Social Worker Degree Senior

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Estevan; On-site; < CAD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Saskatchewan is seeking a Social Worker - BSW Senior to coordinate care for patients and residents. The role involves case management, education, and advocacy, requiring a Bachelor of Social Work. Candidates must have strong analytical and interpersonal skills, critical thinking abilities, and at least 2 years of experience in social work. Valid Class 5 driver's license and SASW registration are required. The position is full-time temporary with field hours and travel obligations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates leadership skills.
• Requires highly developed clinical assessment skills and critical thinking.
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for patients, clients, and residents.
• Provide case management, education, and advocacy.
• Deliver on-site and virtual social work services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical assessment skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Position #: 9010783

Expected Start Date: May 18, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: St Josephs Hospital - SHA

City/Town: Estevan

Department: Community Health Services Administration

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 02, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW Senior $37.949 to $46.403

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

The Social Worker - BSW Senior, reporting to the Manager, or their designate, will coordinate care for patients, clients and residents. The incumbent will provide case management, education, advocacy, urgent consultations, referrals and consultations to appropriate services and provides on-site and virtual social work services.

Education

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
• Demonstrates leadership skills
• Analytical skills

Experience

• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal skills
• Requires highly developed clinical assessment skills and critical thinking
• 2 years SW experience working with issues of capacity, dementia, grief, and loss

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to conduct client assessments and engage in effective treatment planning
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, independent judgment & organizational skills
• Ability to work under stress
• Sound judgment, tact, initiative and high standards of integrity/responsibility
• Ability and willingness to travel within service delivery area
• Ability to prioritize workDemonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Ability to work in a team setting in a postive manner
• Ability to communicate with clients from diverse social backgrounds
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to perceive and analyze problems and effect innovative solutions
• Ability to prioritize to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure
• Ability to effectively counsel and work with individuals, families and groups
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Other education and Training

• Experience in medical social work is an asset

Other information

• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)