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Social Worker

Social Worker

University Health NetworkToronto, Ontario, Canada
2 days ago
Salary
CA$52.76 hourly
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Union : NonUnion

Site :  Toronto Rehab University Centre

Department :  Allied Health

Reports to :  Manager Allied Health

Hours : Various

Wage range :  $42.21 per hour $52.76 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy )

Status :   Temporary PartTime ( November 2026 )

Closing Date : January 18 2025

In the provision of patient and nonpatient care activities the primary responsibilities of the SOCIAL WORKER in the inpatient Geriatric MSK and MultiSystem Rehab include :

  • The innovative application of social work processes in psychosocial assessment education supportive and adjustment counselling with patients and families;
  • The application of knowledge of the rehabilitation continuum philosophy and process environment for patients;
  • Conducting assessments independently and as part of an interprofessional team; coordination of care plans and future care planning including appropriate referral to community agencies and support services;
  • Collaboration with the interprofessional team and communitybased service providers; providing leadership related to team communication with patients and families;
  • Participation in professional program and hospitalwide program development and meetings;
  • Participation in teaching initiatives including student education; involvement in quality management and research initiatives;
  • Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

Qualifications :

  • Completion of a Masters degree in Social Work (M.S.W.) or equivalent
  • Registration with Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCCSWSSW)
  • Membership with Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) preferred
  • Two years experience working with a multidisciplinary team in a health care setting preferred Outpatient & / or Inpatient setting.
  • Experience working with adults with complex medical needs preferred
  • Knowledge regarding community resources available to the gerontological population
  • Excellent interpersonal skills time management and organizational skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Research experience / education an asset
  • Student education / supervision an asset
  • Knowledge of policies legislation programs and issues related to social welfare and healthcare institutions and services
  • Computer literacy 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 offer packages
  • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
  • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
  • A flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including : travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts onsite gyms etc.)

    • Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.

    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.

    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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