Social Worker II

Hours: 37.5 bi-weekly (Other Shift; Days)

Salary: CG42 (CAD44.64 - CAD55.25 per hour which includes any negotiated wage adjustment and/or supplement as applicable)

Competition Number: VAC0025803

Posted Date: 2026-06-12

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Job Summary
This position is responsible for the provision of comprehensive social work services to Long Term Care residents and clients at the U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St Lawrence. Specific duties include assessment, counselling and coordination of admission/discharge, consultation, and assisting in the development of special programs. The Social Worker will also direct, supervise and mentor social work students. In performing these duties, the Social Worker will work as part of an interdisciplinary team.

This position reports to the Regional Manager of Allied Health and maintains accountability to the Social Work Professional Practice Consultant for integrity and professional practice issues.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Work demands do not result in considerable fatigue requiring periods of rest.
Occasionally, there is lifting or physical strength required (i.e. lifting or moving objects more than 50 lbs. such as moving clients in wheelchairs, helping clients with personal needs and carrying equipment).
Regularly sits to consult with clients, conduct therapeutic sessions, and to work on the computer.
Occasionally works in awkward or cramped body positions.
Pushes, pulls and sets up furniture for group work.
Fine finger/precision work is required for computer work.
Visual concentration is required to observe facial and body expressions/language, behavior, physical appearance in order to interpret, integrate these observations into meaningful information. It is also required when reviewing client files or notes and for documenting work.
Auditory concentration is required to listen attentively to the client and family members, to be alert to obtain and interpret information correctly, and to listen for tone, voice and the level of volume in their communications in order to detect distress/urgency.
A higher-than-normal level of attentiveness and carefulness is required when assessing clients, especially those who may be at a high risk, in order to ensure safety for all.
Lack of control over the work pace, and time pressures can occur. It is often challenging to balance client and non-client responsibilities.

Job Qualifications
Graduation with a Bachelor of Social Work degree from a recognized university program is required.
Registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Social Workers is required.
Previous social work experience preferably in a health care setting.
Knowledge of and experience in working with geriatric clients and utilizing community resources.
Sound analytical, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.