Social Worker (Bachelors) | Acute Care

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health care organization in Kelowna is seeking Casual Registered Social Workers. The role involves providing psychosocial care, supporting clients through assessment and treatment, and working with a diverse health care team. Candidates with a BSW or MSW and flexibility for various shift times are encouraged to apply. This position promotes a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work required (BSW or MSW).
• Availability for varied shifts: 08:00-16:00, 09:00-21:00, 15:00-23:00.
• Experience in community, mental health, and primary care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment and care planning for clients.
• Work collaboratively with health care providers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Facilitate client self-management and access to resources.

Skills

Counseling

Psychosocial care

System navigation

Advocacy

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

We are seeking Casual Registered Social Workers, for the Kelowna General Hospital, and a variety of service areas including: community, long-term care, mental health, and primary care. Social Work shift times are: 08:00-16:00, 09:00-21:00 and 15:00-23:00, and may be on any day of the week. We encourage qualified BSW and MSW applicants to apply, particularly those who have full-time/open availability for shifts.

What We Offer

We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

About The Position

The Social Worker provides comprehensive assessment, care planning and treatment coordination for designated clients and their families. Working collaboratively with other health care providers and the multidisciplinary team, you will provide direct psychosocial care, counseling, system navigation and advocacy, education and linkage to relevant specialized complex care resources while facilitating client self-management. The Social Worker is responsible for providing and developing social work services to maintain or improve the health and social well-being and functioning of the identified population.

About Us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location

The largest and liveliest lakeshore community in the Okanagan, Kelowna is well-known as a year round outdoor playground. Kelowna’s sunny weather, spectacular scenery, lakes, canyons and many attractions are the perfect combination for those who enjoy an active lifestyle and an urban setting.