Join Our Team as a Social Work Assistant at St. Paul’s Hospital

Are you a compassionate, detail-oriented Social Work Assistant ready to make a difference? At St. Paul’s Hospital, we are seeking a skilled professional to join our Renal Program team, supporting patients across a variety of clinics and program areas. This role involves providing services both in person and virtually, working closely with Social Workers and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive the support they need.

As a Social Work Assistant, you will:

• Assist clients and families in navigating external resources, including community services, benefits, and housing.

• Offer practical support with transportation, finances, and other needs related to their care journey.

• Escort patients to important community appointments and coordinate logistics to support safe care transitions.

• Keep accurate, up-to-date information on community agencies, services, and resources, ensuring patients have access to relevant supports.

• Help facilitate smooth admission and discharge planning by coordinating with care teams and external partners.

In this role, you’ll work in a collaborative environment that values your contributions, fosters learning and growth, and supports innovative approaches to patient care. At Providence Health Care, we are committed to building a healthier community by delivering compassionate, high-quality services.

If you’re ready to grow your career in a dynamic, patient-centered environment, apply today and help us make a difference at St. Paul’s Hospital!

Education Completion of a recognized Social Service Worker or Social Service Diploma Program, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with others.

• Physical ability to carry out all duties of the role.

• Proven ability to prioritize and organize work efficiently.

• Competency in operating related equipment and technology.

• A competitive salary: This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $30.96 per hour.

• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their careers and offer opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will represent the most innovative approach to delivering integrated care in B.C. and across Canada. Designed to meet the future health needs of patients, families, and communities, it will span hospital care, primary care, and community health solutions—continuing our legacy of leadership in care, research, and teaching. The new hospital is expected to open in 2027.

• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity, and interdependence of all individuals. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

Your Day to Day 

• Collaborates with Social Workers on delegated tasks from psychosocial assessments.

• Provides follow-up psychosocial support during patient admissions and discharges, including sharing resources, completing forms, and arranging transportation.

• Helps patients apply for housing, income, transportation, and community supports by providing information and ensuring applications are completed.

• Assists with practical tasks like filling out forms, writing letters, obtaining consents, arranging transportation, and mailing applications.

• Maintains and updates supplies of forms and resource information on community services.

• Develops resource materials for patients and families on services and supports.

• Supports patient goal-setting and helps resolve issues in a collaborative manner.

• Completes reports and updates records on assistance provided.

• Provides guidance to practicum students.

• Follows health and safety procedures.

• Performs other related duties as needed.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.