicated to strengthening student mental health and positively influencing students’ wellbeing, resilience, recovery journeys, and continued engagement in their studies.

The successful candidate will work directly with U of T students presenting with a range of mental health concerns, providing assessment, intervention, referral, and care coordination within a collaborative campus–community partnership. While employed and supervised through CMHA Toronto, the Social Worker will deliver services in close collaboration with U of T Health & Wellness Centre clinicians and staff, supporting students both on campus and through community-based outreach, ensuring seamless continuity of care.

Salary: $63,879.19 – $69,994

Hours of Work: 35 per week

Location: University of Toronto (St. George Campus) & Toronto Community Sites

About CMHA Toronto

CMHA Toronto is the city’s leading community mental health agency. We provide accessible, quality care for Toronto residents through programs, research and advocacy that create belonging and hope. At CMHA Toronto, we take a client-first, recovery-oriented approach to supporting people and their families when they experience mental health challenges or live with mental illness. By integrating health and social care, we provide services that aid in long-term wellness including housing, employment, community connections and so much more. Our goal? Help everyone thrive in the community.

Responsibilities

Provide care within a collaborative partnership with U of T Health & Wellness Centre, supporting students with identified mental health and social determinant of health needsDevelop a therapeutic alliance with students referred to the program, supporting their mental health recovery, facilitating connection to community resources and social services that address social determinants of health, and promoting their continued engagement in studies at the University of Toronto.Provide psychoeducation about medications, symptoms, and mental health concerns.Monitor recovery progress, complete assessments, and engage in collaborative goal planning.Assess mental status and monitor physical health needs.Assess client needs and link to appropriate resources using a holistic lens, including supports related to the social determinants of health.Work from a recovery-based, trauma-informed, client-centered perspective.Collaborate on service provision with CMHA and U of T Health & Wellness Centre team members, as well as community partners and resources.Collect data and maintain documentation to support partnership goals and quality improvement initiatives.

Experience & Education Required

Master's degree in social work and registered in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).Minimum of three (3) years of mental health experience; community-based experience and experience with students/young adults is a strong asset.Excellent skills in mental health assessment, teaching, clinical decision-making, case management, and effective crisis intervention.Ability to deliver care within a collaborative partnership supporting students working closely with the U of T Health & Wellness Centre.Demonstrated ability to intervene effectively in clinical situations involving youth and adults experiencing mental illness.Ability to demonstrate a non-homophobic, anti-racist, anti-oppressive approach and work effectively with diverse communities.Strong communication, active listening, and relationship-building skills.Fluency in a second language is considered an asset.Commitment to ongoing professional development and incorporation of evidence-based practices.Proficiency using electronic health records and comfort with data literacy to support program outcome measurement.Access to a car and a valid driver’s license is required.Why Choose CMHA Toronto?

If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Toronto may be the place for you. We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement.

Our benefits include:

Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a predictable, secure monthly income upon retirement Comprehensive Group Health Insurance – Health, Dental, Vision, Paramedicals Short-term and Long-term Disability programs and life insurance to protect your income upon illness or injury Work-life balance and flexibility – to ensure you have time for the things that matter to you Annual Professional Development Funding for career learning and advancement Work with like-minded, passionate individuals and make an impact on mental health service delivery Build genuine and authentic connections, with colleagues and clients, with the goal of making a difference CMHA Toronto is an award-winning workplace committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, empathy, and accountability. Our staff value the flexibility in work schedules, the emphasis on work-life balance, and the organization's commitment to continuous learning through training and development opportunities. Many employees highlight the strong sense of community and support that make CMHA Toronto feel like more than just a workplace—it feels like a family.

As an equity-informed employer, CMHA Toronto reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from equity-deserving candidates, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized individuals, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and women. We recognize and honour the intersectionality of equity-based identities. Personal experience with mental health challenges, whether firsthand or through a loved one, is considered an asset. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please inform us before the interview if you require an accommodation.

To be eligible for this role candidates will be required to adhere to our COVID-19 policy and provide proof of vaccination.

Important Disclosure:

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process.