Health Care Social Worker B (BSW)

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Travel coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Health Care Social Worker (BSW) for Mental Health & Addictions. The role supports psychosocial care within a multi-disciplinary team, focusing on biopsychosocial assessments, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and family-centered approaches.

Licensing and experience with DSM are required or preferred. Permanent full-time position in Central Zone, with a weekly 75-hour biweekly schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a recognized university.
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
• 2 years post graduate related clinical experience required.
• Knowledge of DSM (Diagnostic & Statistical Manual).
• Experience with MHA-related concerns is preferred.
• Client-/family-centered approach and group facilitation skills.

Skills

Biopsychosocial assessments

Group facilitation

Motivational interviewing

Harm reduction

Stages of change

Collaborative care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers

Job description

Health Care Social Worker B (BSW) - Mental Health & Addictions

Req ID: 228568
Location: Central Zone, Abbie J. Lane Memorial Building - QEII
Department: MHA CZ Social Work Acute Care ABJL
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEUHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 6-Nov-26

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.

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 graduate related clinical experience required
• Knowledge and understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)
• Previous experience working with clients with MHA's concerns preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of various treatment theories and practice of harmful involvement, harm reduction, motivational interviewing and stages of change
• Knowledge of the field of addiction and addiction related programming and treatment
• Demonstrated ability to use a client-/family-centered approach
• Demonstrated experience with group facilitation
• Ability to complete biopsychosocial assessments
• Awareness of local community resources and agencies would be considered an asset
• Demonstrated comfort and skills working collaboratively with community partners
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Minimum two (2) years of experience required. If not available, candidates with less than two (2) years of experience may be considered for the selection process. If offered employment, they will be placed on the Health Care Social Worker (Developmental) scale.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$36.58 - $47.35 hourly

$50.23 hourly with 25 years' experience

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.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank 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.
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.

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