Social Worker | Acute Care

Interior Health; Trail; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health in Trail is seeking BCCSW registered Social Workers to join the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital on a casual basis. The role focuses on psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, counselling and advocacy to support patients and families through illness, hospitalization and recovery.

You’ll work with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centred care plans, assist with discharge planning, connect patients to community resources, housing supports, financial assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university.
• Two years recent related experience in a healthcare setting working with medically complex clients with concurrent disorders, or a combination of education, training and experience.
• Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.
• Current valid BC driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, counselling and advocacy to help individuals navigate illness, hospitalization and recovery.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and allied health professionals to create patient-centred care plans addressing medical and social needs.
• Assist with discharge planning and connect patients to community resources, housing supports, financial assistance programs and home care services.
• Promote compassionate, culturally safe and client-centred practice to improve health outcomes for diverse populations in the Trail area.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Crisis intervention

Counselling

Advocacy

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking interest from BCCSW registered Social Workers to join us at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital for a Casual employment opening.

Days of Work

Monday to Friday (varies as needed)

Shift times

08:30 to 16:30

What we offer

We provide a comprehensive, competitive, and people focused employment package, emphasizing wellness, growth, work-life balance, and long term stability.

Locations that qualify for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness.

About the position

Casual shifts are available five days a week, on an as needed basis. Orientation will be with Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital acute care (i.e. ER, ICU, Medical, Surgical, Pediatrics, Psychiatry).

Social workers have a vital role in supporting patients and families through complex health and life challenges. You’ll provide psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, counselling, and advocacy to help individuals navigate illness, hospitalization, and recovery. Working as part of interdisciplinary teams, Interior Health Social Workers collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to develop patient-centred care plans that address both medical and social needs. You’ll assist with discharge planning, connecting patients to community resources, housing supports, financial assistance programs, and home care services to promote safe transitions from hospital to home. Through compassionate, culturally safe, and client-centred practice, you’ll help improve health outcomes and quality of life for the diverse populations served throughout the Trail area.

Whether you’re advancing your career or looking to make a meaningful impact in your community, Interior Health offers the flexibility, support, and opportunities you need to thrive. Come join a team that cares about you as much as the people we serve.

Qualfications

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university. Two years recent related experience in a healthcare setting working with medically complex clients with concurrent disorders, or a combination of education, training and experience. Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers. Current valid BC driver’s license.