Women’s College Hospital – Peter Gilgan Centre for Women’s Cancers

Description of the practicum site and student activities:

The Peter Gilgan Centre for Women’s Cancers is a virtual program located at Women’s College Hospital (WCH), which supports patient-centered cancer care in partnership with Surgical and Gynecology Services, Medical Imaging, Specialized Medicine Services, the Genetics and Hereditary Breast Cancer Clinic and the After Cancer Treatment Transition (ACTT) Clinic. These clinics provide access to diagnosis for breast, endometrial, cervical and thyroid cancers, they perform preventative surgeries for breast and ovarian cancer and offer long-term aftercare, surveillance and support for cancer patients. The Centre draws together excellence in research, clinical care, innovation and education for women’s cancers.
The MSW student’s activities will include: (1) conducting psychosocial assessments and providing counselling and information to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients, patients undergoing breast surgery as part of their cancer treatment, patients who carry a genetic mutation undergoing preventive surgery, and patients being followed after cancer treatment; (2) participating in outreach or screening events for cancer prevention and awareness; (3) opportunity to engage in research/quality improvement initiatives; (4) engaging in patient education and supportive programs.

Practicum Requirements:

☒ Immunizations per PHA Guidelines
☒ N95 Respirator/Mask Fitting
☒ Comfort working with the population being served
☒ Comprehensive report writing and documentation
☐  Covid Vaccinations (strongly recommended)

☐ Influenza Vaccination (Flu shot) (strongly recommended)

Please select Fields(s) of Study:

☒ Mental Health and Health

Does your practicum require any previous experience?

No, clinical/oncology experience is an asset

Is this practicum in-person, remote or hybrid?
Hybrid

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

Number of practicums offered:
1

Field Instructor name and credentials:
Luana Pereira, MA Clin.Psych, MSW, RSW

Application deadline:
March 12, 2026

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

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? Desk work, sitting in counselling appointments, occasional events on and off-site (virtual or in-person)

• Are there any other accessibility considerations that potential applicants with disabilities should be aware of? In-person and virtual engagement

If you are interested in this practicum, please send a cover letter and resume to miri.ben.dat@utoronto.ca by 4 pm March 12, 2026. Applications will be sent to the site.