Campbell River Mental Health & Addiction Services (CRMHAS) - Campbell River, BC V9W 2C6 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:00-18:30

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$44.85 - $56.02

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Sep. 21 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Dec. 1 2026

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Skilled Registration

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Coordinator, and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing client-centered care, the Social Worker provides assessment, intervention, consultation and referral for services to clients and their caregiver/families where social, economic, emotional or psychological circumstances present barriers to care and an optimum level of function

Travel may be a requirement of this position.



Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Bachelor of Social Work degree from a recognized university. Current full registration with the BC College of Social Workers. Post-degree preparation in care for the seriously and persistently mentally ill and/or significant substance use (concurrent disorders), such as psychosocial rehabilitation, chronic mental illnesses, treatment of major mental illnesses and psychiatric treatment strategies; familiarity with and working knowledge of applicable legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act; familiarity with and working knowledge of various community based health and human services; and two (2) years' recent, related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

- Determine and deal with emergent situations.
- Organize, prioritize and coordinate workload.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff and other health care providers.
- Work as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team.
- Foster good public relations.
- Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
- Keyboard at 30 wpm.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

📌 Social Worker (Campbell River)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
📍 Campbell River