- Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited university
- Current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
- Demonstrated knowledge with the Mental Health Act; Substitute Decision Makers Act and Health Care Consent Act preferred
- Skilled in psychosocial assessment and counseling (including individual, family, group)
- Demonstrated ability to identify and Implement strategies with patient/family by establishing a therapeutic relationship in concert with proven treatment modalities (for example Crisis Intervention, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Critical Incident Stress Management, Solution-focused Therapy, etc.)
- Demonstrated excellent clinical assessment and treatment skills
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
- Demonstrated skill in crisis assessment and intervention
- Demonstrated knowledge of community services and resources and experience with community networking
- Demonstrated strength in interpersonal relations, problem-solving, crisis intervention, group dynamics, community development and other innovative approaches
- Demonstrated ability to function independently and interdependently with a diversity of health care team members
- Demonstrated skill in providing education to health care team and community resources
- Demonstrated ability to measure and evaluate practice change outcomes
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
We kindly ask applicants to submit a PDF document that includes a cover letter and a list of relevant certifications. The cover letter should thoughtfully describe your interest in the position and highlight the skills, experience, and perspective you would bring to the role.
Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!
LHSC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.
Reason for Posting: Existing Vacancy
Teaching, Learning and Research
LHSC is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or
[email protected] .
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
