At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide therapeutic counselling and support for patients in a collaborative healthcare environment.
- Company: Join a community-focused Primary Care Network dedicated to well-being and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, wellness programs, work-life balance, and student loan forgiveness opportunities.
- Other info: Work in beautiful Castlegar, surrounded by nature and a vibrant community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a supportive and dynamic workplace.
- Qualifications: Registered Social Worker with experience in clinical counselling and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
We are hiring a relief, part-time (0.90 FTE) registered Social Worker for Castlegar’s Primary Care Network.
Days of work: Monday to Friday
Shift times: 08:30 to 16:30
Hours and days of work and work location are subject to change.
What We Offer: We provide a comprehensive, competitive, and people-focused employment package, emphasizing wellness, growth, work-life balance, and long-term stability. Locations that qualify for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness.
About This Position: This position will provide coverage until May 2028 or the return of the incumbent. This role supports multiple clinics and duties including a key role in Adult Guardianship cases. As part of the Primary Care Network model, you will be integrated into a collaborative environment that is committed to community wellbeing and guided by respect, patience, and strong support for both patients and staff. The clinic provides family medicine and community-based health services to individuals and families within Castlegar and the surrounding region.
In this role, you provide comprehensive therapeutic clinical counselling services to patients and families within the assigned clinical specialty area. You conduct thorough social work and psychosocial assessments using a variety of modalities, following professional standards as well as clinical policies and practices. You educate and offer consultation to patients, families, and healthcare professionals. You will offer leadership to the interdisciplinary team by contributing to care planning, ensuring the effective use of patient resources.
This position participates on local committees and planning bodies to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery, enhance patient care, and reduce gaps within the community. You develop, coordinate, and deliver in-services, presentations, psychoeducational sessions, and support groups. You also initiate, design, and carry out research activities in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Access to a personal vehicle may be required.
About Us: We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.
About this location: Castlegar is a family-friendly small city in the West Kootenay region of B.C., located where the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers meet, offering a beautiful mountain landscape and abundant outdoor recreation. With a population just over 8,300, it serves as a regional hub for trade, transportation, and community services. The community blends natural beauty with cultural richness, shaped by the Sinixt Peoples, whose heritage remains influential today. Residents enjoy access to hiking, skiing, water activities, and a vibrant arts and cultural scene. Castlegar is also home to Selkirk College and a regional airport, contributing to a balanced lifestyle with both amenities and small-town charm.
Social Worker in Castlegar employer: Interior Health Authority
Interior Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes meaningful change in healthcare while offering a flexible work environment across the beautiful Interior Health region. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive training, competitive remuneration, and a supportive work-life balance, making it an ideal place for professionals passionate about quality improvement and patient care. Join us and be part of a collaborative culture that values innovation and inclusivity, where your contributions can truly make a difference.
