Inpatient Casual Social Worker II
- Calgary, AB, Canada
- Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area, Canada
Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 26-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 0 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $42.14 Maximum Salary: $56.02 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable · Part-time
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- Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 26-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 0 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $42.14 Maximum Salary: $56.02 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
- Job type
- Part-time
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- Experience
- A minimum 1 year of post-degree (Social Work) experience working in an urban adult cancer care setting, palliative care, and outpatient care.
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
Your Opportunity:
The Oncology Social Work Team at the new Arthur J.E. Child Cancer Centre is seeking compassionate and experienced Social Workers II to join the team on a casual basis to support our inpatient services. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive and innovative program dedicated to helping patients and their loved ones navigate the emotional, practical, and social challenges associated with cancer. As a Social Worker II, you will play a key role in supporting patients and caregivers by addressing the social determinants of health and helping them access the resources and supports they need throughout their cancer journey. Key responsibilities include: Referral triage, screening, intake, resource counselling, and supportive counselling. Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to enhance the patient and family experience. Developing and facilitating psychoeducational groups. Participating in quality improvement initiatives, research, and service evaluation activities. Engaging in ongoing professional development and continuing education. Supporting the orientation and mentorship of new staff and students. Contributing to a collaborative team environment through strong communication, organization, and time management skills. Connecting patients and families with community-based resources. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care. Applicants must be available to work a minimum of two (2) weekdays per week. Regular work hours are scheduled between 8:00a.m. and 16:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.
Description:
As a Social Worker II, you will be a member of an inter-disciplinary team and provides a range of social work services to patients and their families. Your services may include: psychosocial assessment, resource-based interventions, individual, group and family treatment, risk screening, counselling, case management and coordination, transition or discharge planning, and prevention, promotion and public awareness activities.
Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta Classification: Social Worker II Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Psychosocial Oncology, Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 26-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 0 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $42.14 Maximum Salary: $56.02 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of bachelor's degree in Social Work. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) through Heart & Stroke Foundation. A minimum 1 year of post-degree (Social Work) experience working in an urban adult cancer care setting, palliative care, and outpatient care. In-depth knowledge of advance care planning, income security programs, housing, and support services. Experience providing supportive counseling. Experience with referral management and caseload prioritization. Experience supporting and facilitating family meetings. Experience providing trauma-informed, patient- and family-centred care to individuals and families coping with complex medical and psychosocial challenges. Demonstrated skills in assessment, intervention, system navigation and case management. Demonstrated dedication to professional development. Proficient with Microsoft Suite (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SharePoint)
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years' experience in an adult inpatient healthcare setting and 2 years' experience supporting adults with cancer. Completion of AHS Connect Care (Epic) training for Social Workers. Recent experience providing virtual care (telephone, Zoom, or Telehealth). Knowledge of Alberta community and financial resources, and supports related to grief, adjustment, and loss. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate effectively across healthcare teams and community organizations.
The Oncology Social Work Team at the new Arthur J.E. Child Cancer Centre is seeking compassionate and experienced Social Workers II to join the team on a casual basis to support our inpatient services. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive and innovative program dedicated to helping patients and their loved ones navigate the emotional, practical, and social challenges associated with cancer. As a Social Worker II, you will play a key role in supporting patients and caregivers by addressing the social determinants of health and helping them access the resources and supports they need throughout their cancer journey. Key responsibilities include: Referral triage, screening, intake, resource counselling, and supportive counselling. Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to enhance the patient and family experience. Developing and facilitating psychoeducational groups. Participating in quality improvement initiatives, research, and service evaluation activities. Engaging in ongoing professional development and continuing education. Supporting the orientation and mentorship of new staff and students. Contributing to a collaborative team environment through strong communication, organization, and time management skills. Connecting patients and families with community-based resources. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care. Applicants must be available to work a minimum of two (2) weekdays per week. Regular work hours are scheduled between 8:00a.m. and 16:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.
Description:
As a Social Worker II, you will be a member of an inter-disciplinary team and provides a range of social work services to patients and their families. Your services may include: psychosocial assessment, resource-based interventions, individual, group and family treatment, risk screening, counselling, case management and coordination, transition or discharge planning, and prevention, promotion and public awareness activities.
Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta Classification: Social Worker II Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Psychosocial Oncology, Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 26-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 0 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $42.14 Maximum Salary: $56.02 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of bachelor's degree in Social Work. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) through Heart & Stroke Foundation. A minimum 1 year of post-degree (Social Work) experience working in an urban adult cancer care setting, palliative care, and outpatient care. In-depth knowledge of advance care planning, income security programs, housing, and support services. Experience providing supportive counseling. Experience with referral management and caseload prioritization. Experience supporting and facilitating family meetings. Experience providing trauma-informed, patient- and family-centred care to individuals and families coping with complex medical and psychosocial challenges. Demonstrated skills in assessment, intervention, system navigation and case management. Demonstrated dedication to professional development. Proficient with Microsoft Suite (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SharePoint)
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years' experience in an adult inpatient healthcare setting and 2 years' experience supporting adults with cancer. Completion of AHS Connect Care (Epic) training for Social Workers. Recent experience providing virtual care (telephone, Zoom, or Telehealth). Knowledge of Alberta community and financial resources, and supports related to grief, adjustment, and loss. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate effectively across healthcare teams and community organizations.
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Responsibilities
Provide psychosocial assessment, counseling, resource-based interventions, case management, and care coordination for cancer patients and their families. Collaborate with healthcare teams, facilitate groups and family meetings, connect clients with community resources, and contribute to quality improvement, research, and staff mentorship.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Social Work, active or eligible registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers, and Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers are required. Applicants need at least one year of post-degree experience in an urban adult cancer care, palliative care, or outpatient setting, along with counseling, referral management, family support, and complex psychosocial care experience.
Skills
- Psychosocial Assessment
- Supportive Counseling
- Resource Counseling
- Referral Triage
- Risk Screening
- Case Management
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Family Meeting Facilitation
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- System Navigation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Psychoeducational Group Facilitation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Caseload Prioritization
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Social Work
- Psychosocial Oncology
- Cancer Care
- Inpatient Services
- Psychosocial Assessment
- Supportive Counseling
- Resource-Based Interventions
- Risk Screening
- Case Management
- Care Coordination
- Transition Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Advance Care Planning
- Palliative Care
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- Social Determinants of Health
- Family Meetings
- Community Resources
- Quality Improvement
- Research
- Service Evaluation
- Alberta College of Social Workers
- Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Connect Care
- Epic
- Virtual Care
- Grief and Loss