Social Worker II

Your Opportunity:

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. The Stelmach Community Health Centre is the newest part of Covenant Health, which opened Fall 2025. It provides a wide range of services including outpatient clinics, doctors’ offices, diagnostic imaging and other wellness supports. It’s the first step in building a larger campus that will eventually include housing, shops and social services—all designed to bring care and community together in one place. If you’re looking for rewarding opportunities to support those with complex needs, you will find purpose here. Our team provides comprehensive interdisciplinary assessments, individualized care and treatment to support each patient’s journey with mental health and overall quality of life. We are looking for people who can work well in team settings, adapt communication styles to meet changing needs and adopt a patient-centered approach. Your experience makes a real difference in supporting holistic patient care, helping others reclaim a sense of self and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta! This position will primarily work out of Stelmach Community Health Centre and complete outreach work which may include meeting patients at a public library, community recreation centre, patient home, etc.

Description:

Description: The Social Worker II (SW) provides services to clients and families including psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, education, treatment, advocacy, resource finding, consultation, and discharge planning. The SW II is responsible for the provision of services in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.

• Classification:
Social Worker II
• Union:
COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program:
Community Geriatric Psychiatry
• Primary Location:
Lakewood Community Health Ctr.
• Location Details:
As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
Not Applicable
• FTE:
1.00
• Posting End Date:
09-NOV-2026
• Employee Class:
Regular Full Time
• Date Available:
30-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift:
7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
4
• Shifts per cycle:
20
• Shift Pattern:
Days
• Days Off:
As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary:
$42.14
• Maximum Salary:
$56.02
• Vehicle Requirement:
Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Social Work required. Active registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) required.

At least two years’ experience providing care to seniors in the community with mental health and addictions diagnosis. The ability to provide a range of Social Work supports to clients and families, including comprehensive psychosocial assessment, financial assessment, resource-based interventions, and risk screening. Familiarity with a variety of Income Support programs, housing options, and transportation options relevant to seniors in the community. Familiarity with decision-making supports and how to apply for these supports. Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt communication style to meet varying needs. Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to liaise with community agencies and advocate for client needs. Good organizational and conflict resolution skills required. Excellent time management skills. Ability to be proactive with independent learning needs and up to date with current competencies. BLS training required. The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to complete outreach work with clients in the community. The job duties may require the staff member to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time and ability to lift, push, or carry a variety of equipment. Must be able to don and doff PPE as clinically indicated while providing direct client care.

Trainings/certificates in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, LOCUS, SPRAM, Behvioural Safety - VAST, Trauma and Violence Informed Care, and Connect Care are preferred. Authorization to Perform Restricted Psychosocial Intervention through Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) is an asset.