Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 8:00 to 16:00 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $42.27 - $52.81 Paid FTE 1 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Sep. 8 2025 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Apr. 17 2026 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 the Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient & staff 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 Clinical Coordinator, performs professional social work of moderate complexity. Assists patients and their families with practical problems and personal concerns and consults with hospital staff and community agencies regarding the psychosocial aspects of the patients' situation.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceBachelor of Social Work degree (B.S.W.) from an accredited school of Social Work, however a Master's degree (M.S.W.) is preferred. 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 AbilitiesAbility to use and exercise judgment as required.Ability to work independently with consultation and guidance available.Knowledge of community resources.Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.Demonstrated organizational skills.Ability to establish priorities and organize workload accordingly.Commitment to continued professional growth. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD767.pdf Additional information for applicants This temporary Bachelors or Masters Degree of Social Work position is currently located on a General medical unit at the Victoria General Hospital. The Social Worker works in team-based care - providing social work services in planning complex discharges with clients and their families to return to their home community or alternate level of care. Previous acute care experience will be an asset. Services provides to clients and their families include short -term counselling related to grief and loss, adjustment to diagnosis and change of health status, support to accessing resources such as housing applications, financial applications and/or other resources. Advance care planning regarding financial management, health care decisions and initial goals of care is part of the social work role. All social workers in hospital are Designated Responders under the Adult Guardianship Act and must investigate, assess and intervene in all matters related to adult abuse, neglect and self-neglect. Social Workers work collaboratively with the Ministry of Children and Families in matters pertaining to child protection. As stated in the job description, this position requires current and active registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union HSA