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Social worker - M.S.W.- Allied Health (GEN)

@ SHN Scarborough Health Network

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Ontario

$44.67–$57.91/hrFull-time
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Overview

Scarborough Health Network is hiring a full-time temporary Social Worker (MSW) for a 12-month fixed term at $44.67 to $57.91 per hour. The role provides psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, discharge planning and community linkage across general medicine, surgery, emergency and oncology. Candidates need an MSW and Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers registration, plus hospital experience.

Pay:

$44.67–$57.91 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Assess patients' psychosocial needs
  • Provide crisis intervention
  • Complete discharge planning
  • Link patients to community resources
  • Work across medicine, surgery, emergency and oncology

Requirements summary:

  • MSW degree
  • Registration with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
  • Experience in a hospital setting
  • Strong crisis intervention skills
  • Excellent communication skills

Tools & skills

Patient careGeneral medicineCrisis interventionCommunication skillsCounsellingRecruitment
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-05
First seen by our source
2026-11-06
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

DepartmentSocial & community services
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
EducationMaster’s degree (required)
Fields of studySocial Work

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Job description
Job Number: JR107607 Job Title: Social worker - M.S.W.- Allied Health (GEN) Union: OPSEU Union: OPSEU Job Category: Paramedical Hospital Location: General Site Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time Contract Duration: 12 months Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $44.67 - $57.91 Hours: All Shifts

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Position Overview:
Reporting to the Patient Care Manager of Social Work, you will be responsible for a diverse patient population. Social workers provide service across many programs including general medicine, surgery, emergency, and oncology.

Requirements:
• MSW degree and registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Experience in a hospital setting
• Excellent crisis intervention skills
• Strong focus on psychosocial assessments and discharge planning
• Excellent assessment skills and familiarity with community services
• Strong ability and interest in linking patients to community resources
• Must be flexible and a strong team player
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal & written) and good judgement when relating to patients, families, co-workers and interdisciplinary teams
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
• Excellent work performance and attendance record

Asset:
• Expertise in supportive counseling
• Ability to speak another language

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.


We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.


We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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