Social Worker Degree

Position #: 9010069

Expected Start Date: April 13, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Outpatient Cardiology Services

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.3

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 17 shifts of 4 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Reporting directly to the Manager, The Social Worker – BSW has

responsibility for professional psychosocial assessment and counselling with

clients and families who are managing social and emotional impacts associated

with the complexities of various cardiac diagnoses, including, but not limited

to, heart failure, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation. The Social

Worker – BSW provides services as a member of a multidisciplinary team, working

collaboratively with the care team, community groups, agencies and other

professionals within the community.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

* Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Knowledge and Abilities

* Ability to work cooperatively in an integrated interdisciplinary team

* Systems Theory/Family Systems Theory

* Knowledge of assessment, triage, treatment and case management.

* Providing services to patients/families using a variety of treatment

modalities

* Extensive knowledge of Saskatchewan based services supporting cardiac

patients

* Strong interpersonal skills

* Knowledge in principles of patient and family centered care

* Makes independent clinical judgment based on evidence based best practice

* Ability to work with a variety of individuals presenting with complex issues

* Demonstrated knowledge in the area of assessment and referral coordination

* Expert knowledge and advanced skill in a variety of treatment modalities

* Knowledge in various counselling modalities

* Knowledge of the population health approach and social determinants of health

* Demonstrated experience and expertise in recognized social work methodologies

* Committment to self evaluation, professional development and ongoing self

care

* Strong initiative and independent judgement to solve complex problems

* Demonstrates knowledge of community services, programs, and resources

* Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.

* Knowledge of local and provincial resources and agencies

* Demonstrates the ability to participate in development of programs/resources

* Excellent management, leadership, organizational and decision making skills

* Prevention strategies for population groups identified as at risk

Other Information

* Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers

(SASW)

* 1–2 years of medical social work experience is preferred; candidates with

relevant medical social work experience will be considered.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan,

employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The

Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated

quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof

of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of

the position.  By submitting your application, you consent to your application

history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable

hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being

interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the

interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable

sector search.

> We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For

> everyone.

> We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and

> culturally responsive workforce.

> We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

> We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan

> as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note:  Only applications that include all required documentation will be

considered.