Health Care Social Worker

16 hours ago


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

We are seeking a skilled Health Care Social Worker to join our team at Nova Scotia Health Authority. In this role, you will be responsible for facilitating intake for Mental Health and Addictions services, utilizing appropriate screening tools, risk assessment, clinical triage and disposition, brief supportive counselling and psychoeducation, consultation, and information sharing.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in social work, with experience working with individuals with Mental Health and/or substance use/gambling concerns. They will possess high degree of motivational interviewing skills and engagement techniques, as well as experience utilizing screening and triaging tools. Knowledge of harm reduction strategies and stages of change theory is also an asset.

The Health Care Social Worker will work closely with community resources and Mental Health & Addictions teams to ensure the best care for clients. They will also be responsible for building working relationships, assisting with problem solving and supporting individuals while they learn to self-navigate the health care system.

About You
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work is required
  • Registration with Nova Scotia College of Social Workers required
  • Two years of related experience in Mental Health and Addictions in a health care setting
  • Experience working with individuals with Mental Health and/or substance use/gambling concerns
  • High degree of motivational interviewing skills and engagement techniques
  • Experience utilizing screening and triaging tools
  • Knowledge of harm reduction strategies and stages of change theory
  • Demonstrated awareness of community resources and programs and community development methods
  • Demonstrated knowledge of recovery-oriented practice & patient and family-centered care
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Mental Health First Aid an asset, or committing to complete these courses
  • Working knowledge of DSM
  • Ability to navigate and de-escalate situations and offer crisis support using appropriate methods when needed
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cultural sensitivity and cultural competency
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Hours
  • Full-Time Long Assignment; 75 hours biweekly
  • Assignment Length Approximately 12 months
  • Hours may include some evenings until 8pm and holidays
Compensation and Benefits

$42.89 hourly



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