Social Worker, Mental Health

We're Hiring:
Social Worker (Contracted or Employee Part-Time – 22.5 Hours/Week)
Location: South Surrey Long Term Care and Convalescent Care
Department: Administration – Home Operations
Reports To: Site Leader or Designate

Park Place Seniors Living is seeking a compassionate and skilled Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team in supporting both convalescent care and long-term care Residents. This part-time role offers 22.5 hours per week and is ideal for professionals passionate about enhancing quality of life through social, emotional, and spiritual support.

As a Social Worker, you will:

• Lead Resident Move-In processes and provide transitional support to Residents and families.
• Develop and monitor programs that meet the social, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs of Residents.
• Coordinate with health services and community resources to support Resident autonomy and well-being.
• Advocate for Residents and contribute to individualized care planning.
• Lead the ethics program and support quality improvement initiatives, including annual surveys.

• Conduct assessments and document social histories, progress notes, and care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and leadership meetings.
• Assist families with decision-making resources (e.g., guardianship, personal directives).
• Coordinate and participate in MDS data entry and Resident Assessment Protocols.
• Plan and conduct Memorial Services in collaboration with the Recreation Department.
• Promote and uphold Park Place’s “culture of safety” and health and safety policies.

• Baccalaureate Degree in Social Work or equivalent from an accredited institution (preferred).
• Recent experience in social work, ideally in elder care or long-term care settings.
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

At Park Place, we are committed to Resident safety and a “culture of safety.” You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values professionalism, empathy, and excellence in care.