Social Worker (MSW), Oncology at Peterborough Regional Health Centre

Position: Social Worker (MSW)

Department: Oncology

Position Status: Part-time Permanent

INTERNAL ONLY – Please Note a change in status will result in changes to your accrual banks

Union: OPSEU PARA

Number of Positions: 1

Location: On site

Language: English

The PRHC Difference:

Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.

With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.

PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers

As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.

PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.

Top Benefits and Perks:

• Vacation and Benefits
• Pension program with matching employer contribution
• Health and Wellness programs (gym and yoga memberships, travel discounts, etc.)
• Learning fund for educational development

HOURS OF WORK:

The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Psychosocial oncology focuses on a holistic approach to cancer care, addressing the social, psychological, emotional, spiritual and functional aspects of the patient journey within a multidisciplinary team and service providers from various care settings.

Cancer can have a significant life changing effect on individuals and their families. Social work provides service to patients and their families focusing primarily on the psychological and emotional wellbeing of individuals as they adjust to the changes in their health. Social Work advocates on behalf of patients and families as they move through the health care system in their cancer journey.

Responsibilities include: As a valued member of the health care team, practicing within a patient and family centered collaborative approach, the social worker will provide comprehensive psychosocial assessment and counseling support to address the challenges of adjusting to cancer diagnosis and treatment within the oncology clinic.

The position involves: individual assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention limited case management; education and group supports to patients and family members in an individual/ family and group setting. Flexibility to provide services in person or virtually (phone or OTN). Social Workers provide the controlled act of psychotherapy in accordance with the hospital’s practice of the controlled act of psychotherapy and the college (OCSWSSW) practice guidelines for performing the controlled act of psychotherapy and the CCO psychosocial oncology goals.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) in good standing.
• Membership in OASW is considered an asset.
• Recent clinical experience in oncology and palliative care is strongly desired.
• Completion of the de Souza IPODE: Interprofessional Psychosocial Oncology course is required.
• Completion of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT) certificate considered an asset.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Significant experience in both a hospital and outpatient/clinic setting or working with complex psychosocial health problems, illness and disabilities, issues such as dying, grief and loss are considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge EPIC and Microsoft Office Suite is considered an asset.
• Proven experience with program development and implementation.
• Proven experience with development of patient education materials is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of health care facilities and community support systems, services, social agencies etc.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and proven teaching/group facilitation skills.
• Proven ability to organize workload and establish priorities effectively.
• Strong motivational interviewing skills.
• Demonstrated skill in communicating effectively with patients, various institutions, agencies and all levels of staff.
• Commitment to providing culturally sensitive services for patients and families, which address health from a holistic perspective (including physical, emotional, social, economic, spiritual and environmental influences on health).
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

OUR COMMITMENT:

At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of all equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, black, racialized, women, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. Even if your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification on this position, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for another role within our organization.

Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.

Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.