Social Worker II (2026-0638)

Carewest Innovative Health Care; Calgary; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Health Care in Calgary is hiring a casual social worker to support adult neuro rehab patients. You will help clients and families with social and financial issues linked to admissions or discharge planning, in collaboration with the Community Care Coordinator and Transition Services to map the discharge path.

The Neuro Rehabilitation Program serves adults with neurological injuries seeking assessment, recuperation, and rehab before community return, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized degree program in Social Work or equivalent.
• Registered with Alberta Association of Social Workers.
• Driver’s license.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a mix of clinical and continuing care roles.
• Gerontology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients and families with social and financial issues related to continuing care admissions or community return.
• Collaborate with the Community Care Coordinator and Transition Services to develop discharge plans.
• Communicate progress toward the appropriate discharge location with clients and families.

Skills

Social work knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Casual Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Social Work Neuro Rehab BW Hours: 0.00 FTE: 0.00 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0800-1615 Union: HSAA Rate of Pay: $42.14 - $56.02 PCN: N/A

Date Competition Closes

July 29, 2026

The Opportunity

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting clients and families with social and financial issues related to continuing care admissions or return to the community. Collaborating with the Community Care Coordinator, Transition Services to assist with the development of the discharge plan. Communicating with the client and family about progress toward the appropriate discharge location.

Program Summary

Neuro Rehabilitation Program - for adults who have had a neurological injury, such as a stroke, and require additional assessment, recuperation and rehabilitation before returning to the community.

Qualifications & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized degree program in Social Work or equivalent program
• Registered with Alberta Association of Social Workers
• Driver’s License
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a combination of clinical and continuing care roles
• Gerontology experience is preferred

About Carewest

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, ATIA, POPA, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required. Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.

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