Health Care Social Worker

2 weeks ago

Springhill, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join our team at Nova Scotia Health Authority. As a Social Worker in our healthcare setting, you will play a vital role in providing collaborative, holistic care to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to identify patients' strengths and needs
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans to address patients' psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive care
  • Provide education and support to patients and their families on mental health and addiction issues
  • Develop and maintain relationships with community partners to enhance access to resources and services
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a recognized university
  • Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW)
  • 2 years post BSW-related clinical experience required
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)
  • Previous experience working with clients with mental health concerns preferred
  • Demonstrated knowledge of various treatment theories and practice of harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and stages of change
  • Knowledge of the field of addiction and addiction-related programming and treatment
  • Demonstrated ability to use a client-/family-centered approach
  • Demonstrated experience with group facilitation
  • Ability to complete biopsychosocial assessments
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Awareness of local community resources and agencies would be considered an asset
  • Valid Nova Scotia Driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
  • Ability to demonstrate effective time management and disciplined self-organization
  • Demonstrated comfort and skills working collaboratively with community partners
What We Offer
  • Competitive hourly rate: $33.80 - $42.68
  • Benefits package including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
  • Defined benefit pension plan

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