Job Description

Ref# 25OPP132

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

Social Work

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event

you are successful.

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 Reporting to the Manager ? Ambulatory Mental Health and Supportive Care Services, the successful
candidate will provide psychosocial assessments, counselling and crisis interventions for patients and their families
and advocacy for patients needing immediate assistance while in hospital including necessary post discharge
arrangements on in patient units. As part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the successful candidate will
practice within the standards of the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and the Mission Statement and Code
of Conduct of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre.


Applicants must have the following qualifications:
Honors Bachelor of Social Work degree Current registration with the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers Minimum of 2 years experience in an acute care environment

In addition, applicants must have skill and experience in the following elements of practice:
Relevant clinical experience with Chronic Disease and multiple/complex medical issues Strong assessment and counseling skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Displayed abilities in Critical thinking, problem solving and conflict resolution Proven abilities to work well under stress and in a constantly changing environment Experience in teaching acutely ill patients and their families Displayed awareness of appropriate community resources Experience practicing as an active participant on a multidisciplinary team Experience working with people at end of life and in the setting of bereavement Excellent knowledge of community resources is essential

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. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at
work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for
this position.
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. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health
sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.


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

Monday, 3 November, 2025

.

Internal

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

External

applicants must apply through our
website.


Posted: October 27, 2025
OPSEU