Job Description

Ref# 25OPP111

1 ? Full Time (.8) ? Social Worker BSW

Social Work

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work:

Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the
efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.

Competitive Compensation:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract
top talent.

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP):

We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario
Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having
access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well?being and believe that a strong
pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our
overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As
your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.


Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission:

We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision:

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values:

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role:

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)
is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values
and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures
continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,
understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.


Reporting to the Manager of Social Work, the Social Worker provides client?centered psychosocial assessments of
the emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs of patients and families within the Cardiology, Acute Stroke, and
General Medicine inpatient units, as well as the Cardiac Rehabilitation outpatient department. The Social Worker
advocates for patient and family needs while assisting with hospital discharge and care planning. This position
functions within a multidisciplinary team and adheres to the standards of the Ontario College of Social Workers and
the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre's (TBRHSC) Mission Statement and Code of Conduct.


EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience:
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree Current unencumbered registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers Minimum two years of experience in an acute care environment, preferably working with patients with cardiac disease, acute stroke, and complex medical conditions


Skills/Abilities:
Strong assessment and counseling skills with individuals and families Ability to work effectively in a fast?paced and evolving health care environment Knowledge of chronic disease management, particularly cardiovascular diseases and complex medical/social issues
Familiarity with transportation options in Northwestern Ontario, including the Northern Health Travel Grant and Hope Air
Understanding of relevant legislation, including the Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decision Making, and the role of the Public Guardian and Trustee
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with patients, families, health care professionals, and community stakeholders
Competency in conflict resolution, problem?solving, and critical thinking Ability to adapt interventions and care plans to rapidly changing patient conditions Proficiency in coordinating and facilitating family meetings Knowledge regarding funding for special equipment, medications, and community resources such as addiction services, mental health services, and crisis intervention


Assets:
Experience supporting patients and families with end?of?life care and bereavement Familiarity with community resources specific to cardiology, stroke, and general medicine in Northwestern Ontario Previous experience working within a hospital?based multidisciplinary team Experience in teaching acutely ill patients and their families

Salary Range: $39.160 to 50.770


The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID?19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self?identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process.

As a proposed designated position under the French Language Policy (HR?esa?12) Level 2 ? French

Language Skills according to Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre's Oral Proficiency Scale are

required.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.


Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on

Thursday, 18 September, 2025

.

Internal

applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet.

External

applicants must apply through our
website.


Posted: September 11, 2025
OPSEU