Social Worker

BAPTIST HOUSING; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid extended health and dent

Retirement savings contributions

Paid vacation

Job summary

Sun Pointe Village in Kelowna, BC, is seeking a Social Worker to join a multidisciplinary care team. You will advocate for residents, support families, and contribute to a compassionate environment where seniors experience life well.

The role focuses on psychosocial support, counselling, and care planning, with responsibilities across resident and family support, program leadership, and collaboration with community agencies. 15 hours per week, Tue/Thu, 8:30-4:30.

Qualifications

• BSW is required; MSW preferred.
• Must be registered in good standing with BC College of Social Workers.
• Minimum one year experience with seniors or comparable background.
• Strong understanding of gerontology and psychosocial needs of older adults.

Responsibilities

• Assess resident psychosocial needs and contribute to care plans.
• Provide adjustment counselling, visits, crisis intervention, and emotional support.
• Facilitate care conferences and support transitions including move-in and end-of-service planning.
• Assist residents and families in navigating financial or material assistance programs.

Skills

Counselling

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

MSW preferred

Job description

Social Worker

Sun Pointe Village | Kelowna, British Columbia | Temporary Part-Time (15 hours/week)

The Opportunity

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a Social Worker at Sun Pointe Village, you’ll be a valued member of a multidisciplinary care team, advocating for residents, supporting families, and contributing to a compassionate environment where each person is treated with dignity and respect.

About The Role

*This position is 15 hours per week, typically worked over two days (Tuesdays and Thursdays), with shifts from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In this role, you’ll support the psychosocial needs of residents while fostering a collaborative, wellness-focused environment. You’ll provide counselling, advocacy, and care planning support to ensure each resident receives holistic, person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Resident & Family Support

• Assess resident psychosocial needs and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Provide adjustment counselling, one-to-one visits, crisis intervention, and emotional support.
• Facilitate Resident Care Conferences and support residents and families during transitions, including move-in, transfer, or end-of-service planning.
• Assistresidents and families in navigating financial or materialassistanceprograms as needed.

Program Leadership

• Model and promote Baptist Housing’sWellness Model of Care.
• Facilitate resident and family councils, support groups, and educational sessions.
• Provide leadership as a member of the Administrative Team, supporting residence-wide initiatives.
• Participate in policy review and revision, quality improvement, and data collection activities.

Collaboration & Advocacy

• Work closely with residents, families, team members, and community agencies such as Community Care, the Public Guardian and Trustee, and disease‑specific organizations.
• Collaborate with other social workers across the Kelowna region to support consistency and workload relief.

Health, Safety & Professional Practice

• Promote a safe and healthy workplace,identifyinghazardsand supporting safe practices.
• Integrate evidence‑based research into practice andmaintainawareness of legislative and program changes.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional ethics in all interactions.

Sun Pointe Villageis located inthe heart of Kelowna’s Rutland community, an inviting residentialneighborhoodwith convenient access to services, parks, and amenities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work(BSW)required; Master of Social Work (MSW) preferred.
• The candidate must be registered in good standing with theBC College of Social Workers.
• Minimum one year of experience providing services to seniors, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Youpossessa robust understanding of gerontology and the psychosocial requirements of older adults.

About You

You are a compassionate, resident-centeredprofessional who builds trust with ease. You bring:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strengths in counselling, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution.
• A collaborative spirit rooted in Servant Leadership.
• Strong documentation, assessment, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Confidence working independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to supporting residents with empathy, dignity, and respect.

You model Baptist Housing’s values ofCompassion, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, Teamwork, Fun, and Servant Leadershipin all that you do.

Compensation & Benefits

This position is compensated under the HSP Master Collective Agreement, with a wage range of $42.27 – $52.81 per hour.

Additional benefits may include:

• Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits
• Retirement savings contributions
• Paid vacation

Our Promise to You

At Baptist Housing, you’ll be part of a compassionate and collaborative team where you can bring your whole self to work. Together, we create communities where seniors—and those who support them—can truly thrive.

Why Work at Baptist Housing?

Meaningful Work
Make a real difference in the lives of seniors every day.

Supportive Community
Work in a team that values connection, respect, and collaboration.

Recognition & Growth
We invest in your development and celebrate your contributions.