Social Worker II

Alberta Health Services; Brooks; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Social Worker II for the Brooks Health Centre. This role involves providing comprehensive social work services to patients and families, including assessments, counselling, and advocacy. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Social Work, at least two years of experience, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of social work experience required.
• Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).
• Experience working in an interdisciplinary team preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessment and resource navigation.
• Deliver individual, group, and family treatment.
• Contribute to program planning and quality improvement.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

TEAMs

Job description

Your Opportunity:

This position is based out of the Brooks Health Centre and delivers local in-patient services within the Hospital setting, as well as service to the community of Bow Island acute care, continuing care and community health services. Working collaboratively and as part of the interdisciplinary team(s) the Social Worker II is involved in the provision of Social Work services to patients and families who receive services from across the health care continuum including acute care, continuing care and community health services. The Social Worker II provides bio-psychosocial assessment, resource navigation, crisis intervention, education, supportive counselling, advocacy and consultation as part of their day-to-day work. The Social Worker II has excellent working knowledge of community resources (AISH, Income Support, Canada Pension, Alberta Seniors Benefits) as well as various legislative acts that impact health service delivery (Personal Directives Act, AGTA, Mental Health Act). The Social Worker makes appropriate referrals to services that are both internal and external to the healthcare setting and works collaboratively with community agencies/programs for the benefit of patients and families. This position requires the ability to prioritize workload, analyze complex problems and identify viable care plans and solutions to address psychosocial needs. The incumbent demonstrates the ability to work both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. The Social Worker II contributes to non-patient care activities including program planning, evaluation, quality improvement research and staff development, along with other duties as required by the position.

Description:

As a Social Worker II, you will be a member of an inter-disciplinary team and provides a range of social work services to patients and their families. Your services may include: psychosocial assessment, resource-based interventions, individual, group and family treatment, risk screening, counselling, case management and coordination, transition or discharge planning, and prevention, promotion and public awareness activities.

Acute Care Alberta: N Primary Care Alberta: N Recovery Alberta: N Classification: Social Worker II Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: South Zone Social Work Primary Location: Brooks Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 13-JUN-2025 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 28-JUL-2025 Temporary End Date: 31-JUL-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $38.56 Maximum Salary: $51.27 Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Social Work. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of social work experience. This position requires a high degree of independence, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, an ability to prioritize workload. Knowledge and ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Outlook and TEAMs is highly recommended. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in an interdisciplinary team is preferred. Knowledge of relevant legislative Acts and experience with guardianship, trusteeship, personal directives and capacity assessment processes is an asset. In-depth knowledge and in working with Income Support programs at a community/provincial/federal level (AISH, Alberta Works, CPP, OAS, ASB) is preferred. Previous experience working in the health care system in Alberta is an asset.