Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 0800-1600 Days Off Weekend/Stats, Friday Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $42.27 - $52.81 Paid FTE 0.84 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 60.0 Planned Start Date Sep. 24 2025 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No 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 the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate, provides social work intake services and counselling to clients to assist in meeting the psychosocial needs of clients and to enable clients to utilize medical care in order to achieve their optimal level of health, Prepares intake assessments and participates in multi-disciplinary teamwork, liaises with and obtains resources from community social health and welfare agencies. Clinical guidance/instruction is available from the Senior Therapist.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceDegree in Social Work.Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers . Familiarity/experience with application of Family-Centred practice. Good understanding of community health, welfare, and social agencies. Basic knowledge and experience of intake process and multi-disciplinary teamwork.
Skills And AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Ability to deal with others effectively.Ability to work with children and families.Ability to use initiative and exercise judgement.Ability to establish priorities and organize workload.Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.Knowledge of group processes and ability to apply facilitation techniques.Ability to operate related equipment.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD764.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union HSA