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Social Worker Degree Senior

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March 30 2025
Expected expiry date: April 7 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Regina, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 49286
  • Job Category Ambulatory and Outpatient Care
  • Posting Date 03/30/2025, 12:00 AM
  • Locations Regina Centre Crossing
  • Apply Before 04/07/2025, 12:00 AM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 9003219 (V49054)

Expected Start Date: April 14, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Regina Centre Crossing

City/Town: Regina

Department: Breast Health Centre - Regina

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW Senior $37.949 to $46.403

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Reporting to the Manager of the Breast Health Centre (BHC) and Surgical Pathways, the Senior Social Worker is responsible for providing psychosocial consultation, clinical assessment, clinical intervention, and counseling services to patients and families. This position actively participates in department education programs and is expected to adopt the interdisciplinary model that defines the department and participate in a manner that embraces this model. The BHC will provide a co-location of services specifically supporting individuals with suspected or confirmed breast cancer with interventional and diagnostic mammography and ultrasound, consultation with surgeons, patient education, rehabilitation, support, and navigation.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in medical social work.
  • Three (3) years of supervised counseling experience preferred.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in social work.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Demonstrated experience and expertise in recognized social work methodologies (e.g., counseling, group work, community development).
  • Knowledge of community, social, and healthcare programs within the province.
  • Communication skills for presenting complex information, including written documentation and verbal presentations.
  • Ability to plan and deliver education programs to patients, the public, and other healthcare workers.
  • Initiative and independent judgment to solve complex problems.
  • Human relations skills for conducting in-depth counseling and developing short- or long-term goals for patients in emotionally charged situations.
  • Emphasizes patient, client, and employee safety as a critical aspect of quality healthcare.

Other Information

  • Membership with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers
  • Provides input into departmental and divisional planning.
  • Participates in addressing unmet needs and gaps in services.
  • Attends meetings and serves on committees as required.
  • For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
  • HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.
  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.
  • Please submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.