Social Worker
Sun Pointe Village | Kelowna, British Columbia | Part Time
The Opportunity
At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors
experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can
experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment
where support for you is prioritized. As our Social Worker at Sun Pointe
Village, you will be a vital member of our multidisciplinary care team,
advocating for residents, supporting families, and contributing to a caring
environment where each person is treated with dignity and respect.
About The Role
*This opportunity is two days per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) with a scheduled
shift of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
In this part-time role, you will support the psychosocial needs of residents
while fostering a positive, collaborative, and wellness-focused culture at Sun
Pointe Village. You will provide leadership in counselling, advocacy, care
planning, and family support, ensuring each resident receives person-centred,
holistic 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.
- Assist residents and families in navigating financial or
material assistance programs as needed.
Program Leadership
- Model and promote Baptist Housing’s 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, identifying hazards and supporting safe
practices.
- Integrate evidence-based research into practice and maintain awareness of
legislative and program changes.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and professional ethics in all interactions.
Sun Pointe Village is located in the heart of Kelowna’s Rutland community, an
inviting residential neighbourhood with convenient access to services, parks,
and amenities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) required; Master of Social Work (MSW)
preferred.
- The candidate must be registered in good standing with the BC College of
Social Workers.
- Minimum one year of experience providing services to seniors, or an
equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- You possess a robust understanding of gerontology and the psychosocial
requirements of older adults.
About You
You are a compassionate, resident-centred professional 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 Housing’s values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect, Innovation,
Stewardship, Teamwork, Fun, and Servant Leadership in all that you do.
Compensation & Benefits
This position is compensated according to the HSP Master Collective Agreement,
with a wage range of $42.56 – $52.96 per hour
Compensation includes:
- Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits
- Retirement savings plan contributions
- Paid vacation
Baptist Housing Careers
Our Promise to You!
At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors
experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can
experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment
where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means becoming a
part of a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and
relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work,
knowing that your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our
values are what set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in
the lives of our residents.
Why Work at Baptist Housing?
Meaningful Service: Your work matters! You can make a real impact on the lives
of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful.
Supportive & Fun Community: We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive,
safe, and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
Recognition & Appreciation: Experience appreciation events and receive
recognition awards through our team programs
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