Social Worker MSW - Children's Hospital - HEAL - Paediatric Bariatric Program

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. 

Posting Period

Open:          May 12, 2025 

Deadline:     May 25, 2025 

Non-Union

Department Name

Social Worker MSW - Children's Hospital

Reporting to the Manager of Children's Hospital, with the Health Disciplines Manager supporting professional practice via a matrix model, this position provides support to the Healthy Eating Activity and Lifestyle Program (HEAL) within Children's Hospital. 

Illness can significantly impact the psychosocial well-being of patients and their families, often intensifying emotional, relational, and practical stressors that may hinder their ability to fully engage in or benefit from medical care. These psychosocial difficulties need to be identified, assessed, and treated by the Social Worker as part of the total care of the patients and their families. Social Workers are actively involved in research, academic pursuit, and sharing of knowledge in the study of psychosocial aspects of illness and health care delivery.

Regular Part-Time

Rate of Pay:       $52.16 per hour - $65.20 per hour

Hours:                22.50 hours per week

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited university
• Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Demonstrated knowledge with the Mental Health Act; Substitute Decision Makers Act and Health Care Consent Act preferred
• Skilled in psychosocial assessment and counselling (including individual, family, group)
• Proficient in motivational interviewing, resource counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and/or acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT); expertise in these areas is considered a strong asset.
• Experience working within an interdisciplinary medical team, grounded in a patient- and family-centered care approach.
• Deep commitment to trauma-informed care, with a strong interest in pursuing ongoing professional development in this area.
• Skilled in providing grief and loss counseling, offering empathetic and supportive care to patients and families during emotionally complex situations.
• Culturally competent, with a strong understanding of and respect for diverse cultural, religious, and personal beliefs
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Teaching, Learning and Research

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities. 

Immunization Requirements

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements LHSC. 

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca. 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.