Job Description

Position:

Social Worker

Department:

Family and Youth Clinic

Position Status:

Temporary Full-Time

Temporary Contract End Date:

November 2026

Union:

OPSEU PARA

Number of Positions:

1

Location:

On site

Language:

English

The PRHC Difference:

Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.


With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.


PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region's largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers


As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment - a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.


PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada's Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.

Top Benefits and Perks:

Vacation and Benefits Pension program with matching employer contribution Health and Wellness programs (gym and yoga memberships, travel discounts, etc.) Learning fund for educational development

HOURS OF WORK:

The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Provides psychosocial assessment and a range of treatments to children/adolescents and their families experiencing moderate to severe mental health concerns evidenced by significant behavioural and/or emotional disturbance, including eating disorders. Provides information, consultation, and education to members of the Family and Youth Clinic, other Hospital Staff and the community on matters relating to child and family development and mental health concerns.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Master's Degree in Social Work Minimum 2 to 3 years' supervised experience in family treatment Two years' experience in assessment and treatment of adolescent eating disorders preferred Minimum 2 years' experience in inter-disciplinary and inter-agency cooperation Member of the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Service Workers

WHO YOU ARE:

Knowledge base of childhood/adolescent development and family life cycle. A demonstrated model of systemic family therapy Commitment to multi-disciplinary, collaborative systemic, developmental, feminist-informed model of practice Ability to assess and treat children and families using an integrated model of practice Flexibility in presentation and use of self Knowledge and skill in working with a full range of adolescents and childhood disorders Ability to tolerate very disturbing and anxiety-provoking presentations, symptoms and family reactions Group therapy skills Advocacy/brokering skill

OUR COMMITMENT:

At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.


We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of all equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, black, racialized, women, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. Even if your past experience doesn't quite align with every qualification on this position, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for another role within our organization.


Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.


Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.