Position Summary
As a Registered Social Worker – PTSD & Trauma Specialist at Toriven™, you will provide evidence-based trauma therapy to veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, and first responders across Ontario.
This is a clinically focused role delivering structured, evidence-informed care for individuals experiencing PTSD, operational stress injury, moral injury, and related mental health conditions. You will work directly with clients while collaborating within a multidisciplinary, virtual-first care model.
You will also contribute to the development of a specialized program supporting veterans and first responders, working with both private-pay and Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) funded pathways.
This role provides clinical care within a collaborative, multidisciplinary model. All regulated clinicians maintain independent clinical judgment in accordance with professional standards, and Toriven™ does not direct or influence individual clinical decisions.
What You Will Do
Clinical Therapy & Trauma Treatment (60%)
- Deliver evidence-based trauma therapy to veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, and first responders, including PTSD, operational stress injury, moral injury, anxiety, depression, and transition-related presentations.
- Apply trauma-focused modalities such as EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and trauma-focused CBT in alignment with evidence-based protocols.
- Provide relationship counselling and family support where trauma impacts partners and family systems.
- Design and facilitate structured group programs (e.g., PTSD psychoeducation, operational stress injury management, transition to civilian life).
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with OCSWSSW standards and applicable reporting requirements.
Program Development & Community Engagement (40%)
- Support VAC provider registration within the initial phase of the role, with organizational support.
- Build and maintain referral relationships with VAC case managers, OSI clinics, and relevant community organizations.
- Represent Toriven™ in professional and community settings related to veteran and first responder mental health.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team on complex adult cases involving trauma, family systems, and return-to-work planning.
- Contribute to the development and growth of Toriven™'s Veterans and First Responders program.
What You Bring
- Demonstrated clinical experience working with veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, or first responders.
- Strong understanding of military culture, operational stress injury, and trauma-related presentations.
- Proven ability to deliver trauma-focused therapy using evidence-based approaches.
- Experience providing virtual or telehealth-based trauma therapy.
- Familiarity with the Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) mental health system and referral pathways.
- Ability to build professional relationships within the veteran or first responder support ecosystem.
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex trauma presentations.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
- Current OCSWSSW registration (RSW), in good standing with no conditions.
- Minimum 2 years of post-registration clinical experience with trauma and PTSD.
- Minimum 2 years of direct clinical experience with veterans, CAF members, or first responders.
- EMDR training (Level 1 or higher) or equivalent trauma-focused training; willingness to complete certification supported through CPD if not already completed.
- Eligibility for Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) provider registration.
- Clean Vulnerable Sector Screening (Ontario — mandatory).
- Authorized to work and reside in Ontario.
- French language proficiency considered an asset.
Compensation & Benefits
Benefits pro-rated based on hours. Registration reimbursement details provided upon offer.
Application Process
Please submit your CV and cover letter via our secure application form using the Apply Now button.
For a confidential discussion or to learn more about the role, please email career@torivenhealth.ca.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.