Social Worker

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Social Worker to join their Collaborative Practice Team. This role involves delivering critical support and service coordination to patients and their families during hospital stays, ensuring smooth transitions back to the community. You will engage in program development, mentoring, and contribute to quality management initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Social Work and a strong background in hospital settings. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Thorough onboarding and orientation program

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Access to Ongoing Education Fund

Career mentorship

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Masters of Social Work degree required.
• Minimum two years of hospital-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, and service coordination to patients.
• Participate in program planning and quality management initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Knowledge of Mental Health Legislation

Self-Directed Learning

Education

Masters of Social Work

Membership in Ontario College of Social Workers

Job description

We currently have an opportunity for a Temporary Full-Time Social Worker with our Collaborative Practice Team until June 1, 2026.

Location: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)

Shift: 8 hour shifts, Mon-Fri days with potential for some evenings and weekends

Position Summary

As a member of a multi-disciplinary Collaborative Practice Team, the Social Worker provides assessment, treatment, support, and service coordination to patients and their families throughout their hospital stay and assists with transition back to the community. The successful candidate will participate in program planning/development; professional and hospital initiatives supporting quality management and research; mentoring of colleagues and students; and assist with coverage across other clinical areas as required. This position currently supports social work practice and discharge planning in the Acute Medicine Program, but can be re-assigned based on organizational needs. Contributes to ensuring a safe environment for all patients, staff, and visitors.

Position Requirements

1. Masters of Social Work degree.
2. Membership in the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers.
3. A minimum of two years hospital related experience preferred.
4. Working knowledge of eligibility requirements for municipal/provincial employment and income supports and how to access such services.
5. Knowledge of formal and informal community services and resources (across WWLHIN).
6. Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Community Treatment Orders, Health Care Consent Act, Child & Family Services Act and any other relevant legislation.
7. Understanding of psycho-social functioning.
8. Ability to diffuse conflict and foster collaborative working relationships.
9. Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, problem solve and respond to competing, unscheduled demands.
10. Knowledge of the discharge planning process required.
11. Demonstrated ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
12. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, organization, and time management skills.
13. Experience and skill in complex decision making processes, advancing best practice initiatives, and exploration of innovative models of care.
14. Proven experience in self-directed learning and peer evaluation processes.
15. Ability to provide coverage throughout the organization as required.
16. Excellent attendance, punctuality, and work performance record.

We Support Our Team Members With

• A thorough onboarding and orientation program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
• Career mentorship
• Wellness programs

Employees of Legacy St. Mary’s General Hospital are required to submit their application electronically using Infor.

Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment practices and values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a respectful and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please contact Human Resources if you require accommodations.

International Applicants

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We thank all candidates for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to high application volume, we cannot confirm receipt of individual applications.

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation of COVID-19 vaccination, a 2-step TB test, and proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) before starting. Clearance from Employee Health, Safety, and Wellness is required prior to employment.