Women’s College Hospital, Refugee Health Clinic

Year 2 Practicum

September 2025- April 2026

Name of Practicum Site, Unit or Program:

Crossroads Refugee Health Clinic, Women’s College Hospital

Location: 76 Grenville Street, Toronto, ON M5S 1B2

Description of the practicum site and student activities:

The Crossroads Refugee Health Clinic at Women’s College Hospital provides comprehensive primary health services to newly arrived refugees during their first two years in Toronto. Our team consists of medical staff, nursing, medical administrators, social work, psychiatry as well as learners and volunteers. The majority of the clinic’s clients are refugee claimants fleeing persecution, many of whom are living in Toronto’s emergency shelter system. The Crossroads Clinic’s client population includes adults, families with children, and unaccompanied youth. Social work services offered include psychosocial assessment, mental health counseling, information and referrals, case management, and advocacy. Social work services focus on addressing trauma, adjustment, and mitigating barriers to accessing services in the community. Clinic staff make frequent use of language interpretation for all service delivery.

Practicum Requirements:

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☒ Immunizations per PHA Guidelines

☒ N95 Respirator/Mask Fitting

☒ Covid Vaccinations

☒ Influenza Vaccination (Flu shot)

☐ Police Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check

☐ Driver’s License

☐ Use of Own Car

☐ Travel by public transportation between home visits, or satellite offices, or community meetings, etc.

☒ Comfort working with the population being served

☒ Comprehensive report writing and documentation

☐ Lived experience/Current member of the community being served

☐ Evening attendance

☐ Weekend attendance

☐ Changing shift attendance

☐ Language (specify in field below)

Other requirements:

Access to a reliable internet connection, phone connection, and a private space to provide virtual care to clients remotely for part of the practicum on Thursdays

Please select Fields(s) of Study:

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☐ Children and their Families

☒ Social Justice and Diversity

☒ Mental Health and Health

☐ Social Work in Gerontology

☐ Human Services Management & Leadership

OR Indigenous Trauma and Resiliency

Does your practicum require any previous experience?

(If yes, please specify.)

The ideal candidate has previous experience serving diverse clients from underserved populations (eg. racialized communities, newcomer communities, LGBTQ+ communities, individuals affected by homelessness), and has previous experience in a counselling and/or case management role. Demonstrated understanding of psychological trauma is an asset. Familiarity with the needs of newcomers and the settlement sector in the GTA is an asset.

Is this practicum in-person, remote or hybrid?

This is a hybrid practicum (mix of in-person and remote attendance expected). Student will work remotely on Thursdays.

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

Direct practice

Number of practicums offered:

Field Instructor name and credentials:

Ellen Tang, MSW, RSW

Application deadline:

April 10, 2025

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? Sometimes

Is the practicum considered fast-paced? Fast

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/computer-based work. Long periods of sitting.

Are there any other accessibility considerations that potential applicants with disabilities should be aware of? All efforts will be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities in the application process and during the practicum. Please note any accommodation needs in your application.

If you are interested in this practicum, please send a cover letter and resume to miri.ben.dat@utoronto.ca by 4pm on April 10, 2025. Applications will be forwarded on to the site.

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