Company DescriptionUHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital‑based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.Job DescriptionUnion: CUPE HillcrestNumber of Vacancies: 1New or Replacement Positions: ReplacementSite: Hillcrest Reactivation Centre - 47 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON M5R 1Y8Department: Transitional Care ProgramReports to: Program Services ManagerHours: hours per weekWage Range: $ per hour(start rate is non‑negotiable)Shifts: Monday to FridayStatus: Temporary, Full-Time (up to 6 months with possible extension)Closing Date: April 30, 2026Position SummaryHillcrest Reactivation Centre is a 75‑bed community based reactivation Centre, part of the Community Transitional Care Programs within the TCLHIN. Operating under the Home and Community Care Act, Hillcrest offers a short period of reactivation to clients who are ALC or at risk of ALC,



supporting their return home.DutiesInnovative application of social work processes that assist patients with psychosocial challenges and to optimize client progress in rehabilitation through the continuumProviding comprehensive psychosocial assessments and interventionProviding educational and supportive counselling services; providing service basedon individual, family and group practice modelsDischarging planning, population health advocacy, community services linkageCollaborating with the inter‑professional team and community‑based service providersAdvocating, mediating and resolving conflictParticipating in professional, program and hospital developmentWillingness to provide field practicum instruction to Social Work studentsParticipating in current and future program development, quality initiatives and research activitiesComplying with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe workplace for patients.QualificationsMasters degree in Social Work requiredRegistered member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers preferredExperience working with adults with complex medical needsExcellent time management, organizational, interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent skills in recognizing, analyzing and resolving problemsComputer proficiency requiredKnowledge of the use of self‑assessment measures preferredWhy join UHN?Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)HOOPP defined benefit pension planWellness services & offeringsClose access to the TTC and UHN shuttle serviceOpportunities for development and promotions within a large organizationAdditional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on‑site gyms, etc.)Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Social Worker (Toronto)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Toronto