Company Bio
At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most.
Located on the stunning Bay of Quinte, Belleville blends small-town charm with big-city perks—vibrant dining, festivals, waterfront adventures, scenic trails, and great shopping.
As the largest Quinte Health hospital, Belleville General Hospital (BGH) offers diverse opportunities across medicine, critical care, emergency, surgery, maternal-child care, mental health, rehab, and oncology. We collaborate regionally to provide top-tier care.
At BGH, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and team-driven environment. Newcomers learn from experienced professionals, fostering growth and a shared passion for making a real impact. Come be part of something amazing!
Position Summary
The Social Worker is a key member of the multidisciplinary team, and provides treatment modalities that may include individual and family therapy, group work, consultation, case navigation, crisis intervention, community outreach and advocacy in a manner that is consistent with the Quinte Health values and that reflects the core values of Patient and Family Centered Care (dignity, respect, information sharing, participation, and collaboration). Social Workers at Quinte Health practice in accordance with the standards of professional practice and ethical values as defined by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, participates in service and hospital-wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy patient-centered environment and contribute to quality improvement and risk management initiatives. Develops and coordinates treatment plans in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team including connection/referral to appropriate internal and/or community resources, this position is assigned to the Quinte 7, Perinatal and Paediatrics Program.
Required
- Master’s Degree in Social Work
- Active registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).
- 5 years’ clinical work experience in a related setting.
- Demonstrated assessment and therapy skills with expertise in individual, couple, family and group work required.
- Experience in conducting psychosocial assessment, de-escalation and brief psychosocial interventions.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and community resources.
- Demonstrated ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Superior communication skills required, oral and written.
- Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check.
Duties
- Demonstrated knowledge of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including diagnostic criteria, assessment, and treatment. Provides counselling for perinatal anxiety, depression, mood disorders, postpartum adjustment, and supports the development of healthy parent–child relationships.
- Highly developed clinical skills in interviewing, psychosocial and risk assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions, including individual, group, and family counselling, crisis intervention, and interprofessional collaboration.
- Knowledge of assessment, harm reduction, and management of substance use, addiction, and concurrent disorders, with demonstrated sensitivity to stigma experienced by individuals with psychiatric diagnoses.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decisions Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Child, Youth and Family Services Act, Surrogacy and All Families Are Equal Act, Ontario Mental Health Act, Powers of Attorney Act, and other applicable legislation.
- Skilled in conducting comprehensive assessments, establishing goals, developing, implementing, and reviewing care and discharge plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the interprofessional team. Connects patients and families to appropriate community support (e.g., financial, housing, home care) and maintains documentation in accordance with privacy legislation, OCSWSSW standards, and organizational policies.
- Provides emotional support, counselling, crisis intervention, and advocacy for individuals and families experiencing traumatic births, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, neonatal death, acute or chronic pediatric health diagnoses, and medical crises, and facilitates access to appropriate community resources.
- Identifies, assesses, and intervenes in situations involving abuse, neglect, or domestic violence, ensuring appropriate services are engaged and that safety and discharge plans are in place.
- Knowledge of surrogacy legislation and practice in Ontario, providing psychosocial education and support to surrogates and intended parents, supporting expectation management during the hospital stay, and ensuring alignment with ethical and legal requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to serve Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities using trauma-informed, strengths-based, culturally safe, and humble approaches. Advocates for equitable access to inclusive care, works to reduce systemic barriers, and supports patients’ rights to define their own families and birth experiences.
- Integrates evidence-based best practices into professional services.
- Demonstrates strong communication skills and confidence in articulating social work scope of practice within a health care setting.
- Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and in collaboration with external agencies and community partners.
- Highly developed communication, presentation, documentation, mentoring, and coaching skills, with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Maintains effectiveness in a physically and mentally demanding work environment, responds appropriately to unexpected situations, and adapts to competing priorities.
- Proficient in the use of current Microsoft Office applications and electronic documentation systems.
- Maintains privacy, confidentiality, and security of client, staff, and organizational information.
- Initiates and maintains community partnerships and contributes to a workplace culture of mutual respect and collaboration.
Note: The above duties are representative but are not to be construed as all inclusive.
Equal Opportunity
We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or [email protected] for assistance.
