Social Worker 1 - Community Social Worker-Family Therapy

Vancouver Coastal Health; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization as a Social Worker in North Vancouver. This role offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of families through individual and group therapy, while working with a dedicated team. With a commitment to innovative care and community connection, this position provides an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment. Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, wellness supports, and professional development opportunities as you contribute to creating healthy lives in healthy communities. If you're passionate about social work and eager to help others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's in Social Work with relevant experience required.
• Current registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Work collaboratively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.

Skills

Individual Therapy

Counseling

Family Therapy

Group Work

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Judgment in Emergencies

Education

Master of Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work

Job description

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $42.27/Hr. - CAD $52.81/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Social Worker to join the team in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:

• Work as part of an inter-disciplinary team by carrying out psychiatric assessments, including DSM IV diagnoses; and developing treatment plans on an individual, group and family basis.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Master of Social Work plus two years’ recent experience as a social worker or a clinical social worker who provides services to families; or Bachelor of Social Work plus three years’ recent community experience as a social worker or a clinical social worker who provides services to families; or equivalent education and experience.
• Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated skills in individual therapy, counseling, family and group work.
• Current professional knowledge including a working knowledge of the DSM IV diagnostic classification system.
• Understanding of available community agencies and resources in order to assist client; aiding in identifying new services that should be offered.
• Police record review is required in accordance with CCRA.
• Extended hours may be required to include evenings/weekends.
• Travel is a requirement of this position. Must have own vehicle with business insurance.
• Applies skilled family therapy theory and practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to independently organize and carry out work assignments.
• Ability to determine and deal effectively with emergent situations and exercise reasonable judgment when dealing with patients, families and staff.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

Applicants with a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from an accredited School of Social Work, and a demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. If you are applying under equivalency, please clearly outline in your application how your knowledge, education, skills and experience meet Master of Social Work (MSW) equivalency.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2025.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.