Provide social work services as a member of the interdisciplinary team to incorporate psychosocial elements of a health condition into client and family health care planning needs. Promote effective coping and adaptation to challenges brought on by illness and hospitalization to support clients’ optimal functioning and health. Assess and plan for safe return to community within the patient’s home and/or other levels of care. Perform duties according to established standards and procedures of the Social Work Department and policies of the Northern Health Authority
Requirements summary
Master's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work and/or University.
Registered with the BC College of Social Workers.
One year of clinical experience as a Social Worker in a hospital or health care setting working with an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to conduct social and psychosocial assessments.
Ability to provide therapeutic crisis intervention as needed.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of emotional and mental health issues related to illness, injury and hospitalization.
Knowledge of cultural needs and special practice considerations for patients from rural/remote northern communities.
Knowledge of community resources and referral process.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and government policies (Health Care Consent Adult, Adult Guardian legislation, Patient Property Act).
Basic computer literacy.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
Master's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work and/or UniversityCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingBasic computer literacyAdjust priorities according to situational needs in a changing fast paced environmentConduct social and psychosocial assessmentsProvide therapeutic crisis interventionWork collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary teamDeal effectively with conflict situationsEstablish rapport and maintain positive working relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and community agenciesRespond to crisis situations and provide brief therapeutic interventionsKnowledge and understanding of emotional and mental health issues related to illness, injury and hospitalizationKnowledge of cultural needs and special practice considerations for patients from rural/remote northern communitiesKnowledge of other health disciplines and their role in healthcareKnowledge of community resources and referral processKnowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures related to clients
Job description
Position Summary
Are you a registered Social Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Social Work department. Reporting to the Chief Social Worker, the Social Worker provides services as a member of the Interdisciplinary team to import the psychosocial elements of a health condition for the client and family to their health care planning needs. They promote effective coping and adaptation to the challenges brought on by illness/hospitalization to work towards the clients’ optimal functioning and health. The Social Worker assesses and plans for safe return to community within the patients’ home and/or other levels of care. The Social Worker’s duties are performed according to established standards and procedures of the Social Work Department and policies of the Northern Health Authority. Shift Rotation/Hours of work:: Days - 08:00 to 16:00, Rotating Qualfications
Master's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work and/or University.
Registered with the BC College of Social Workers.
One year of clinical experience as a Social Worker in a hospital or health care setting working with an interdisciplinary team. Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to adjust priorities according to situational needs in a changing fast paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to conduct social and psychosocial assessments.
Demonstrated ability to make appropriate assessments in situations where patients/families are under stress; ability to provide therapeutic crisis intervention as needed.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict situations.
Demonstrated ability to establish rapport; develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with patients, families, professional colleagues, and representatives of community agencies.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, families, team members, other groups, and community agency personnel.
Demonstrated ability to respond to crisis situations and provide brief therapeutic interventions to patients and their families.
Knowledge and understanding of emotional and mental health issues related to illness, injury and hospitalization.
Benefits
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
Employee referral program with attractive incentives
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Comprehensive benefits including extended health and dental
Municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees
Casual employees have option of paying for benefits
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions
Broad knowledge of cultural needs and special practice considerations for patients from rural/remote northern communities.
Broad knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in healthcare; and of community resources and referral process to access.
Broad knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to the client including: Health Care Consent Adult, Adult Guardian legislation, Patient Property Act,
Basic Computer literacy.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Where you will be working: Facility: Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC) UHNBC is growing, with the new Acute Care Tower estimated to open in winter 2031. This major expansion will bring state-of-the-art care to Northern BC. By joining our team in Prince George now, you’ll position yourself to work in one of the most advanced acute care environments in the province. To learn more, visit Let’s Talk UHNBC Acute Care Tower.
Community
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George More about Northern Health Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC. What Northern Health Has to Offer You! Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being.
Here’s what we provide:
Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions. Important Application Information Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
Program certificates or diplomas.
High school, college, or university transcripts.
Cover letter and resume (recommended). International Applicants Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our
Northern
Health
Careers page: Information for international applicants
