Hamilton Wentworth District School Board

Location: Hamilton, Ontario

Description of the practicum site and student activities: HWDSB offers a rich learning experience for MSW Field Placement interns. An MSW student can expect to work directly with students who are struggling with school engagement, as well as having contact with parents, school staff and community supports. The MSW student will also have an opportunity to co-facilitate a group for either children or caregivers. There may be an opportunity for more directed learning in the area of CBT as it relates specifically to school social work. MSW students are welcome to attend staff meeting and staff trainings and may have the opportunity to work with more than one supervisor.

Practicum Requirements:

☒ Police Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check

☒ Driver’s License

☒ Use of Own Car

☒ Comfort working with the population being served

☒ Comprehensive report writing and documentation

☒ Evening attendance – some groups run in the evening but field placement students will have the choice as to whether or not they would like to co-facilitate one of these groups. Evening work is not mandatory.

Other requirements: It is very helpful for field placement students to have access to their own vehicle as there is often travel between sites. However, it is not an exclusionary criterion and we are willing to consider field placement students who may not have their own vehicle.

Please select Fields(s) of Study:

☒ Children and their Families

☒ Mental Health and Health

Does your practicum require any previous experience?

A previous social work placement is an asset. This is an advance placement opportunity.

Is this practicum in-person, remote or hybrid?

In person only

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

This practicum will involve direct clinical practice with children and families. There will be lots of phone calls, emails and documentation requirements as well.

Number of practicums offered:

Unsure year to year. At a minimum we generally take 4 MSW students every year.

Field Instructor name and credentials:

Janet Baker MSW RSW

Application deadline: March 12, 2026

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

Both

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? Fast

Is there a high noise level in the practicum? High

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?

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to miri.ben.dat@utoronto.ca by 4pm March 12, 2026. Applications will be sent to the site.