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Perinatal Social Worker

2 months ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada IWK Health Centre Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Perinatal Social Worker to join our team at IWK Health Centre. As a member of our interprofessional team, you will provide social work services and family-centered care within the Women's & Newborn Health Program.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide situational mental health support, crisis intervention, psychosocial support, discharge planning, and resource counseling to individuals and families experiencing physical, mental, or social complexities in pregnancy.
  • Work collaboratively with internal and external partnerships to facilitate resource acquisition and advocacy for clients' needs.
  • Supervise clinical MSW student placements, teach, and participate in program development, evaluation, and research as needed.
Requirements
  • Masters Degree in Social Work required.
  • Current license or eligibility for licensure as a Registered Social Worker with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) required.
  • Minimum of two years related professional experience as a Masters prepared Social Worker preferred.
About IWK Health Centre

IWK Health Centre is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults, and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners at sites across Nova Scotia.

We recognize each other's talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values, and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families, and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.