Health Care Social Worker (Masters) - Trauma Program

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health in Halifax is seeking a Health Care Social Worker to join the Trauma Program on a long assignment. The role involves psychosocial assessments, crisis counseling, discharge planning, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to support patients and families.

This part-time position requires a Master’s in Social Work and active Nova Scotia College of Social Workers status, with at least two years of clinical experience; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work from a recognized university.
• Member of, or eligible for, membership in, the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
• 2 years of clinical experience as a clinical Social Worker.
• Previous experience in inpatient setting is an asset.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments, adjustment therapy, supportive therapy and crisis counseling.
• Deliver resource counseling, discharge planning and case management.
• Advocate, educate and collaborate with individuals, families and the care team.
• Contribute to program planning and interprofessional collaboration.

Skills

Counselling skills

Communication skills

Autonomous practice

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Nova Scotia College of Social Workers membership or eligibility

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert

Req ID: 229235
Location: CentralZone,Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: TRMA Trauma Program
Type of Employment: CasualHourly PT long-assignment(50%) x 1
Union: NSGEU HealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 17-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

The Health Care Social Worker reports to the Trauma Program Manager, but is also supported by Program Manager, Boneand Joint within the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care portfolio, Central Zone. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, the Health Care Social Worker provides 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 counseling, resource counseling, discharge planning and case management. The Health Care Social Worker is 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 the Health Care Social Worker to work autonomously as well as collaboratively.

About You

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

• Master's Degree in Social Work from a recognized university
• Member of, or eligible for, membership in, the Nova ScotiaCollege of Social Workers
• 2 years of clinical experience as a clinical Social Worker required
• Previous experience ininpatient setting is an asset
• Strong counselling and communication skills
• Capacity to achieve a high degree of autonomous practice
• 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 prioritize effectively
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment part-time position; 37.5 hours bi-weekly
• Approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits

$40.18 - $55.49 hourly

$57.44 hourly with 25 years' service with the employer

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.

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, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

Job Segment: Social Worker, Medical, Rehabilitation, Service, Healthcare