As a Social Worker I, you will be a member of a multi- disciplinary team that provides mental health services to individuals, families and/or groups at a community based facility. You will be responsible for the initial screening of patients by gathering and documenting client information, basic assessment and providing support to clients and their families' short-term needs. You will liaise with and refer clients to appropriate community and government services and support, along with participating in case conferences and team meetings.
- Classification: Social Worker
- Union: HSAA Prof/Tech
- Unit and Program: Corrections Healthcare
- Primary Location: Calgary Correctional Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 23-JUL-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 24-AUG-2026
- Temporary End Date: 27-MAR-2027
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 10
- Shifts per cycle: 50
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $35.79
- Maximum Salary: $47.53
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of diploma in Social Work. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience in accessing and coordinating housing programs is required. Proven experience working with marginalized populations is essential. The successful candidate will have a strong record of effective collaboration within interdisciplinary team settings. The candidate must demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, along with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with health care team members, patients and their families in a fast-paced environment. Sound professional judgement, initiative, and effective time management skills are essential
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in program development, and the ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with community partners are considered assets. Experience working in a healthcare environment is also an asset.
