Social worker jobs in Canada (735 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 735
Employers: 218

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $44.71Across 100 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $60,070Across 11 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%1 listing
Hybrid: 6%47 listings
On-site: 93%687 listings

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (53), Vancouver Coastal Health (50), Fraser Health (36).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Social worker jobs in Canada

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Social Worker BSW
Cornwall Community Hospital
Cornwall, ON
- Part-time
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Social Worker II
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Covenant Health is recruiting a Social Worker II to join the Emergency Department (ED) Clinical Triage Team as part of an exciting one-year pilot focused on improving timely access to care,…
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Social Worker II
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Covenant Health is recruiting a Social Worker II to join the Emergency Department (ED) Clinical Triage Team as part of an exciting one-year pilot focused on improving timely access to care,…
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Social Worker II
Alberta Health Services
Brooks, AB
- Full-time
This Social Worker II position provides quality social work services within the health care setting, in-home care and supportive living sites. This position provides front-line services to…
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Social Worker II
Alberta Health Services
AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- Part-time
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Social Worker MSW – Allied Health #585-26
Brightshores Health System
Owen Sound, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Manager, the Social Worker works with the interdisciplinary team to develop a plan of care. The Social Worker conducts a bio-psycho-social assessment, applies social work…
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Social Worker BSW
Cornwall Community Hospital
Cornwall, ON
- Part-time
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Jordan's Principle - Social Worker
St.Amant
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
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Social Worker - Early Psychosis Intervention
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Temporary
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in the Early Psychosis Intervention team at Goldcorp Centre for Mental Health in Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker - Adult Protection Clinical Lead (P2BE)
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $50.19 to $62.69 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Mental Health and Addictions team at Raven Song Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC. Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker - Case Manager
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at the Richmond Community Health Services team in Richmond, BC! Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Transgender Services team at the Three Bridges Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC. Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Temporary
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Robert and Lily Lee Family Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker - Adult Protection Clinical Lead (P2BE)
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Mental Health and Addictions team at Raven Song Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC. Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker - Early Psychosis Intervention
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in the Early Psychosis Intervention team at Goldcorp Centre for Mental Health in Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker Degree
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966
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Indigenous Ed - Indigenous Social Worker Limited Duration Position
School District 57 (Prince George)
Prince George, BC
- Contract
The Indigenous Education Department is seeking applications for the 1.0 Limited Duration Contract position-Indigenous Social Worker
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Family & Social Support Practitioner (Social Worker)
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $50.19 to $62.69 CAD / hour
- Temporary
Come work as a Family & Social Support Practitioner (Social Worker) at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Raven Song Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker - Mental Health & Substance Use
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Mental Health Geriatric team in Richmond, BC. Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker
Vancouver Coastal Health
Sechelt, BC
- $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Mental Health Central Intake team in Sechelt, BC! Apply now to join the team!
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Social worker - M.S.W.- Allied Health (GEN)
Scarborough Health Network
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
- Full-time
Job Number: JR107607 Job Title: Social worker - M.S.W.- Allied Health (GEN) Union: OPSEU Union: OPSEU Job Category: Paramedical Hospital Location: General Site Job Type: Temporary (Fixed…
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Social Worker - Mental Health & Substance Use
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, BC
- Full-time
Come work as a Social Worker with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Mental Health Geriatric team in Richmond, BC. Apply now to join the team!
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Social Worker
YMCA of Greater Toronto
ON
- Full-time
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Social Worker BSW
Cornwall Community Hospital
Cornwall, ON
- Part-time
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Social Worker (BSW)
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time

NorQuest College

Social Worker

Edmonton, AB, T5J 1L6, Canada

SALARY: AUPE Band Level 9 | Advisor III | $74,085 - $96,200 annually reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience.

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Pay: SALARY: AUPE Band Level 9 | Advisor III | $74,085 - $96,200 annually reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience.
Apply by: Nov 12, 2026
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of related experience; experience in a post-secondary environment is considered an asset.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original job description

COMPETITION NUMBER: 1924
CLOSING DATE: November 11, 2026 @ 11:59 PM ABT

WELLNESS - STUDENT SERVICES

Reporting to the Manager of Wellness, the Social Worker performs needs assessments both in person and virtually to identify barriers to student success and respond through the provision of information, support, and community referrals. This role works closely with students to address basic living needs, settlement concerns, mental health challenges, and other factors that may impact academic success and overall wellbeing.

Working collaboratively with internal service areas, community agencies, and members of the Student Health and Wellness team, the Social Worker supports students through individualized wellness planning, crisis intervention, resource navigation, and coordinated care. The role also delivers culturally sensitive presentations, workshops, and resource fairs, promotes student wellness, and maintains ethical Social Work standards while supporting NorQuest's commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Anti-Racism, and Decolonial Indigenization.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to identify barriers to student success, including financial insecurity, housing instability, cultural and settlement challenges, healthcare access, and family-related concerns.
Develop individualized wellness and support plans that align with students' goals and identified needs.
Provide information, support, and referrals to community resources including healthcare services, housing programs, financial assistance, child and family supports, recreation programs, and culturally relevant organizations.
Liaise with internal supports and external agencies to ensure students have access to appropriate services and resources.
Provide psychosocial interventions, short-term crisis support, stabilization services, and drop-in crisis intervention for students experiencing mental health barriers or crisis situations.
Conduct student assessments, including suicide risk and other risk assessments, and make appropriate recommendations for support, treatment, and risk management.
Support students as a case worker when needed by connecting them with internal and external resources and services.
Plan and deliver presentations, workshops, orientation sessions, classroom presentations, and resource fairs that address common student needs and increase awareness of available supports.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, community agencies, and external partners to support integrated and culturally responsive student care.
Maintain accurate and confidential records while participating in wellness initiatives, department projects, student support activities, and continuous improvement efforts.

WHAT YOU BRING

Bachelor of Social Work.
Registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW); Telehealth Training Certificate is considered an asset.
Minimum 3-5 years of related experience; experience in a post-secondary environment is considered an asset.
Experience conducting needs assessments, providing mental health crisis support, psychosocial interventions, and telehealth services.
Experience developing and delivering resources, presentations, workshops, and educational programming.
Experience working in multidisciplinary environments and establishing relationships with community agencies and referral networks.
Strong critical thinking, analytical, communication, organization, and technology skills, with experience supporting individuals experiencing acculturation challenges, mental health concerns, and sexual violence.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you:

Assess daily living needs, mental health concerns, and barriers to student success while developing appropriate support plans and recommendations.
Conduct histories, intake processes, needs assessments, suicide risk assessments, and safety planning activities to support student wellbeing.
Identify opportunities to engage students with college services, community resources, and wellness supports.
Develop, implement, evaluate, and update case plans while monitoring student progress and responding to changing needs.
Provide consistent support and guidance to students, faculty, and staff on social work, wellness, and mental health concerns.
Collaborate effectively with psychologists, nurses, wellness professionals, faculty, community agencies, and CARE team members to provide integrated support.
Build and maintain community partnerships and referral networks that enhance student access to resources and services.
Exercise sound judgment while working independently within professional standards, ethical guidelines, College policies, and social work best practices.

SALARY: AUPE Band Level 9 | Advisor III | $74,085 - $96,200 annually reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time, permanent position with the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is required they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

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Responsibilities

The Social Worker conducts comprehensive needs assessments and provides individualized wellness planning, crisis intervention, and resource navigation for students. They also collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver workshops and support services that address barriers to academic success.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Social Work and be registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers. A minimum of 3-5 years of related experience in conducting assessments and providing mental health support is required.

Skills

Needs assessment
Mental health support
Crisis intervention
Case management
Psychosocial intervention
Resource navigation
Wellness planning
Risk assessment
Suicide risk assessment
Workshop facilitation
Community referrals
Critical thinking
Analytical skills
Communication
Collaboration
Technology skills

Benefits

Flexible work options

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Keywords

Social Worker
Student Services
Wellness
Needs Assessment
Crisis Intervention
Case Management
Mental Health
Psychosocial Intervention
Resource Navigation
Risk Assessment
Safety Planning
Workshop Facilitation
Community Partnerships
Referral Networks
Alberta College of Social Workers
ACSW
Telehealth
Post-secondary
Justice
Equity
Diversity
Inclusion
Anti-Racism
Decolonial Indigenization
Student Health
Academic Success
Collaboration
Case Worker
AUPE
NorQuest College

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