Health Care Social Worker B

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 215865Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Hospital Department: MHA Central Intake ServicesType of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 18-Feb-26Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.About the OpportunityReporting to the Provincial Manager - Intake Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Program, the Health Care Social Worker position is responsible for facilitation of intake for MHA services. This is a provincial centralized telephone access service for Mental Health and Addictions Intake in Nova Scotia. This includes the utilization of appropriate screening tools, risk assessment, clinical triage and disposition, brief supportive counselling and psychoeducation, consultation, and information sharing. The Health Care Social Worker is responsible for facilitation of access into and out of Mental Health & Addiction. The Health Care Social Worker will build working relationships, assist with problem solving and support individuals while they learn to self-navigate the health care system. The Health Care Social Worker reduces barriers that prevent clients from getting treatment/support by identifying client needs and directing them to sources of support. The Health Care Social Worker will provide support and referral to ancillary support services for individuals needing assistance for their mental health and/or substance use/gambling. The Health Care Social Worker will act as a liaison between community resources and MHA and will remain knowledgeable of community resources, as well as Mental Health & Addictions teams and resources to ensure the best care.About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:Bachelor's degree in Social Work is requiredRegistration with Nova Scotia College of Social Workers requiredThree years of related licensed experience in Mental Health and Addictions in a health care settingExperience working with individuals with Mental Health and/or substance use/gambling concernsHigh degree of motivational interviewing skills and engagement techniquesExperience utilizing screening and triaging toolsKnowledge of harm reduction strategies and stages of change theoryDemonstrated awareness of community resources and programs and community development methodsDemonstrated knowledge of recovery-oriented practice & patient and family-centered careNon-Violent Crisis Intervention, Mental Health First Aid an asset, or committing to complete these coursesWorking knowledge of DSMAbility to navigate and de-escalate situations and offer crisis support using appropriate methods when neededDemonstrated knowledge of cultural sensitivity and cultural competencyCompetencies in other languages an asset, French preferredPlease ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.HoursTemporary, Full Time position; 75 Hours Bi Weekly Approximately 18 MonthsDates are subject to change Hours may include some evenings and holidays until 8pmCompensation and BenefitsHealthcare Social Worker B$36.58 - $48.53 HourlyHealthcare Social Worker A (Developmental) $34.80 - $44.38 hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. (Permanent Long Assignments Only)Once You've AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. ​This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.​Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.