Job Description

Close Date
Dec. 12 2025
Location
Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA
Victoria General Hospital (VGH) - Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
Yes
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time
8:00 to 16:30
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
Jan. 5 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Dec. 15 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

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.

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Additional information for applicants
Currently, this temporary full time registered social work position is located at the Victoria General Hospital on the Neo-Natal Intensive Care unit, the Postpartum unit and the Pregnancy Support and planning team. Social workers work in team based care. Specifically 1. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - supporting parents who have an infant in a health crisis. 2. the Pregnancy Support and Planning Team working with clients who are socially high risk related to addiction, mental health, low income, domestic violence, and homelessness. 3. Postpartum unit - supporting parents who have experienced a loss of greater than 20 weeks old ; Services include brief supportive counselling in all areas identified and in particular grief, loss, trauma adjusting to a health diagnosis; providing resource allocation and referrals. Support with all financial, equipment and housing applications is required in daily work tasks with clients. Social workers work collaboratively with the Ministry of Children and Families in all matters related to Child Protection. All acute care social workers are Designated Responders under the Adult Guardianship Act in response to reports of Adult abuse, neglect or self-neglect and must investigate, assess and intervene. Social Workers must be registered with the B.C College of Social Workers to practice in hospitals.

Skills Required