Fredericton Social Worker 1 (SW01) PCN 1151595

Horizon Health Network; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health Network in New Brunswick is seeking a Social Worker specialized in Addictions and Mental Health to join an interdisciplinary team. You will assess clients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate services to support individuals, families and communities.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, documentation, and collaboration with professionals across settings; applicants must be registered with NB Association of Social Workers and demonstrate a strong client-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Must be registered and in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

Responsibilities

• Assessing clients and developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Developing and facililating therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups.
• Coordinating services and advocating for clients.
• Providing emergency/crisis intervention/stabilization services.
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning.
• Maintaining clinical records and documentation.
• Building relationships with critical stakeholders in government and the community.
• Responding to community needs and participating in capacity building initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Group Facilitation

Interpersonal Relations

Mentorship

Patient/Client Focus

Problem Solving

Teamwork and Collaboration

Job description

Job Purpose

The Social Worker - Addictions and Mental Health, is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team to provide a full range of social work services to clients, their families and communities.

Job Purpose

The Social Worker - Addictions and Mental Health, is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team to provide a full range of social work services to clients, their families and communities.

Qualifications

• Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessing clients and developing and implementing treatment plans
• Developing and facililating therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups
• Coordinating services and advocating for clients
• Providing emergency/crisis intervention/stabilization services
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
• Maintaining clinical records and documentationBuilding relationships with critical stakeholders in government and the community
• Responding to community needs (including schools and other populations/groups) and participating in capacity building initiatives

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon’s Terms of Employment: http://skyline/EmploymentBenefits/Pages/Terms-of-your-Employment-.aspx

Competencies Identified By Horizon Health Network

• Communication
• Flexibility
• Group Facilitation
• Interpersonal Relations
• Mentorship
• Patient/Client Focus
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork and Collaboration

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.