Health Care Social Worker B

3 weeks ago

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

The Health Care Social Worker is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team providing collaborative, holistic care on the primary to quaternary care continuum. Social Workers are primarily concerned with the relationships between people and their environments, which are integral to psychosocial, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. The social determinants of health are embedded in social work theory and practice and are the focus for the dynamic and interactive process of engagement, assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Social Workers build upon the strengths of patients/clients by focusing on existing coping strategies and problem-solving skills, past successes, and personal resources.

Some travel will be required for this position.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

•Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a recognized university
•Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
•2 years' post BSW related clinical experience required
•Knowledge and understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM )
•Previous experience working in adult community mental health preferred
•Demonstrated ability to use a client-/family-centered approach
•Familiarity with various evidence-based treatment approaches for use with people with severe and persistent mental illness. such as Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Motivational Interviewing
•Demonstrated experience with group facilitation
•Ability to complete biopsychosocial assessments
•Excellent communication skills
•Awareness of local community resources and agencies would be considered an asset
•Valid Nova Scotia Driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
•Ability to demonstrate effective time management and disciplined self-organization
•Demonstrated comfort and skills working collaboratively with community partners
•Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours
  • Permanent Full -time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
  • Shifts may include evenings, weekend and holidays
Compensation and Incentives

$33.96 - $42.89 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.

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