Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent graduate degree in a related field.
Minimum 5 years' direct experience in Hospice and Bereavement services or related health care service area.
Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).
Knowledge of evidence-informed practices in grief and bereavement, and advanced care planning.
Commitment to client-centered care, equity, diversity, inclusion, and trauma-informed service delivery.
Comprehension of Hebrew or Russian will be considered an asset.
Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and develop a strong team in end-of-life care and trauma-informed services.
Oversee the development and maintenance of the Hospice, Grief & Bereavement program.
Participate in initiatives impacting Hospice and crisis response services, enhancing community presence.
Develop a formalized crisis response plan for community incidents affecting youth.
Manage accreditation submissions for Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) and ensure compliance.
Oversee the creation of Grief and Bereavement groups.
Establish partnerships with community agencies and stakeholders, participating in sector committees.
Represent JF&CS in agency-wide initiatives.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead innovation in the non-profit sector.
Engagement in meaningful work that impacts the community.
Collaboration with a diverse team of professionals.
Access to professional development opportunities.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, manage, and develop a strong team of workers with complementary skills in end of life care, trauma informed care and grief and bereavement.
Oversee the ongoing development and maintenance of the Hospice, Grief & Bereavement program.
Identify and actively participate in initiatives impacting Hospice, Grief & Bereavement and crisis response services representing JF&CS, building capacity and presence, within the community.
Oversee the development of a formalized crisis response and stabilization plan for community incidents (death at a school, global events) impacting youth.
Manage the Agency's Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) accreditation submissions and oversee ongoing compliance.
Oversee the development of Grief and Bereavement groups
Establishes partnerships with other agencies, community groups, and stakeholders within the community as well as participate in sector committees as required.
Represent JF&CS in Agency-wide initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Bring:
Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent graduate degree in a related field.
Minimum 5 years' direct experience in Hospice and Bereavement services or related health care service area
Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).
Knowledge of evidence informed practices in the areas of grief and bereavement, and advanced care planning
Commitment to client-centered care, equity, diversity, inclusion, and trauma-informed service delivery.
Comprehension of Hebrew or Russian will be considered an asset
If you are ready to make a difference and lead innovation in the non-profit sector, we want to hear from you!
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $90,000-$105,000
Posting Date: November 3, 2026
Closing Date: November 20, 2026
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your résumé and cover letter by visiting the Career Opportunities page at https://www.jfandcs.com/jobs.
