Type: New An exciting opportunity as a Regular, Full-Time Social Worker in the Transition Related Surgery (TRS)/Gender Affirming Surgery Program. *Connected to Job ID #630

Summary of duties, but not limited to:

Patient Assessment Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments for patients undergoing gender-affirming surgery, with a focus on individuals with complex psychosocial or medical needs using a trauma-informed, person-centered, gender-affirming approach.

Formulate assessment findings and determine the suitability for program resources Consult with team members and participate in team discussion regarding assessment and treatment, when required.

Complete TRS surgical readiness assessments and provide guidance regarding timing and preparation for surgery.

Liaise with community providers and social service agencies, when required.

Care Planning

Develop an intervention plan in collaboration with patients, families, significant others and the interdisciplinary team, based on identified needs.

Document intervention plan according to specific hospital and professional standards.

Provide case management and waitlist management support in collaboration with community and referring partners.

Coordinate care for patients with complex needs, including facilitating access to aftercare, mental health supports, community resources, and other social determinants of health.

Support patients in preparing for surgery, including providing education and anticipatory guidance Interventions Provide individual and group therapy/treatment using the principles of trauma-informed, person-centered, gender-affirming approach, and draw upon recognized psychotherapy models





Consult and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, as required.

Provide short-term, problem-focused psychosocial support.

Deliver crisis intervention, emotional support, and post-surgical adjustment counseling as needed.

Facilitate peer support programming, including psychoeducational groups for patients undergoing TRS procedures. Team and Program Development Participate in program development, student education and research as required in a fully affiliated academic setting within the University of Toronto.

Participate in personal professional development.

Develop and/or facilitate group programming and peer support

Coordinate the TRS Compassion Fund

Organize and support Psychiatry Rounds and TRS Complex Care Rounds

Contribute to the development of patient education materials and accessible resources for patients and their supports.

Participate in research activities including recruitment, data collection and data organization and interpretation. As a role model and champion you will work to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.

The responsibilities described above are representative and are not to be construed as all-inclusive.





Qualifications Current registration in positive standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, required

Masters Degree in Social Work required

Minimum 5 years clinical mental health experience, preferably in a hospital setting. Demonstrated experience with a variety of psychotherapies including cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic, crisis intervention, and group therapy.

Experience in supporting transgender and gender-diverse adults to access gender-affirming care is an asset.

Demonstrated knowledge of gender-affirming care, trauma-informed practice, anti-oppressive practice, and community resources relevant to trans, non-binary and gender-diverse populations.

Comfortable facilitating both psycho-educational and process groups is preferred. Research experience or interest in quality improvement initiatives is an asset.

Ability to work independently and manage complex and high-acuity patients. Excellent time management skills and organization skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Experience with electronic medical records (ie EPIC) is an asset

Exceptional written/verbal communication skills.

Proven attendance and punctuality.

Professional behaviour and communication that meets the standards of the professional regulatory college or association, as applicable, and the standards of Women’s College Hospital

This position plays a critical role in acting as an advocate for safety and will demonstrate principles, practices and processes that will optimize a safe environment for all

📌 Social Worker - Transition Related Surgery (TRS)/Gender Affirming Surgery Program (Toronto)
🏢 Women’s College Hospital
📍 Toronto