Our Summer Student program runs each year from May to August, offering summer employment to students currently enrolled or recently graduated from applicable post-secondary studies. This program is funded by the federal government run Canada Summer Jobs Grant which requires successful candidates be 30 years of age or younger and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.

We are looking for: a full-time, contract Hospice and Bereavement Student (May to August 2023)

Hours of Work: 34 hours/week. M-T 8:30am to 4:30pm and Friday 8:30am to 3:30pm. Hybrid work from home.

Reports to: Manager, Social Work

Responsibilities

• Onboard new clients and complete initial assessments
• Provide supportive counseling
• Develop care plans for clients and families
• Complete Hospice training
• Assist with developing educational materials
• Participate in outreach and marketing activities
• Escort clients to medical appointments and delivery groceries
• Provide training to clients on the use of tablets
• Assist with organization and delivery of educational and social programs (LGT)

Qualifications

• Two years\xe2\x80\x99 completion of a BSW or SSW program OR one year completion of a MSW program
• Some experience with geriatric population and end of life an asset
• Russian speaking an asset but not required

Benefits of our Student Program

• Take part in unique learning opportunities including cross-disciplinary guest speakers
• Develop the knowledge and on the job experience required for a professional practice
• Participate in student-specific events
• Gain visibility into a rapidly growing sector of the healthcare industry
• Contribute to the meaningful purpose of supporting seniors to age independently in their homes
• Develop a network of industry mentors, colleagues and connections
• Open up potential future career opportunities

Additional information

Circle of Care is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve, and creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. Circle of Care seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to those who identify as First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation, please inform us in advance.

We thank you for your interest in Circle of Care. We welcome you to apply for this role, even if you do not meet every requirement listed. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Circle of Care requires that all employees, students and volunteers provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon hire.

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