Job Category: Allied Health Hospital Location: Job Type: Permanent, Casual Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $47.05 - $60.99 A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety. Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable). Progressive health and dental benefit plans.

HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing. Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and in office gym memberships. If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Social Worker to join our interprofessional healthcare team.

The Social

Worker provides comprehensive psychosocial assessment, counselling, education, and advocacy to support patients and their families in navigating the impacts of illness and hospitalization. This role focuses on enhancing patient and family well-being, facilitating safe and effective discharge planning, and connecting individuals to appropriate community resources.

The Social

Worker also collaborates closely with healthcare providers to address the psychosocial aspects of care while contributing to quality improvement and professional development initiatives. Support patients and caregivers in coping with the effects of illness and treatment, including family, financial, and social challenges. Facilitate discharge planning and connect patients and families with appropriate community resources and services.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other interprofessional team members to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. Advocate on behalf of patients and families within the healthcare system and community. Maintain accurate documentation and statistics in compliance with hospital standards.

Participate in program development, hospital committees, and quality improvement initiatives.



Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university. Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

Membership in the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) is preferred. Three (3)– five (5) years of relevant social work experience in an acute care or hospital setting.

Experience in oncology, palliative care, or crisis intervention as an asset. Training or experience in grief and loss required. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, healthcare teams, and community partners.

Southlake

Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI).

Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S; Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S; policies and procedures. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Southlake

Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

📌 Social workers / workers (Newmarket)
🏢 Southlake Health Community
📍 Newmarket