Health Care Social Worker (Masters)

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Sydney; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority in Sydney, Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, seeks a Social Worker to deliver psychosocial assessments, crisis counselling, discharge planning and case management within a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a Master of Social Work, current registrations with the Nova Scotia Association of Social Workers and Canadian Association of Social Workers, and two years of clinical experience. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work Degree from an accredited university.
• Current registration and membership in the Nova Scotia Association of Social Workers and Canadian Association of Social Workers.
• Two (2) years clinical experience as a Registered Social Worker required.
• Strong counselling and communication skills.
• Capacity to achieve a high degree of autonomous practice.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team context.
• Knowledge of issues related to family violence, sexual abuse, addictions, grief and loss, end of life, disability, crisis intervention, caregiving and continuum of care and intervention skills that come from knowledge of theoretical frameworks/approaches to practice.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while effectively planning, organizing, and supervising.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility.
• Must be able to work alone or with team members in all service settings.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Skills

Counselling

Communication

Autonomous practice

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Master of Social Work

Job description

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Req ID: 227241
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: OPEZ Oncology Social Work CBR
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: UNIFORHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 13-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Health Care Social Workers provide a diverse range of interventions to clients and their families, enabling them to achieve their optimal level of functioning and health. These interventions include: psychosocial assessments, adjustment therapy, supportive therapy, crisis counselling, resource counselling, and discharge planning and case management.

Health Care Social Workers are actively involved in advocacy, education, program planning, consultation and collaboration on behalf of individuals/groups within the institution and community. The role is multifaceted and dynamic, requiring each Social Worker to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams. The Health Care Social Worker is a licensed professional who practices in accordance with a set of National/Provincial Standards and Code of Ethics and Department Procedures, Policies and Standards.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Master of Social Work Degree from an accredited university
• Current registration and membership in the Nova Scotia Association of Social Workers and Canadian Association of Social Workers
• Two (2) years clinical experience as a Registered Social Worker required
• Strong counselling and communication skills
• Capacity to achieve a high degree of autonomous practice
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team context
• Knowledge of issues related to family violence, sexual abuse, addictions, grief and loss, end of life, disability, crisis intervention, caregiving and continuum of care and intervention skills that come from knowledge of theoretical frameworks/approaches to practice
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while effectively planning, organizing, and supervising
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility
• Must be able to work alone or with team members in all service settings
• Access to reliable transportation
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$40.18 - $55.49 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.

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.

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