Mental Health Community Outreach Specialist

2 weeks ago


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

As a Community Outreach Worker with Nova Scotia Health, you will play a vital role in providing clinical services to adults and their families affected by mental and substance use disorders. Working in both clinic and community settings, you will provide a range of services including screening, assessment, brief intervention, case management/navigation, individual and group treatment. Your expertise will be essential in navigating, advocating, and coordinating resources and services within Mental Health and Addictions and the community.

About You

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate individual with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers. You will have a minimum of one year of clinical experience in Mental Health & Addictions, with skills in screening and risk assessment, including Suicide Risk Assessment. Your working knowledge of DSM and ability to implement evidence-based plans of care will be invaluable. You will also possess excellent assessment skills, the ability to navigate and de-escalate situations, and offer crisis support. Group facilitation skills and the ability to use motivational interviewing skills are also essential. Competencies in other languages, particularly French, are an asset.

What We Offer

Nova Scotia Health offers a competitive salary range of $33.30 - $42.06 hourly, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, and a defined benefit pension plan. As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, with a focus on excellence in health, healing, and learning.



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