York Region District School Board

Year 2 Practicum, September 2026- April 2027

Name of Practicum Site, Unit or Program:

York Region District School Board (YRDSB)
Social Work Department

Location:

Travel required throughout York Region

Description of the practicum site and student activities:

The primary focus of this practicum is facilitating psychoeducational groups and parent workshops. All students will be co-facilitating groups with a School Social Worker, with the expectation that students will take the lead on facilitating at some point. Groups currently focus on CBT and newcomer support, and knowledge/experience in these areas is an asset. In addition to groups, students will be co-facilitating workshops to parents and/or schools over the course of their practicum. These workshops may occur in the evening and will require the occasional evening availability. Students may also be involved in helping to co-develop workshops for schools and families. There will be lots of support and the student will get the opportunity to work with social workers in a specific area. Travel would be involved and a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.

Practicum Requirements:

☒ Police Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check

☒ Driver’s License

☒ Use of Own Car

☒ Comfort working with the population being served

☒ Evening attendance

Other requirements:

Previous facilitation experience is an asset. Experience with newcomers is also an asset.

Please select Fields(s) of Study:

☒ Children and their Families

☒ Mental Health and Health

Is this practicum in-person, remote or hybrid?

In-person only

Will this practicum involve direct work or a mix of direct and indirect?

Direct

Number of practicums offered:

1-2

Field Instructor name and credentials:

Naiomi John, MSW, RSW

Application deadline:

Open until filled

Do you require a resume? Or resume and cover letter?

Resume

Accessibility Considerations:

• Will the student have access to a private space for notes or computer use?  Yes

• Are there breaks between clients/patients/meetings?  Yes

• Is the practicum considered fast-paced?  Medium

• Is there a high noise level in the practicum?  Medium

• Is the site wheelchair accessible?  Yes

• What are the physical demands of the practicum? None

• Are there any other accessibility considerations that potential applicants with disabilities should be aware of?  N/A

If you are interested in this practicum, please send a resume to alexi.sparaggis@utoronto.ca. Applications will be sent to the site. Please note only students who do NOT have a practicum match yet can apply.