Health Care Social Worker B (BSW) - Access & Flow

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

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Nova Scotia seeks a Health Care Social Worker to deliver collaborative, holistic care. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and registration with the relevant college, along with clinical experience. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, focusing on family-centered approaches in mental health care.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Long-term disability insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• 2 years post BSW related clinical experience is required.
• Familiarity with evidence-based treatment for severe mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide collaborative, holistic care on the primary to quaternary care continuum.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments.

Skills

Client-/family-centered approach

Communication skills

Time management

Group facilitation

Knowledge of community resources

Competencies in other languages (French preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers

Job description

Overview

Req ID: 190099

Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Department: OPWZ Social Work YRH
Type of Employment: Permanent, Hourly FT (100%) x 1
CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our team provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our province. We believe there is a place here for everyone to call home. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you’ll have time to explore, discover, and participate in the Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us at www.novascotia.com to learn more.

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 focus on 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 guide the engagement, assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation process. Social Workers build upon the strengths of patients/clients by focusing on existing coping strategies, 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
• Two (2) years post BSW related clinical experience
• Knowledge and understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
• Previous experience working in adult community mental health preferred
• Demonstrated ability to use a client-/family-centered approach
• Familiarity with evidence-based treatment approaches for 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 is an asset
• Time management and disciplined self-organization
• Ability to collaborate with community partners
• Competencies in other languages are 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
• Travel to other sites may be required

Compensation and Benefits

$36.58 - $47.35 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.

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. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status should seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement prior to accepting the position.

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.