Social Worker

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada University Health Network Full time
Company Description

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union: CUPE
Site: Hillcrest Reactivation Centre
Reports to: Program Services Manager
Hours: 37.5
Pay Range: $53.16 (pay is non-negotiable and in accordance with the collective agreement requirements)
Status: Temporary, Full Time
Shifts: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours weekly
Posted Date: May 16, 2024
Closing Date: May 23, 2024

Hillcrest Reactivation Centre is a 75-bed community based reactivation Centre, part of the Community Transitional Care Programs within the TCLHIN. Operating under the Home and Community Care Act, Hillcrest offers a short period of reactivation to clients who are ALC or at risk of ALC, supporting their return home.

Job Summary:
In the provision of patient and non-patient care activities, the primary responsibilities of the Social Worker include:

  • Innovative application of social work processes that assist patients with psychosocial challenges and to optimize client progress in rehabilitation through the continuum
  • Providing comprehensive psychosocial assessments and intervention
  • Providing educational and supportive counselling services; providing service based on individual, family and group practice models
  • Discharging planning, population health advocacy, community services linkage
  • Collaborating with the inter-professional team and community-based service providers
  • Advocating, mediating and resolving conflict
  • Participating in professional, program and hospital development
  • Willingness to provide field practicum Instruction to Social Work students
  • Participating in current and future program development, quality initiatives and research activities
  • Complying with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.
Qualifications
  • Masters degree in Social Work required
  • Registered member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
  • Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers preferred
  • Experience working with adults with complex medical needs
  • Excellent time management, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent skills in recognizing, analyzing and resolving problems
  • Computer proficiency required
  • Knowledge of the use of self-assessment measures preferred
Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

  • Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
  • HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
  • Wellness services & offerings
  • Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.


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