Role overview

Description

Position #: 9003116

Expected Start Date:August 14, 2026

Union:HSAS

Facility:Saskatoon City Hospital

City/Town:Saskatoon

Department:Social Work

Type:Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date:August 13, 2027

FTE:0.75

Shift Information:Days

Number of Hours per Rotation:28 shifts of 7 hours per 6 weeks

Relief:No

Float:No

Hours of Work:Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966

Travel Required:No

Job Description:The Social Worker – BSW, reporting directly to the Social Worker – BSW – Senior, has responsibility for professional psychosocial assessment and counselling with clients and families who are managing social and emotional impacts associated with physical illness. The Social Worker – BSW receives clinical supervision and administrative direction from the Manager and/or designate. The Social Worker – BSW is a competent clinical practitioner assisting individuals, families and groups. They offer a professional working relationship, including an understanding of the social work role, of a conceptual model of practice, and of the SHA philosophy, objectives and policies. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption:No

Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with medical social work experience

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Competencies

Advanced - Decision making skills
Advanced - Communication skills
Basic - Computer skills
Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to build and maintain effective relationships/partnerships
Knowledge in the SHA, community resources and applicable programming
Ability to advocate on behalf of clients
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge of local and provincial resources and agencies
Skilled in psycho-social assessment and the ability to work with individuals
Ability to apply learn knowledge and concepts in the health care environment
Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
Knowledge of Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers Standards in Healthcare

Other Information

Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
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