Apply psychosocial assessment and counselling skills as a part-time Social Worker with Southlake Health in Newmarket, Ontario. Support patients and families through illness and hospitalization.
This permanent Social Worker joins an interprofessional healthcare team serving patients and families. The work includes counselling, crisis intervention, grief support, discharge planning, advocacy, and community resource connections. Collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other providers supports coordinated patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete psychosocial assessments for patients and families
- Provide counselling, emotional support, crisis intervention, and grief support
- Facilitate discharge planning and connect families with community resources
- Collaborate with interprofessional healthcare team members
- Maintain documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives
Requirements:
- Master's degree in social work from an accredited university
- Good-standing membership with OCSWSSW
- Three to five years' acute care or hospital experience
- Training or experience in grief and loss
- Strong psychosocial assessment, counselling, and communication skills
Bring hospital social work, crisis intervention, and discharge planning expertise to Southlake Health's patient-centered care team.
Hospital Social Worker Newmarket employer: Southlake Health
Southlake Health is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic hybrid work environment in Newmarket, ON, where innovation and collaboration thrive. With comprehensive health benefits, a robust pension plan, and a strong commitment to employee wellness and professional development, we foster a culture of inclusivity and continuous learning. Join us in making a meaningful impact on cancer care while being part of a recognized leader in healthcare that values every team member's contributions.
