Clinical Social Worker for Youth Services

3 weeks ago


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

Reporting to the Manager of Child and Adolescent Services within the Mental Health and Addictions department, the Social Worker is responsible for providing assessment and therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents up to the age of 19 who are experiencing mental health challenges or concurrent disorders. This role is situated within a multidisciplinary team that includes professionals from psychology, social work, psychiatry, addiction therapy, and behavioral intervention. Services are delivered in various settings, including outpatient clinics, educational institutions, and community outreach programs. The Social Worker will engage in individual, family, and group therapy sessions, and may also oversee the work of case managers and behavioral interventionists.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team member who adapts to the evolving needs of clients and the service. They will be adept at creating and delivering evidence-based educational presentations on mental health topics to clients, families, and colleagues. Participation in grand rounds presentations is a requirement of this position. Flexibility in scheduling, including evening and daytime hours, as well as travel, is expected.

Qualifications

We invite applications from individuals who possess the following qualifications:

  • A Master's degree in Social Work with a focus on clinical or mental health practice (or an equivalent degree with substantial coursework in mental health disorders and treatment).
  • Registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
  • A minimum of two years of clinical experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health environments, with a focus on independent assessment and treatment of adult mental health disorders.
  • Proficiency in assessment, intervention (individual, family, and group), and research methodologies.
  • Specialized knowledge in acute and chronic mental illnesses and concurrent disorders.
  • Familiarity with evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and risk assessment techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct mental health assessments, diagnoses, and evidence-based treatments utilizing the DSM-5 framework.
  • Working knowledge of psychotropic medications.
  • Understanding of substance use, abuse, and dependency issues.
  • Awareness of professional standards and ethical guidelines.
  • Ability to connect clients with community resources.
  • Strong client-centered approach and the ability to establish effective client-practitioner relationships.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and innovation.
  • Dedication to fostering a culture of safety, ethical practices, and organizational well-being.
  • Proficiency in additional languages is an asset, with French being preferred.

Please ensure your resume is comprehensive and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Work Schedule
  • Permanent Full-Time Position; 75 hours biweekly.
Compensation and Benefits

The hourly wage ranges from $37.31 to $49.05.

Successful candidates may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance, along with a defined benefit pension plan.



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