Social Worker - Masters of Social Work (MSW) degree

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Social Worker with a Masters of Social Work to join the team at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC. The role involves advanced social work practice, case management, and collaboration with hospital staff and community agencies to address psychosocial needs and discharge planning.

The position is part time temporary, with shifts 8:30 to 15:00, travel between multiple sites, and a salary range of $44.85–$56.02 per hour.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited school is required.
• Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers.
• Experience in a medicalsetting and clinical competence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced social work with complex psychosocial problems.
• Consult with hospital staff and community agencies on psychosocial issues and discharge planning.
• Provide short-term counselling and assist with financial/resource referrals.

Skills

Initiative

Community resources

Independent work

Communication skills

Organization

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Professional growth

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

BC College of Social Workers registration

Job description

Social Worker - Masters of Social Work (MSW) degree - (235917)

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA
Saanich Peninsula Hospital (SPH) - Victoria, BC V8M 2B2 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

8:30 to 1500

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$44.85 - $56.02

Paid FTE

.52

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

36

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Sep. 21 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator, performs professional social work of advanced complexity. Assists in resolving complex psychosocial problems. Carries out a variety of casework and counselling methods; consults extensively with hospital staff and community agencies regarding the psychosocial aspects of the patient's situation and participates in the training of Social Work students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Masters of Social Work degree (M.S.W.) from an accredited school of Social Work required. Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers. Related social work experience, preferably in a medical setting, and demonstrated clinical competence.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to use initiative and exercise judgment as required.


• Knowledge of community resources.


• Ability to work independently on complex matters.


• Demonstrated effective oral and written skills.


• Demonstrated organizational skills.


• Ability to establish priorities and organize workload accordingly.


• Ability to relate effectively and establish positive interpersonal relationships/skills, with staff and patients.


• Commitment to continued professional growth.

Currently this part time masters degree of social work position is located at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital . Previous clinical social work experience in critical care and general medical units in acute care will be an asset. Social workers work in team-based care and are dealing with clients and their families experiencing a trauma, are in crisis, dealing with grief and sudden and unexpected loss, and traumatic change in health condition.Social workers provide short-term supportive counselling, refer clients to various community and government resources and prioritize complex discharge planning . They assist clients in applications for financial resources, equipment and housing. Social workers initiate conversations with clients and their families around Advance Care planning that includes financial management, heath care decision makers and goals of care. Social workers are involved in complex discharge planning to support clients returning to their home community or alternate level of care.All social workers are Designated Responders under the Adult Guardianship Act and must investigate, assess, and intervene in all allegations of adult abuse, neglect and self-neglect. Social workers collaborate with the Ministry of Children and Families on all matters related to child protection.Social workers must be registered with the British Columbia College of Social workers to practice in hospitals.