Fredericton Social Worker 1 (SW01) PCN 1152054

Horizon Health Network; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health Network, Fredericton area, NB, invites applications for a Permanent Full Time Social Worker 1 (SW01) in Child and Adolescent Services. English essential with French (B1.2) required. 1 FTE on a Day schedule.

Salary hourly 35.59–48.40 CAD; start date November 9, 2026. Registration with NB Association of Social Workers is mandatory. The role focuses on delivering a full range of social work services within an interdisciplinary team, including assessment, treatment planning, crisis

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.

Responsibilities

• Assessing clients and developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Developing and facilitating 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

Professional registration

Job description

Fredericton Social Worker 1 (SW01) PCN 1152054

Location: Fredericton area (Horizon), _Social Worker - Fredericton Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 167516 External

Posted: October 22, 2026

Closes: November 4, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: November 9, 2026

Location: Child and Adolescent Services

Job Classification: Social Worker 1 (SW01)

Job Classification Type: SHCP

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential and spoken French (B1.2 / Intermediate +)

Salary: 35.5897 to 48.3956 per hour

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Social Worker - Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for:

• Assessing clients and developing and implementing treatment plans
• Developing and facilitating 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 (including schools and other populations/groups) and participating in capacity building initiatives

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:

• Communication
• Flexibility
• Group Facilitation
• Interpersonal Relations
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork and Collaboration

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.