Social Worker Degree

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Saskatoon is seeking a part-time Social Worker (BSW) to provide psychosocial assessments and counseling for individuals and families. This position requires registered eligibility with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers and offers 21 shifts of 5 hours over 6 weeks. Candidates should possess excellent communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills, along with a Bachelor of Social Work degree. The ideal applicant should be knowledgeable about the healthcare environment and applicable provincial standards.

Qualifications

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW).
• Preference for candidates with medical social work experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessment and counseling for clients and families.
• Provide professional support in line with social work standards.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance client care.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Decision making skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Job description

Position #: 9003117

Expected Start Date: January 12, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Saskatoon City Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Social Work

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.47

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Standby

Hours of Work: 21 shifts of 5 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966

Travel Required: No

Human Resources Exemption: No

Job Description

The Social Worker – BSW, reporting directly to the Social Worker – BSW – Senior, has responsibility for professional psychosocial assessment and counselling with clients and families who are managing social and emotional impacts associated with physical illness. The Social Worker – BSW receives clinical supervision and administrative direction from the Manager and/or designate. The Social Worker – BSW is a competent clinical practitioner assisting individuals, families and groups. They offer a professional working relationship, including an understanding of the social work role, of a conceptual model of practice, and of the SHA philosophy, objectives and policies.

Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.

Experience

• Preference will be given to candidates with medical social work experience

Education

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Competencies

• Advanced - Communication skills
• Basic - Computer skills
• Advanced - Decision making skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of local and provincial resources and agencies
• Ability to advocate on behalf of clients
• Knowledge of Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers Standards in Healthcare
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Skilled in psycho-social assessment and the ability to work with individuals
• Ability to apply learn knowledge and concepts in the health care environment
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships/partnerships
• Knowledge in the SHA, community resources and applicable programming

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/