The Ministry of the Solicitor General is hiring Social Workers in the following areas; Kenora, Thunder Bay, Monteith, and Fort Frances! For more information on this LEAP job posting, check out the details below!
Division: Kenora Jail, Monteith Correctional Complex, Thunder Bay Correctional Centre, Fort Frances Jail
- 3 English Permanent, 1430 River Dr, Kenora, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 20 months, 2351 Hwy 61 S, Thunder Bay, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
- 2 English Permanent, 3052 Rese Rd, Monteith, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
- 1 English Permanent, 310 Nelson St, Fort Frances, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
- 1 Bilingual English/French Permanent, 3052 Rese Rd, Monteith, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
Job ID: 225654
Employer Name: Ministry of the Solicitor General
City: Kenora, Monteith, Thunder Bay, Fort Frances
Province: Ontario
Postal Code: P9N 1K5
Application Deadline: Thursday, April 24, 2025 11:59 pm EDT (10:59 pm CST)
Hours of Work: 7 Permanent, 1 Temporary (20 months with possible extension)
Job Type: Full-Time
Wages: $1,352.75 - $1,717.58 Per week, Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Duties of this LEAP Job Posting: In this role, you will provide professional social work services for inmates in a correctional facility.
The Ministry of the Solicitor General is embarking on a large-scale initiative to modernize Ontario’s correctional system, with a focus on enhancing safety and security, infrastructure and services in institutions across the province. Consider a rewarding career in correctional services and join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals in custody and in keeping our communities safe.
Job Preview Information Session
We invite you to join us for a voluntary, online information session on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 10:00am. EST to learn more about the Social Worker opportunities within the Ministry of the Solicitor General. This information session is voluntary and will not impact the screening process. If you are interested in learning more, please register via the following link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=KRLczSqsl0u3ig5crLWGXLLnMm03soxCv0kUnZdm9D9UN0pVQkpEWFJBWE5IM1NVRzI1OExGMjE5RCQlQCN0PWcu
Details for attending the information session will be provided exclusively to applicants who express their interest by completing the required information on the MS Form accessed through the provided link.
- Formulate discharge plans in full collaboration with professionals and inmates
- Provide crisis intervention services
- Prepare and maintain assessments and statistical reports
- Provide rehabilitative programs and counselling
- Participate in social work research activities and evaluate treatment programs and services
- Provide social work consultation and training to staff
Qualifications for this LEAP Job Posting: Mandatory requirements
- You are registered as a Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
Specialized Knowledge and Experience
- You have in-depth knowledge of and experience with theories, principles and practices of social work normally acquired through a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW)
- You can develop rehabilitative program/treatment plans as well as conduct individual/group therapy and crisis intervention
- You have knowledge of risk assessment tools and rehabilitative/treatment options
- You have knowledge of community support services to assist inmates in formulating reintegration plans
- You have knowledge of gender responsive and trauma informed practices as well as sexual abuse and addiction recovery in order to develop programs and rehabilitative plans for inmates
- You are able to understand, interpret, and apply relevant legislation such as the Ministry of Correctional Services Act and Social Work and Social Service Work Act, etc.
- You can acquire knowledge of and apply operational policies and procedures
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- You can provide individual counselling, evaluation, and assessment services to offenders with complex needs
- You are able to connect and build rapport with a diverse client population with varied cultural, ethnic, and educational backgrounds
- You have experience working within a multi-disciplinary setting including community agencies
- You have proven tact, discretion and sensitivity to discuss problems/options with offenders and maintain confidentiality
Analytical, Assessment, and Problem-Solving Skills
- You can gather and compile data from multiple sources to identify inmate needs
- You are able to develop/modify rehabilitative, treatment, and case management plans
- You can assess inmates in crisis and apply appropriate therapeutic intervention
- You have organizational skills to manage conflicting priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain adequate records
Northern Attraction Incentive Program
This position qualifies for the Northern Attraction Incentive Program (NAIP). NAIP is a pilot recruitment program which offers financial incentives to new hires in specific positions in designated institutions and probation and parole offices in Northern Ontario, including external candidates to the Ontario Public Service and qualifying existing employees who agree to work for a term of three years.
All applicants will be provided with more information on the program, once the job advertisement closes. If you would like more information prior to applying, you may contact COR-ETU@ontario.ca
How To Apply to this LEAP Job Posting:
- You must apply online. https://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/Apply.aspx?Language=English&JobID=225654
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages.
- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
- Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
- OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
- If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us (https://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx) to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario’s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion.
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