Social Worker

Union: Non-union 
Number of Vacancies: 1 
New or Replacement Position: Replacement 
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Supportive Care  
Reports to: Director, Global Centre for Research and Training in Psychological Care 
Salary Range: $84,767 - $105,968 Annually
Hours: 37.5 hours per week 
Shifts: Days 
Status: Temporary Full-time (1-year contract)
Closing Date: March 13, 2026

Position Summary: 
The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is seeking a Social Worker to join the Department of Supportive Care within the Global Centre for Research and Training in Psychological Care (G-CPC). This role is divided equally between clinical psychosocial oncology practice (50%) and research, project management, and education support (50%). 

The successful candidate will provide compassionate, evidence-based care that is grounded in a patient-centered, relational therapeutic approach. The role requires strong clinical skills, interest in adult education, and the ability to support ongoing research and program development. Subject to available funding, a contract extension or more permanent role within the G-CPC may be possible. 

Duties:

Clinical Responsibilities (50%) 

The Social Worker will deliver evidence-based psychosocial oncology services, including: 

• Completing psychosocial assessments and delivering psychotherapy (i.e., Managing Cancer and Living Meaningfully [CALM] and Emotion and Symptom-Focused Engagement [EASE]) to individuals, couples, and families affected by cancer.  
• Collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to support patient and family wellbeing across the illness trajectory. 
• Documenting clinical work in accordance with UHN standards and regulatory requirements. 
• Participating in case discussions, care planning, and clinical rounds. 

Research, Education, and Program Responsibilities (50%) 

This portion of the role supports educational, program management, and research activities within the G-CPC. 

Educational Program Support 

• Coordinating and facilitating supervision groups for trainees and early career clinicians. 
• Supporting the development and delivery of workshops, seminars, and clinical training programs. 
• Assisting with the creation and maintenance of online and digital educational materials. 

Research and Project Coordination 

• Supporting quantitative and qualitative research related to CALM and EASE therapy, clinician training, and supportive care innovation. 
• Assisting with ethics submissions, data collection, study coordination, data analysis, and knowledge dissemination. 
• Managing timelines, communication, and workflow across multiple national and global projects. 
• Liaising with internal, national, and international collaborators involved in quality improvement initiatives.  

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree 
• Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)  
• Minimum 2-3 years of clinical experience; oncology or complex medical settings preferred. 
• Training and experience in psychotherapy. Training in CALM, EASE, mentalization-based, and relational psychotherapies is an asset. 
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, comfortable leading supervision groups and educational sessions. 
• Experience in research coordination, knowledge translation, and qualitative or quantitative data analysis is an asset. 
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. 
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills. 
• Commitment to UHN values of safety, compassion, teamwork, integrity, and stewardship. 

Application Instructions: 

Interested applicants should submit: 

• A cover letter outlining relevant experiences and motivation. 
• A detailed CV. 

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. 

• Competitive offer packages  
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) 
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service 
• A flexible work environment  
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization 
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) 

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. 

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

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.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.