Social Worker BSW- Maternal Newborn
About the role
Ref# 25OPP077
1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ Social Worker BSW
Social Work Maternal Newborn
It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event
you are successful.
The Perinatal Social Worker will participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The Social Worker provides a
range of services to new families through pregnancy and birth, as well as services to children and families requiring
hospitalization for medical, surgical or mental health illnesses, in a patient and family centred care model. The Social
Worker requires skills in individual and family assessment and case management. Additional requirements include
the ability to work independently, provide consultative services, communicate effectively and respond to crisis
situations.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited Social Work program
* Three to five years recent experience
* Registration with the College of Certified Social workers is mandatory
* Proven skills in individual and family assessment and case management
* Ability to work independently or as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
* Ability to provide consultative services, communicate effectively and respond to crisis situations
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Experience with Child Protection Legislation
* Skills required in dealing with high risk psycho social situations and chemical dependancy
* Excellent ability to communicate and collaborate with family members
* Excellent documentation & writing skills
* Proficiency in GroupWise, Excel, and Meditech software
Salary Range: $39.160 to 50.770
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred
Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care
philosophy.
Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is
imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this
position.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health
sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Friday, 20 June, 2025.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: June 13, 2025
OPSEU
About Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has a Mission to deliver a quality patient experience in an academic health care environment that is responsive to the needs of the population of Northwestern Ontario. We are a recognized leader in Patient and Family Centred Care.
Social Worker BSW- Maternal Newborn
About the role
Ref# 25OPP077
1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ Social Worker BSW
Social Work Maternal Newborn
It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event
you are successful.
The Perinatal Social Worker will participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The Social Worker provides a
range of services to new families through pregnancy and birth, as well as services to children and families requiring
hospitalization for medical, surgical or mental health illnesses, in a patient and family centred care model. The Social
Worker requires skills in individual and family assessment and case management. Additional requirements include
the ability to work independently, provide consultative services, communicate effectively and respond to crisis
situations.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited Social Work program
* Three to five years recent experience
* Registration with the College of Certified Social workers is mandatory
* Proven skills in individual and family assessment and case management
* Ability to work independently or as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
* Ability to provide consultative services, communicate effectively and respond to crisis situations
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Experience with Child Protection Legislation
* Skills required in dealing with high risk psycho social situations and chemical dependancy
* Excellent ability to communicate and collaborate with family members
* Excellent documentation & writing skills
* Proficiency in GroupWise, Excel, and Meditech software
Salary Range: $39.160 to 50.770
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred
Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care
philosophy.
Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is
imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this
position.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health
sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Friday, 20 June, 2025.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: June 13, 2025
OPSEU
About Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has a Mission to deliver a quality patient experience in an academic health care environment that is responsive to the needs of the population of Northwestern Ontario. We are a recognized leader in Patient and Family Centred Care.