Social Worker, MSW, General Social Work – BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Title: Social Worker, MSW, General Social Work – BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Company: BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Job Type: FlexTime, FullTime, Holidays, Weekdays

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Description:

A job posting for a Social Worker, MSW, General Social Work position at BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre in Vancouver, BC. The responsibilities include conducting psycho-social assessments, providing counseling and support to patients and families, facilitating discharge planning, and establishing collaborative relationships with various individuals and groups. The qualifications required are a Master's Degree in Social Work, one year of relevant experience, current registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers, and knowledge of Indigenous-specific racism and systemic racism.

Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work

Minimum of one year of recent, related experience

Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers

Comprehensive knowledge of historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples

Demonstrated knowledge of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BCW contexts

Core Competencies:

Understanding of Indigenous specific racism and systemic racism

Knowledge of social, economic, political, and historical realities of settler colonialism

Skills & Knowledge:

Comprehensive knowledge of Social Work theory and practice

Demonstrated ability to conduct and document a comprehensive psychosocial assessment

Knowledge of child protection issues and relevant legislation

Commitment to personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism

What We Bring:

PHSA offers professional development opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, remote work options, and access to WorkPerks discount program. The job type is Temporary, Full-Time with a wage range of $42.27 - $52.81/hour. The location is at 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 3N1. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

What We Do:

BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns, and families through services, research, and education. PHSA values include Respect, Compassion, Innovation, Partnerships, and Service. Learn more about PHSA and their programs at jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services.

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Title: Social Worker, MSW, General Social Work &#8211; BC Women’s Hospital &#038; Health Centre
Company: BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Social Worker, MSW, General Social Work BC Women's Hospital &amp; Health Centre

Vancouver, BC

What You'll Do

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and family assessments by methods such as interviewing the patient and family, obtaining relevant information, gathering social data regarding the patient and family and formulation of assessment and plan of intervention, in accordance with professional practice standards and clinical policies.
 Support patients and their families by understanding the nature and treatment of the presenting issues by providing education, shortterm counseling, and crisis intervention to families and other relevant caregivers.
 Provide comprehensive clinical counseling to women, children and their families by focusing on their social, emotional and cultural needs, including adjustment to diagnosis and treatment decisions, loss of functioning, and dealing with emotional and family crises in the context of evidencebased care.
 Support women and their families by organizing and facilitating psychoeducational, counseling and bereavement groups for partners and their families.
 Facilitate complex discharge planning with the team, patient, family and community agencies by coordinating regular meetings to ensure psychosocial followup.
 Establish and maintain effective collaborative and constructive liaison relationships with a variety of individuals and groups, including patients and families, community providers, MCFD social workers, schools, hospitals and other agencies, in order to coordinate services across the continuum of health care.

Qualifications What you bring

A Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work.
 Minimum of one (1) year of recent, related experience with patients and families with a health condition relevant to the service/program area within BC Women's Hospital &amp; Health Centre including clinical skills in crisis intervention, assessment, shortterm counseling, individual, group and family counseling
 Experience in mental health, child protection, women's issues, intimate partner violence, harm reduction model and grief and loss in a health care or hospital setting; or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
 Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.
 Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenousspecific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equitydeserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in antiracism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
 Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BCW contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth &amp; Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women &amp; Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Antiracism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system.

Core Competencies

Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging. Embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility into all aspects of work. This means creating an environment where Indigenous patients feel respected, valued, and understood. Foster trust through respectful communication, active listening, and honoring equitydeserving people's perspectives on health and wellness. Commit to ongoing education and training on Indigenous health issues, cultural safety, and DEI principles. Participate in workshops, cultural immersion experiences, and continuous professional development to stay informed and responsive to equitydeserving groups. Provide patientcentred care that respects Indigenous ways of knowing and healing, respects BIPOC experiences and world views ensuring that care plans are culturally relevant and holistic.
 Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenousspecific antiracism, antiracism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

Skills &amp; Knowledge

Comprehensive knowledge of Social Work theory and practice.
 Demonstrated ability to conduct and document a comprehensive psychosocial assessment.
 Demonstrated ability to provide individual, family and group counseling.
 Knowledge of the psychosocial needs of women and families with health and/or mental health conditions.
 Knowledge of and experience with women centered care.
 Knowledge of child protection issues and relevant legislation concerning children, consents and FOIPPA.
 Knowledge of formalized agreements between C&amp;W and MCFD relevant to child protection protocols and other formal agreements with community agencies.
 Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenousspecific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
 Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settlercolonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equitydeserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of healthonhealth outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth &amp; Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women &amp; Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, AntiRacism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.

What We Bring Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too  offering health, wellness, development programs to support you  at work and at home.

Join one of BC's largest employers with provincewide programs, services and operations  offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
 Access to professional development opportunities through our 2,000 inhouse courses including a range of experience level, professionspecific, or other essential training on Indigenous Cultural Safety; Indigenousspecific antiracism; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility, mental health and wellbeing, and more.
 Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health &amp; safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
 Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
 PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
 Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Temporary, FullTime (until April 16, 2027)

Wage: $42.27  $52.81/hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 3N1

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday  Friday (alternate Friday's off); 08001653 hours

Requisition # 194644E

What We Do BC Women's Hospital &amp; Health Centre (BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.

BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and costeffective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people  Be compassionate  Dare to innovate  Cultivate partnerships  Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programsandservices

PHSA and BCW are committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA's North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenousspecific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment &amp; Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

Indigenousspecific antiracism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rightsbased approach, recognizing the inherent rights and selfdetermination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth &amp; Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women &amp; Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.

Attention Current Employees Of PHSA You must apply via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca . The internal job posting expires on February 16, 2026 and will no longer be accessible. If the internal job posting has expired, please email internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca with the sixdigit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant. Please do not apply for the external job posting. If you have not yet set up an internal profile, please email internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca with your PHSA employee ID number to obtain your temporary password. Our business hours are MondayFriday 8:30am4:30pm, excluding Statutory Holidays and a Help Desk Representative will respond to you with 12 business days.

If you are not a current employee of PHSA and require assistance with your application, please contact the External Careers team at careers@phsa.ca .

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