Social Worker- RCC Unit 2 & 3, FTT (J0525-0625)

North York General Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North York General Hospital seeks a Social Worker for its Reactivation Care Centre. This full-time temporary position involves client-centered psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates have a Master’s in Social Work, relevant experience, and excellent interpersonal skills. Enjoy competitive compensation and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Benefits

Benefits

Pension

Vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in an acute care setting.
• Geriatric experience preferred.
• Excellent clinical skills and current professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered assessments of emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs.
• Develop treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Advocate for patients and families to ensure access to services.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Conflict Resolution

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Worker

Tools

MS Word

Patient Information Systems

Job description

Social Worker- RCC Unit 2 & 3, FTT (J0525-0625)

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Position Summary

Social Worker, Reactivation Care Centre Unit 2 & 3 Your goal in this position is to provide client-centered psychosocial assessments of the emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs of referred patients and their families in the Reactivation Care Centre Unit 2 & 3 – A Central LHIN Hospital Collaborative. You will also assist the patient and family in developing and enhancing coping skills related to the social and emotional needs and problems that may accompany or predate illness / disability and hospitalization. You should have a strong network of connections in the care community to refer patients to community services, including retirement / long-term care, rehab facilities, and complex continuing care. Excellent interpersonal skills, collaboration, critical thinking, organizational, and conflict resolution skills are essential. The role supports the hospital’s academic mission through teaching, learning, research, and innovation. You will also ensure adherence to health and safety policies to maintain a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered assessments of emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs of patients and families.
• Develop treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Formulate discharge plans with patients, families, and the healthcare team, utilizing community resources.
• Coordinate and follow through on discharge plans.
• Facilitate comprehensive discharge planning with the team and community resources.
• Maintain knowledge of adjustment and grief counseling.
• Maintain close liaison with hospital and community resources such as Community Care Access Centre, Social Assistance, Ontario Disability Program, and Drug Programs.
• Advocate for patients and families to ensure rights and access to appropriate services.
• Promote patient / family-centered care and interprofessional collaboration.
• Provide consultative services to treatment team, hospital staff, and community partners.
• Participate in MSW student supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work.
• Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Worker.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in an acute care setting working with an interprofessional team.
• Geriatric experience is preferred.
• Excellent clinical skills and current professional standards.
• Proficient with computers, MS Word, internet, data entry, and patient information systems.

What We Offer

This full-time temporary position (12-18 months contract) offers a competitive total compensation package including benefits, pension, and vacation. The shifts are 8 hours, days and weekends, located at 555 Finch Ave W. Join our dynamic team and make a difference in healthcare.

How To Apply

• Ensure to meet the application deadline; only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review applications and contact those selected for an interview.

Inclusion and Accessibility

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and providing accommodations during the hiring process. If needed, we will work with you to meet your needs.