Emergency Dept Social Worker – Halifax Health Care

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Halifax is looking for a Health Care Social Worker. This role requires a Master's degree in social work and clinical experience. The Social Worker will provide various interventions to clients and their families, working within a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication and counselling skills are essential, along with knowledge of community resources and issues related to family violence and crisis intervention. Competitive hourly compensation ranges from $40.18 to $54.14.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience as a clinical Social Worker required.
• Knowledge of family dynamics and behaviour change.
• Capacity for high degree of autonomous practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments and supportive therapy.
• Enable clients to achieve optimal health levels.
• Consult on behalf of individuals/groups within the community.

Skills

Counselling

Communication skills

Knowledge of human behaviour

Teamwork

Crisis intervention

Competency in French

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Registered with the NSCSW

Job description

A leading health service provider in Halifax is looking for a Health Care Social Worker. This role requires a Master's degree in social work and clinical experience. The Social Worker will provide various interventions to clients and their families, working within a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication and counselling skills are essential, along with knowledge of community resources and issues related to family violence and crisis intervention. Competitive hourly compensation ranges from $40.18 to $54.14.