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- Employment type
- Full-time, Temporary
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Apply by
- Oct 14, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 38 hours per week
Job summary
This position works with an interdisciplinary team to provide psycho-social support to acute care patients and their families. The social worker will assist patients in navigating the healthcare system and advocate on behalf of clients and their caregivers.
Job details
Position #: 9014536 Expected Start Date: November 23, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Royal University Hospital City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Social Work Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: November 23, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Standby Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966 Travel Required: No Job Description: This Social Work position will work with acute care patients/families, in the hospital or outpatient setting. This position works with an Interdisciplinary team of professionals to support patients and the families, as they navigate the healthcare system. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Preference will be given to candidates with medical social work experience Education * Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Knowledge and Abilities * Skilled in psycho-social assessment and the ability to work with individuals * Knowledge in the SHA, community resources and applicable programming * Ability to work independently * Ability to advocate on behalf of clients, caregivers /extended family members. Other Information * HSAS seniority in the SHA will be considered under the selection criteria * Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW) 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.
What you’ll do
This position works with an interdisciplinary team to provide psycho-social support to acute care patients and their families. The social worker will assist patients in navigating the healthcare system and advocate on behalf of clients and their caregivers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and be registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW). Preference is given to those with prior medical social work experience.
Listed skills
- interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
- case management · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Psycho-social assessment
- Acute care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Healthcare system navigation
- Community resources
- Case management
- Independent work
- Advocacy
- Cultural Responsiveness
- Acute Care
- Reconciliation
- Social Work
- Medical Social Work
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Social Services
- Government & Public Sector
- Social Worker
- Family / School / General Social Worker
- Social Work and Counselling Professionals
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers
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