Jewish Family and Child Services

Location: 4600 Bathurst Street

Description of the practicum site and student activities:

This would be an opportunity to work with our Child Welfare team. This would be an opportunity to work with a SW who is working with children who are placed in Foster or group homes with an age range of 11-23. There may also be an opportunity to also work on the investigation side of Child Welfare.

Practicum Requirements:

☒ Police Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check

☒ Driver’s License

☒ Use of Own Car

☒ Evening attendance : as needed – not regularly.

Please select Fields(s) of Study:

☒ Children and their Families

☒ Mental Health and Health

Is this practicum in-person, remote or hybrid?

In person

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

A mix of direct and indirect but mostly direct work.

Field Instructor name and credentials:

Chelsea Kellner, MSW

Application deadline:

June 5, 2025

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

Resume only

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? Low

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 for this practicum, please send a resume to miri.ben.dat@utoronto.ca by 4pm June 5, 2025. Applications will be sent to the site.