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Mental Health Specialist

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Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a skilled Social Worker to join our team in the Schools Plus initiative. As a member of a school-based multidisciplinary team, you will provide mental health services to children and adolescents in designated schools. Your expertise will focus on early identification and intervention of mental health disorders, and you will work closely with clients, schools, and mental health services to ensure comprehensive care.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with a Master's degree in Social Work, current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers, and a minimum of two years' experience providing mental health services to preschoolers, children, and adolescents. Your knowledge of the DSM-IV-5 and ability to screen for, assess, and conceptualize common childhood mental health disorders is essential. You should also have experience in crisis and suicide risk assessment and intervention, as well as the ability to assess family functioning and implement family-based interventions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide mental health services to children and adolescents in designated schools
  • Work closely with clients, schools, and mental health services to ensure comprehensive care
  • Screen for, assess, and conceptualize common childhood mental health disorders
  • Assess family functioning and implement family-based interventions
  • Participate in crisis and suicide risk assessment and intervention
What We Offer

Nova Scotia Health offers a competitive salary of $49.04 per hour, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage. You will also have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about providing high-quality care.