Social Worker

Close Date
Nov. 13 2026
Location
Youth Short Term Assessment and Response - Victoria (VFDS) - Victoria, BC V8W 2B6 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
Yes
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time
0800-1912
Days Off
Rotating
Vacancy Type
Regular FT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$44.85 - $56.02
Paid FTE
1.0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
75
Planned Start Date
Nov. 23 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Pending Return of Incumbent
No
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
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient 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.
Under the direction of the Coordinator, and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing client-centered care, the Social Worker provides assessment, intervention, consultation and referral for services to clients and their caregiver/families where social, economic, emotional or psychological circumstances present barriers to care and an optimum level of function
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Bachelor of Social Work degree from a recognized university. Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers. Post-degree preparation in care for the seriously and persistently mentally ill and/or significant substance use (concurrent disorders), such as psychosocial rehabilitation, chronic mental illnesses, treatment of major mental illnesses and psychiatric treatment strategies; familiarity with and working knowledge of applicable legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act; familiarity with and working knowledge of various community based health and human services; and two (2) years' recent, related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
Determine and deal with emergent situations.
Meet deadlines.
Organize, prioritize and coordinate workload.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff and other health care providers.
Work as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team.
Problem solve.
Resolve conflict.
Foster good public relations.
Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
Keyboard at 30 wpm.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1681.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Health Science Professionals
Affiliation/Union
BCGEU

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