**Position Number:**234543-67

**Position Available:**Social Worker, MSW
**Status:**Temporary Full Time (1.0 FTE)
**Department:**Allied Health
**Union:**O.P.S.E.U.
**Shifts:**Days

**Posting Date:**April 1, 2026

**Closing Date:**April 8, 2026

Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on April 8, 2026.

About Joseph Brant Hospital:

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Social Worker conducts patient-centred assessments and performs a variety of clinical interventions based on those assessment findings including (but not limited to): crisis intervention, counselling to patients & families, provision of resources, referrals and linkages to community partners. A priority for this role is the ability to work as a collaborative, supportive member of an interprofessional team within a fast-paced environment. The expectation is that the successful candidate will be fully versed in patient advocacy, current related legislation and have a broad knowledge of community resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Social Worker, you will:

• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interprofessional team
• Possess strong critical thinking skills with the ability to set priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate excellent organization, time management skills; and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess the ability to respond to urgent emotional distress referrals of patients and/or families
• Use your broad knowledge of community resources, services and programs, with experience in navigating challenges in access
• Work closely developing and maintaining relationships with colleagues and community agencies to ensure an integrated service response is accessible to individuals requiring supports
• Assessment, counselling and community integration
• Individual, Family and Group skills
• Familiarity with consent and capacity legislation
• Possess the ability to work in and contribute to an evolving program requiring flexibility and adaptability; commitment to participation in continuous program improvements to maximize direct patient care across the continuum
• Share your commitment to continuous education and supporting clinical placements for learners
• Demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, availability and performance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Social Work
• Registered in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Recent hospital experience preferred

To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at careers@josephbranthospital.ca or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

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