Social Worker (Kelowna)

Social Worker (Kelowna)

05 Aug
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Baptist Housing Seniors Living
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Kelowna

05 Aug

Baptist Housing Seniors Living

Kelowna

Social Worker Sun Pointe Village | Kelowna, British Columbia | Temporary Part time (15 hours/week) The Opportunity At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities.

As a Social Worker at Sun Pointe Village, youll be a valued member of a multidisciplinary care team, advocating for residents, supporting families, and contributing to a compassionate environment where each person is treated with dignity and respect.

About The Role *This position is 15 hours per week, typically worked over two days (Tuesdays and Thursdays), with shifts from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In this role, youll support the psychosocial needs of residents while fostering a collaborative, wellness-focused environment.

Youll provide counselling, advocacy, and care planning support to ensure each resident receives holistic, person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities Resident & Family Support Assess resident psychosocial needs and contribute to individualized care plans.

Provide adjustment counselling, one-to-one visits, crisis intervention, and emotional support.

Facilitate Resident Care Conferences and support residents and families during transitions, including move-in, transfer, or end-of-service planning.

Assistresidents and families in navigating financial or materialassistanceprograms as needed.

Program Leadership Model and promote Baptist Housings

Wellness Model of Care.

Facilitate resident and family councils, support groups, and educational sessions.

Provide leadership as a member of the Administrative Team, supporting residence-wide initiatives.





Participate in policy review and revision, quality improvement, and data collection activities.

Collaboration & Advocacy Work closely with residents, families, team members, and community agencies such as Community Care, the Public Guardian and Trustee, and disease-specific organizations.

Collaborate with other social workers across the Kelowna region to support consistency and workload relief.

Health, Safety & Professional Practice Promote a safe and healthy workplace,identifyinghazardsand supporting safe practices.

Integrate evidence-based research into practice andmaintainawareness of legislative and program changes.

Maintain strict confidentiality and professional ethics in all interactions.

Sun Pointe Villageis located inthe heart of Kelownas Rutland community, an inviting residentialneighborhoodwith convenient access to services, parks, and amenities.

Requirements Bachelors Degree in Social Work(BSW)required; Master of Social Work (MSW) preferred.

The candidate must be registered in good standing with theBC College of Social Workers.

Minimum one year of experience providing services to seniors, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.





Youpossessa robust understanding of gerontology and the psychosocial requirements of older adults.

About You You are a compassionate, resident-centeredprofessional who builds trust with ease.

You bring: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strengths in counselling, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution. A collaborative spirit rooted in Servant Leadership.

Strong documentation, assessment, and problem-solving abilities.

Confidence working independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to supporting residents with empathy, dignity, and respect.

You model Baptist Housings values of

Compassion, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, Teamwork, Fun, and Servant Leadershipin all that you do.

Compensation & Benefits This position is compensated under the HSP Master Collective Agreement, with a wage range of $42.27 $52.81 per hour .

Additional benefits may include: Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits Retirement savings contributions Paid vacation Our Promise to You At Baptist Housing, youll be part of a compassionate and collaborative team where you can bring your whole self to work.

Together, we create communities where seniorsand those who support themcan truly thrive.

Why Work at Baptist Housing? Meaningful Work Make a real difference in the lives of seniors every day.

Supportive Community Work in a team that values connection, respect, and collaboration.

Recognition & Growth We invest in your development and celebrate your contributions.

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