Job Description

FT Contract ending March 31, 2026 (with possibility of renewal)

INTRODUCTION:

As part of the Primary Care Team, the Social Worker provides essential wholistic support to patients through case management, health promotion and patient advocacy to address the social, emotional, financial, and spiritual factors that impact their health. They act as a vital member of the interdisciplinary team, bridging the gap between a patient's medical needs and their broader life circumstances.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Assess patient needs

Provide referrals to community resources and services

Provide emotional support, understanding and encouragement related to treatment decisions and diagnosis

Provide supportive counselling as required

Develop and lead health promotion activities

Liaise with other departments within the organization, external community agencies, and service providers

Develop and deliver education to individuals, families and communities

Perform community health needs assessments and participate in community health planning

Advocate on behalf of patients, families, groups, and communities as needed

Provide case management support for patients accessing primary care

Support complex discharge or transition planning

Follow up on referrals, screening and adherence to follow-up care and health care provider recommendations

Coordinate social services and complex referrals to facilitate information exchange

Attend and participate in client conferences and complex case resolution with the interdisciplinary team

Facilitate meetings with care team members, clients, and families when needed

Develop patient resources as required

Provide all care from a patient centered, trauma-informed approach

Strong interprofessional communication

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor or Master's degree in Social Work

Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Experience working with the Indigenous community

Experience working in Primary Care or part of an Interdisciplinary Team

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presentation

Knowledge of the Indigenous community, their history, and impacts on health

Knowledge of and proficiency completing required documentation using electronic medical records and software

Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decisions Act, and community resources

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

working with the Indigenous community: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (required)
Work Location: In person