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Antigonish County, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Social Worker to join our team at the Nova Scotia Health Authority. As a Social Worker in our Inpatient Units, you will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide a wide range of clinical services to individuals, including:

  • Screening and assessment
  • Individual counseling and treatment planning
  • Discharge planning and crisis intervention
  • Group programming and case management/navigation
  • Consultation and collaboration with healthcare teams

You will need to be knowledgeable and highly skilled in the utilization of harm reduction, recovery models, and the psychosocial rehabilitation model (PSR). A strong understanding of community resources and programs, as well as community development methods, is also essential.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Work (NSCSW). You will have a minimum of two years' experience in a clinical setting, preferably working with individuals with substance use/gambling concerns and/or mental health. A high degree of proficiency in screening and risk assessment skills, including suicide risk assessment, is also required.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships
  • Knowledge of harm reduction strategies and stages of change theory
  • Experience with brief intervention strategies, solution-focused approaches, and motivational interviewing skills
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed care approach and social determinants of health
  • Demonstrated knowledge of recovery-oriented practice and patient- and family-centered care

A working knowledge of the DSM and experience in utilizing screening and triaging tools is also an asset. Competencies in other languages, particularly French, are also an asset.

Hours

This is a casual relief position, and you will be required to work evening and weekend hours as needed.

Compensation and Incentives

The hourly rate for this position is $33.97 - $42.68.