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Social Worker | Acute Care

@ Interior Health Authority

Trail, British Columbia

Per diem2+ years experience
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Overview

Interior Health Authority is hiring a casual per diem registered social worker for acute care at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, BC. The role provides psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, counselling, and discharge planning across ER, ICU, medical, surgical, pediatrics, and psychiatry. Shifts are Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30, on an as-needed basis, and the posting notes eligibility for Canada Student Loan forgiveness.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention
  • Counsel patients and families through illness and hospitalization
  • Lead discharge planning and connect patients to community resources
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited university
  • Two years recent healthcare experience with medically complex clients
  • Full registration with the BC College of Social Workers
  • Valid BC driver's licence

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Health insurance
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Employer posting date
2026-09-21
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingHospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsBCCSW registration
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studySocial Work
Perks mentionedWellness

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Interior Health Authority

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Full company description

With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient manner, to the highest professional and quality standards. Our uniqueness is in who we are and where we are. Our geographical location offers the choice of an active urban lifestyle or quiet rural setting. Whether you’re in clinical care, management, or in a supporting role, your impact will be felt. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence makes Interior Health the right choice for you. We thrive as a direct result of state-of-the-art equipment, forwarding thinking and strong leadership. We are here for your whole life from career choices to family benefits to work/life balance. At Interior Health there is always room to grow.

LinkedIn followers
44,807
People associated on LinkedIn
10,028
Reported office locations
  • 505 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 0C5, CA
Other recorded names
  • Interior Health Authority
Specialties
  • Health Care
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With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersKelowna, British Columbia
Organization typeNonprofit
Year founded2001
SpecialtiesHealth Care
Open jobs on Jobsy1,353
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Job description
Position Summary
We are seeking interest from BCCSW registered Social Workers to join us at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital for a Casual employment opening.

Days of Work: Monday to Friday (varies as needed)
Shift times: 08:30 to 16:30

What we offer:
We provide a comprehensive, competitive, and people focused employment package, emphasizing wellness, growth, work–life balance, and long term stability.

Locations that qualify for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness.

About the position:
Casual shifts are available five days a week, on an as needed basis. Orientation will be with Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital acute care (i.e. ER, ICU, Medical, Surgical, Pediatrics, Psychiatry).

Social workers have a vital role in supporting patients and families through complex health and life challenges. You’ll provide psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, counselling, and advocacy to help individuals navigate illness, hospitalization, and recovery. Working as part of interdisciplinary teams, Interior Health Social Workers collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to develop patient-centred care plans that address both medical and social needs. You’ll assist with discharge planning, connecting patients to community resources, housing supports, financial assistance programs, and home care services to promote safe transitions from hospital to home. Through compassionate, culturally safe, and client-centred practice, you’ll help improve health outcomes and quality of life for the diverse populations served throughout the Trail area.

Whether you’re advancing your career or looking to make a meaningful impact in your community, Interior Health offers the flexibility, support, and opportunities you need to thrive. Come join a team that cares about you as much as the people we serve.

Qualfications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university. Two years recent related experience in a healthcare setting working with medically complex clients with concurrent disorders, or a combination of education, training and experience. Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers. Current valid BC driver’s license.

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