Social Service Worker, Temporary Part Time, Access to Care & Transitions
- Kingston, ON, Canada
Wage: $36.59 - $39.96/hr · Part-time
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Job Code: 28431
Status: Temporary Part Time (up to 31 months)
Location: Providence Care Hospital/Providence Transitional Care Centre
Union: OPSEU 4104 Paramedical
Wage: $36.59 - $39.96/hr
Posting Period: November 5, 2026 - November 11, 2026
Reporting to the Director, Patient Flow, the Social Service Worker is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of social service support through navigation and transition planning activities for patients and families in a manner consistent with Providence Care's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Direction. Utilizing a problem solving, collaborative and responsive approach in conjunction with the interprofessional teams, community partners, patients and families, the Social Service Worker is accountable for efficient and coordinated patient transition planning, including coordinator and facilitation of timely and effective transitions from hospital.
Skills And Qualifications Required
Status: Temporary Part Time (up to 31 months)
Location: Providence Care Hospital/Providence Transitional Care Centre
Union: OPSEU 4104 Paramedical
Wage: $36.59 - $39.96/hr
Posting Period: November 5, 2026 - November 11, 2026
Reporting to the Director, Patient Flow, the Social Service Worker is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of social service support through navigation and transition planning activities for patients and families in a manner consistent with Providence Care's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Direction. Utilizing a problem solving, collaborative and responsive approach in conjunction with the interprofessional teams, community partners, patients and families, the Social Service Worker is accountable for efficient and coordinated patient transition planning, including coordinator and facilitation of timely and effective transitions from hospital.
Skills And Qualifications Required
- Social Service Work diploma with active, unrestricted license to practice with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers of Ontario
- One year experience in navigation, transition and discharge planning activities in a hospital setting preferred
- Conducts patient assessment including identification of baseline status, family assessment, reports by other service providers etc, assuming responsibility for service coordination for referred patients
- Participates in the development of individualized patient care transition plans in collaboration with other team members, external partners, the patient and family
- Ability to perform comprehensive social assessments, monitor and evaluate patient progress and revise plans as required
- Identifies and prioritizes patient supports and linkages required in support of timely discharge referring to community supports and services for continuing care
- Demonstrates leadership in the practice setting by acting as a role model and resource of the interprofessional team in support of navigation, transition and discharge planning activities and specifically social service expertise
- Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
- A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
- Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
- Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- State of the Art Building with on-site parking
- On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
- Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
- Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
- Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
- Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails
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Responsibilities
Conduct patient and family assessments, coordinate social services, and collaborate with interprofessional teams and community partners to develop individualized transition plans. Identify and prioritize supports, monitor patient progress, and facilitate timely, coordinated transitions from hospital to continuing care.
Requirements
A Social Service Work diploma and an active, unrestricted license with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers are required. One year of hospital experience in navigation, transition, and discharge planning is preferred.
Skills
- Patient Navigation
- Transition Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Social Assessment
- Service Coordination
- Patient And Family Assessment
- Care Planning
- Patient Progress Monitoring
- Problem Solving
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Community Referral
- Patient Advocacy
- Leadership
- Communication
Benefits
- Percentage In Lieu Of Benefits And Vacation
- Healthcare Of Ontario Pension Plan
- On-Site Parking
- Employee And Family Assistance Program
- Education, Mentorship, And Bursary Opportunities
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Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Social Service Work Diploma
- Ontario College Of Social Workers And Social Service Workers
- Active Unrestricted License
- Patient Navigation
- Transition Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Hospital Setting
- Patient Assessment
- Family Assessment
- Social Assessment
- Service Coordination
- Individualized Care Plans
- Interprofessional Teams
- Community Partners
- Patient Progress Monitoring
- Continuing Care
- Community Supports
- Patient Flow
- Hospital Transitions
- Rehabilitation
- Mental Health Services
- Complex Medical Management
- Palliative Care