Social Worker II
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- Allied Health
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- COV00056449 Requisition #
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- 6 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
The Social Worker II provides a range of generalist Social Work services to patients and their families within the established standards, directives and policies for the work environment. These services are primarily clinical in nature and involve: comprehensive psychosocial assessment, resource-based interventions, risk screening, and counselling. Case management will include collaboration and coordination with medical staff, inter-professional team members and community agencies, and requires the ability to work independently with occasional review, consultation and evaluation from Unit Supervisor/Manager or manager designate. The Social Worker II must work independently, exercise a high degree of professional judgement and integrity and must be able to work effectively as part of an inter-professional team and commit to strengthening team dynamics by actively facilitating inter-professional collaboration to enhance patient health outcomes. All duties carried out by the Social Worker II are consistent with the policies and procedures of Covenant Health and guided by Covenant Health’s Mission, Vision and Values.
Description:
Description: The Social Worker II (SW) provides services to clients and families including psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, education, treatment, advocacy, resource finding, consultation, and discharge planning. The SW II is responsible for the provision of services in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Social Worker II
- Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
- Unit and Program: Integrated Access-Social Work
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 23-APR-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 01-JUN-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $42.14
- Maximum Salary: $56.02
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Social Work required. Active registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) required.
Additional Required Qualifications:Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills are required. Proven conflict resolution and strong communication skills are required. Must be able to work independently and within a team environment. Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills is required. Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive assessments to individuals within their physical and social environments is required. Must be able to cope with high levels of stress, fluctuating priorities, and time sensitive deadlines. Must be able to tolerate long periods of sitting or standing as well as repetitive movements. Must be able to participate in hands on psychosocial assessment of patients and families.
Preferred Qualifications:As required.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.