Baptist Housing Seniors Living·Kelowna, British Columbia
Provide psychosocial support, counselling, and advocacy for seniors and their families within a multidisciplinary care team. Lead resident councils and collaborate with community agencies to ensure holistic, person-centered care.
Social Worker Sun Pointe Village | Kelowna, British Columbia | Temporary Part-Time (15 hours/week) The Opportunity At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a Social Worker at Sun Pointe Village, you’ll be a valued member of a multidisciplinary care team, advocating for residents, supporting families, and contributing to a compassionate environment where each person is treated with dignity and respect.
*This position is 15 hours per week, typically worked over two days (Tuesdays and Thursdays), with shifts from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. In this role, you’ll support the psychosocial needs of residents while fostering a collaborative, wellness-focused environment. You’ll provide counselling, advocacy, and care planning support to ensure each resident receives holistic, person-centered care. Key Responsibilities Resident & Family Support Assess resident psychosocial needs and contribute to individualized care plans. Provide adjustment counselling, one-to-one visits, crisis intervention, and emotional support. Facilitate Resident Care Conferences and support residents and families during transitions, including move-in, transfer, or end-of-service planning. Assist residents and families in navigating financial or material assistance programs as needed. Program Leadership Model and promote Baptist Housing’s Wellness Model of Care. Facilitate resident and family councils, support groups, and educational sessions. Provide leadership as a member of the Administrative Team, supporting residence-wide initiatives. Participate in policy review and revision, quality improvement, and data collection activities. Collaboration & Advocacy Work closely with residents, families, team members, and community agencies such as Community Care, the Public Guardian and Trustee, and disease-specific organizations. Collaborate with other social workers across the Kelowna region to support consistency and workload relief. Health, Safety & Professional Practice Promote a safe and healthy workplace, identifying hazards and supporting safe practices. Integrate evidence-based research into practice and maintain awareness of legislative and program changes. Maintain strict confidentiality and professional ethics in all interactions. Sun Pointe Village is located in the heart of Kelowna’s Rutland community, an inviting residential neighborhood with convenient access to services, parks, and amenities.
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) required; Master of Social Work (MSW) preferred. The candidate must be registered in good standing with the BC College of Social Workers. Minimum one year of experience providing services to seniors, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. You possess a robust understanding of gerontology and the psychosocial requirements of older adults. About You You are a compassionate, resident-centered professional who builds trust with ease. You bring: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strengths in counselling, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution. A collaborative spirit rooted in Servant Leadership. Strong documentation, assessment, and problem-solving abilities. Confidence working independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to supporting residents with empathy, dignity, and respect. You model Baptist Housing’s values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, Teamwork, Fun, and Servant Leadership in all that you do. Compensation & Benefits This position is compensated under the HSP Master Collective Agreement, with a wage range of $42.27 – $52.81 per hour. Additional benefits may include: Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits Retirement savings contributions Paid vacation Our Promise to You At Baptist Housing, you’ll be part of a compassionate and collaborative team where you can bring your whole self to work. Together, we create communities where seniors—and those who support them—can truly thrive. Why Work at Baptist Housing? Meaningful Work Make a real difference in the lives of seniors every day. Supportive Community Work in a team that values connection, respect, and collaboration. Recognition & Growth We invest in your development and celebrate your contributions.
Market context
In British Columbia, Social Worker roles are commonly tied to health, mental health, child and family, palliative, and rehabilitation services, so demand often reflects ongoing community and care-system needs. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for full BC College registration, a BSW, and recent related experience, with post-degree specialization often preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your registration status and match your experience to the service area before applying.
