Inpatient Casual Social Worker II

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a compassionate Social Worker II to join the Oncology Social Work Team at the Arthur J.E. Child Cancer Centre on a casual basis, supporting inpatient services in Calgary.

You will address social determinants of health, provide counseling, resource navigation, and group facilitation within a multidisciplinary team. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, ACSW registration eligibility, and 1+ year in urban adult cancer care or related settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required and active or eligible for ACSW registration.
• BCLS-HCP certification required.
• Minimum 1 year post-degree experience in urban adult cancer care, palliative and outpatient settings.
• Experience with supportive counseling, referral management, and caseload prioritization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Triage referrals, screen and intake patients and families.
• Provide resource counselling and individual, group, and family support.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to plan care and transitions.
• Develop and facilitate psychoeducational groups.
• Engage in quality improvement, research, and service evaluation.
• Support staff orientation and mentorship; connect families with community resources.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Caseload management

Family meetings

Counselling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

ACSW registration eligible

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Oncology Social Work Team at the new Arthur J.E. Child Cancer Centre is seeking compassionate and experienced Social Workers II to join the team on a casual basis to support our inpatient services. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive and innovative program dedicated to helping patients and their loved ones navigate the emotional, practical, and social challenges associated with cancer. As a Social Worker II, you will play a key role in supporting patients and caregivers by addressing the social determinants of health and helping them access the resources and supports they need throughout their cancer journey.Key responsibilities include: Referral triage, screening, intake, resource counselling, and supportive counselling. Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to enhance the patient and family experience. Developing and facilitating psychoeducational groups. Participating in quality improvement initiatives, research, and service evaluation activities. Engaging in ongoing professional development and continuing education. Supporting the orientation and mentorship of new staff and students. Contributing to a collaborative team environment through strong communication, organization, and time management skills. Connecting patients and families with community-based resources. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care. Applicants must be available to work a minimum of two (2) weekdays per week. Regular work hours are scheduled between 8:00a.m. and 16:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families.

Description:

As a Social Worker II, you will be a member of an inter-disciplinary team and provides a range of social work services to patients and their families. Your services may include: psychosocial assessment, resource-based interventions, individual, group and family treatment, risk screening, counselling, case management and coordination, transition or discharge planning, and prevention, promotion and public awareness activities.

• Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
• Classification: Social Worker II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Psychosocial Oncology, Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre
• Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 26-OCT-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $42.14
• Maximum Salary: $56.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
• Classification: Social Worker II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Psychosocial Oncology, Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre
• Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 26-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 0
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $42.14
• Maximum Salary: $56.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Social Work.Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) through Heart & Stroke Foundation. A minimum 1 year of post-degree (Social Work) experience working in an urban adult cancer care setting, palliative care, and outpatient care. In-depth knowledge of advance care planning, income security programs, housing, and support services. Experience providing supportive counseling. Experience with referral management and caseload prioritization. Experience supporting and facilitating family meetings. Experience providing trauma-informed, patient- and family-centred care to individuals and families coping with complex medical and psychosocial challenges. Demonstrated skills in assessment, intervention, system navigation and case management. Demonstrated dedication to professional development. Proficient with Microsoft Suite (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SharePoint)

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years' experience in an adult inpatient healthcare setting and 2 years' experience supporting adults with cancer. Completion of AHS Connect Care (Epic) training for Social Workers. Recent experience providing virtual care (telephone, Zoom, or Telehealth). Knowledge of Alberta community and financial resources, and supports related to grief, adjustment, and loss. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate effectively across healthcare teams and community organizations.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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