Social Worker

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Toronto Humane Society Full time

Do you love animals as much as we do? Join us and you can make a difference every day

Toronto Humane Society finds new homes for thousands of animals and helps keep families together. However, Toronto Humane Society is more than an animal shelter. We are an educational resource and support system, a leading voice in animal welfare and accessible care. Toronto Humane Society is a center of excellence, a space where best practices and boundary-pushing knowledge exchange meet with unyielding optimism and a love for animals to create something special. Toronto Humane Society is like no other.

**Working at Toronto Humane Society**:
At Toronto Humane Society, we are drawn together by our **purpose**. The power of the Human-Animal Bond, it’s a bond like no other, and it’s the reason we get up in the morning. If you love animals as much as we do, you understand why we work so hard to provide the best life possible for the animals in our care and the people who bond with them. It’s our expertise at every step of the journey, combined with the love and support provided by people in our community that complete the circle.

At Toronto Humane Society we recognize that the field of animal welfare and the challenges it presents are ever changing. Because of this, we encourage and support our staff, volunteers, foster parents and other stakeholders to continue their **learning** journey. We believe that a commitment to learning and growing daily is the only way we will ever achieve our mission, not just as an organization, but also as individuals. In order to learn, we must be comfortable in the unknown, be able to take measured risks, and when we fail - be ready to accept it as an opportunity for growth. We want our people to continually develop and expand, finding creative ways to increase both our impact and theirs.

**Job Summary**
The Social Workers, will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of the Urgent Care program, supporting the offsite popup clinics, assisting the Pet Parent Support Network Program, providing support to families accessing care through Public Veterinary and/or Shelter Services, and providing support for pet loss grief.

The Social Worker will provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and decision-making assistance for pet parents accessing pet services. The role will serve as a liaison between pet parents and veterinary teams to ensures effective communication and will play a key part in connecting distressed pet parents with internal and external referrals for comprehensive family support. The Social Workers will be responsible for coordinating and managing cases in the Urgent Care program as well as serve as the main contact for follow-up from Community-Based popup Clinics. The Social Worker holistic approach contributes significantly to the well-being of animals and their families. This role may also work closely with the Director, Social Work on other initiatives.

**Main Duties/Responsibilities**

**Urgent Care Program**
- Assess for safety, including facilitating safety and crisis plans for all members of the family.
- Provide short-term support (the duration of the foster period, up to 6 months) to meet the individual’s immediate/priority needs and assist in service navigation and connections to longer-term support options.
- Coordinate and facilitate the placement of animals throughout the fostering term.
- Serve as contact for Foster Parents, providing ongoing animal matching, as well as assistance, coaching, and moral support to foster families.
- Ensure the health and wellbeing of animals in foster care, including but not limited to preparing all animal-related supplies throughout the foster term.
- Record using the appropriate documentation system.
- Train and provide support to volunteers participating in THS Urgent Care program.
- Support and mentor social work students.
- Follow policies and procedures to ensure adherence to standards.
- Prepare reports as required, presenting findings and recommendations.
- Other Duties as required in the day-to-day operation of this program.

**Pet Parent Support Network**
- Provide service and support to the public through verbal and written communication.
- Provide support for any elevated concerns or issues related to program services.
- Train and provide support to volunteers participating in THS Pet Parent Support Network.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all interactions.
- Refer pet parents to internal and external resources as appropriate.

**Lead Off-Site Popup Clinic Initiative**
- Coordination of follow-ups with pet parents for scheduling and obtaining additional services from the Public Veterinary Service Team and/or the Public Training Team.
- Supporting administrative aspects of Off-site pop-up clinics.

**Public Veterinary Clinic Support & Shelter Support**
- Engage with individuals and families as requested by veterinary team to assess needs and support effective communication.
- As

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Pace Child and Family Wellness Centre Full time

    Pace Child and Family Wellness Centre is a leading healthcare facility dedicated to providing comprehensive, family-centred services in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of children and families in our community through a holistic approach to healthcare. We are seeking a passionate Play Therapist to join our team as...

  • Social Worker

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Canada The Leo Baeck Day School Full time

    SOCIAL WORKER The Leo Baeck Day School is a Reform Jewish Day School and an authorized International Baccalaureate World School, a designation reflected in our innovative pedagogy. We work to create a child-centred environment where each student's learning style is nurtured and students learn to think critically and make positive choices. We are currently...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada The Leo Baeck Day School Full time

    SOCIAL WORKER The Leo Baeck Day School is a Reform Jewish Day School and an authorized International Baccalaureate World School, a designation reflected in our innovative pedagogy. We work to create a child-centred environment where each student's learning style is nurtured and students learn to think critically and make positive choices. We are currently...

  • Social Worker

    2 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Runnymede Healthcare Centre Full time

    **Social Worker - Permanent Full-Time** If you would like to work with a team of professionals who are committed to enriching the lives of patients we invite you to join Runnymede Healthcare Centre as a **Social Worker** **Position summary**: The primary function of the Social Worker is to assess the psychosocial functioning of the patient and family in...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada FORS Full time

    Welcome to FORS We are providers of rehabilitation support services for individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, acquired brain injury and more. We connect our clients with registered, qualified health care providers including Social Workers, Personal Support Workers, Occupational Therapists etc._We are looking for a responsible, punctual,...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada West Park Healthcare Centre Full time

    **“Empower Lives: Be a Catalyst for Change as a Social Worker in Rehabilitation Services”** **Position Overview**: As a dedicated Social Worker, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding and providing professional social work services to residents, patients and families towards improving quality of life, given the changes in their social, emotional,...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada St. Michael's Hospital Full time

    Social workers in health care provide in-depth bio-psychosocial assessments, diagnostic, treatment and evaluation services for individual, family group and couples. Counseling, discharge planning, resource referral, consultation and collaboration, teaching, research and patient/family education.The NICU social worker will work in collaboration with the...

  • Social Worker

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada Toronto Catholic District School Board Full time

    APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF A.P.S.S.P. SOCIAL WORKER SALARY RANGE $61,194.35 - $98,932.50 **WORK YEAR**: School Year Plus Six (6) Working Days **POSITIONS AVAILABLE**: 100 % Contract (Various) **Our Vision**: At the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), we grow in knowledge, with justice and hope. The TCDSB is an inclusive...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada FORS Full time

    Welcome to FORS We are providers of rehabilitation support services for individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, acquired brain injury and more. We connect our clients with registered, qualified health care providers including Social Workers, Personal Support Workers, Occupational Therapists etc._What We're Looking For: Social Worker who can speak...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada St Michael's hospital Full time

    Social Worker - 7M Psychiatry (Job ID: 4625)Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph¿s Health Centre and St. Michael¿s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary...

  • Social Worker

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada St Michael's hospital Full time

    Social Worker - 7M Psychiatry (Job ID: 4625)Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph¿s Health Centre and St. Michael¿s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Horizon Health Network Full time

    The Social Worker - Addictions and Mental Health, is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team to provide a full range of social work services to clients, their families and communities. University degree in Social Work. Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers. Experience would be...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Baycrest Full time

    Baycrest Hospital has an opportunity for aSOCIAL WORKER M.S.W. IPosition Type:Temporary Part-Time (up to 6 months)**:Hourly Pay Rate: $ $57.35**:Bi-Weekly Hours: 35 Hours**:Posting Number: 7873**:Union:OPSEU 595Date Posted:May 10, 2024**:Internal Closing Date:May 17, 2024**:Job Summary:Utilizing clinical knowledge and skills, Social Workers develop...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Toronto Catholic District School Board Full time

    APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF SOCIAL WORKER A.P.S.S.P. **SALARY RANGE**: $61,194.35 - $98,932.50 **YEAR**: School Year Plus Six (6) Working Days **POSITIONS AVAILABLE**: Permanent and 100 % contract positions until July 4, 2024 **Our Vision**: At the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), we grow in knowledge, with justice and...

  • Social Worker

    6 hours ago

    Toronto, Canada Toronto Catholic District School Board Full time

    APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF SOCIAL WORKER A.P.S.S.P. **SALARY RANGE**: $61,194.35 - $98,932.50 **YEAR**: School Year Plus Six (6) Working Days **POSITIONS AVAILABLE**: Permanent and 100 % contract positions until July 4, 2024 **Our Vision**: At the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), we grow in knowledge, with justice and...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Bayshore HealthCare Full time

    **Make “being the difference” your Career. **. Bayshore is looking for passionate and caring Social Workers to join our amazing team. You will be creating special moments for clients each and every day. If your calling is to be the “difference” by providing outstanding care, than a Health Care Career with Bayshore is the **Perfect Fit for YOU**! A...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Company BioIMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada West Park Healthcare Centre Full time

    "Empower Lives: Be a Catalyst for Change as a Social Worker in Rehabilitation Services"Position Overview:As a dedicated Social Worker, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding and providing professional social work services to residents, patients and families towards improving quality of life, given the changes in their social, emotional, psychological and...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Full time

    The social worker will be part of two interdisciplinary teams - the Neuromuscular and the Spina/Bifida Spinal Cord Injury teams. The position works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team members to ensure clients have their needs met.Key Responsibilities Conducts strengthsbased Social Work assessment and consultation for clients and families of...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Full time

    This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and experienced Social Worker to join the Extensive Needs Service and collaborate with the Psychopharmacology clinic at Holland Bloorview. The Extensive Needs Service is a new program for individuals up to the age of 18, whose needs cannot be met in a single service stream and who require an integrated...