Position: Social Worker (MSW)
Department: Social Work
Position Status: Full Time Permanent
INTERNAL ONLY – Please Note a change in status will result in changes to your accrual banks
Temporary Contract End Date: N/A
Union: 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:
Social work provides service to patients and their families focusing primarily on the psychological and the emotional well-being of individuals as they adjust to the changes in their health. Social Work advocates on behalf of patients and families as they move through the health care system. Responsibilities include: biopsychosocial assessment, problem formulation, assisting in the development, implementation and ongoing monitoring of patient treatment plans, crisis intervention, and knowledge of community resources. In addition, the social worker provides information, consultation and education to patients, families, staff and community agencies on matters relating to their specialty. The Social Worker practices in accordance with the OCCSWSSW Professional Standards.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work required
- 3 years’ experience in medical/surgical social work in an acute care hospital setting preferred
- Member of the Ontario College of Certified Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCCSWSSW) in good standing
- Membership in the Ontario Association of Social Workers preferred
WHO YOU ARE:
- Demonstrated expertise in all areas of clinical practice, (i.e. individuals, families and groups)
- Demonstrated expertise in a broad range of knowledge i.e. bio-psycho-social dynamic of illness and disease
- Commitment to providing services for patients and families, which address health from a holistic perspective (including physical, emotional, social, economic, spiritual and environmental influences on health)
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- Proficient use of computer applications (eg Word, Outlook)
- Ability to prioritize and adapt to unpredictable and changing situations
- Ability to work independently and also function as an effective member of the Interprofessional team
- Demonstrated experience in crisis intervention skills
- Ability to advocate on behalf of patients, families and/or the health care system
- Ability to assess and treat adults and families using an integrated model of practice utilizing hospital and community resources and the ability to work with these systems in the development of treatment and discharge planning
- Flexibility in presentation and use of self
- Knowledge of appropriate community resources
- Advocacy/brokering skills
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.
