Job Description

Close Date
Sep. 26 2025
Location
Royal Jubilee Hospital - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time
8:30- 16:30
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. 29 2025
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Jun. 19 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

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 Experience
Bachelor 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 Abilities

• Ability 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.

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Additional information for applicants
Currently this bachelor and/or masters degree of social work position is located on Clinical Teaching and general medical unit at the Royal Jubilee Hospital and also provides "buddy coverage" for short leaves to other social workers at either Royal Jubilee . Social Workers work in team-based care on a inter-professional health care team and work with a variety of clients and their families on complex discharge planning to return clients to their home communities or alternate levels of care. Social workers provide supportive counselling, assist clients in housing, financial and other resource applications or referrals to support them back in the community. Previous experience working in acute care will be an asset. All social workers are Designated Responders under the Adult Guardianship Act and must investigate, assess and intervene in all matters related to Adult Abuse, neglect or Self-Neglect. Social workers work collaboratively with the Ministry of Children and Families in matters related to child protection. Social workers must be registered with the British Columbia College of Social Workers to practice in hospital social work.

Skills Required