PPL, Social Work & Social Service Work, Full Time, Professional Practice

Providence Care; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kingston is seeking a Social Work Professional Practice Leader. The role involves leadership in professional practice standards, mentorship, and ensuring client-focused care. Required qualifications include a Master's Degree in Social Work along with three years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive salaries and benefits in a supportive healthcare environment near beautiful Lake Ontario.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Education, mentorship, and bursary opportunities

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Current provincial registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Minimum three years of experience in Social Work service in a hospital/community setting.
• Experience with relevant legislation and professional standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for establishing and evaluating standards of practice.
• Develops, implements, and monitors evidence-based practice standards.
• Coaches and mentors colleagues on standards of practice.
• Identifies and communicates issues with standards of practice.

Skills

Experience in Social Work

Leadership

Client and recovery-focused care

Mentorship and coaching

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Code: 20622

Status: Full Time (Candidate must hold a clinical position)

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Paramedical

Wage: $46.42 - $59.66

Posting Period: November 25, 2025 - December 1, 2025

The Social Work Professional Practice Leader (PPL) is responsible for the leadership of professional practice in the Social Work discipline. The PPL is accountable for the development, implementation and maintenance of professional practice standards within a program-based structure. The PPL acts as a consultant to frontline professionals and management with respect to professional practice issues in order to promote client and recovery-focused care within an inter‑professional team environment. The PPL is responsible for leadership in professional development, quality improvement and research activities. The PPL liaises with education institutions, regulatory bodies, and professional associations including The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, the Ontario Association of Social Workers, the Canadian Association of Social Workers, and other appropriate groups to ensure appropriate structures are in place to support excellence in professional practice. The PPL is a mentor and role model demonstrating the values and mission of Providence Care.

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current provincial registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Minimum three years of experience in providing Social Work service in a hospital and/or community setting with the relevant population, preferred.
• Experience with professional standards of practice and with applicable legislation including but not limited to the Regulated Health Professions Act, Social Work and Social Service Work Act, Mental Health Act, Public Hospital Act, Homes for Special Care Act, Health and Safety Legislation.

Role Responsibilities

• The PPL is accountable for ensuring the establishment, implementation and evaluation of standards of practice in alignment with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Develops, implements, interprets, maintains, monitors and evaluates profession‑specific, evidence‑based, practice standards. These standards must reflect current professional standards, legislation and Code of Ethics.
• Coaches, mentors and participates with colleagues in relation to profession‑specific standards of practice.
• Assists in the implementation of changes in professional standards of practice within programs.
• Identifies and communicates to appropriate leadership, the profession, and Interprofessional Practice Forum when standards of practice are not being met or will not be met by Providence Care, MHS.

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub‑acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with excellent full‑time benefits
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on‑site parking
• On‑site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails