SOCIAL WORKER, SPECIALIZED MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Specialized Services department in Fort St. John. This role involves providing vital clinical services to clients struggling with serious mental health and substance use issues while working within an integrated interdisciplinary team. Compensation includes comprehensive benefits, vacation, and opportunities for professional development. Experience in mental health counseling is essential for aspiring candidates.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Access to outdoor activities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Must have a Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current registration number if regulated.
• Experience with clients having mental illness or substance use issues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical social work counselling services to clients with mental illness.
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
• Coordinate discharge planning and continuity of care.

Skills

Clinical social work

Counselling

Assessment

Coordination

Advocacy

Education

Education

Degree in Social Work

Registration with a regulatory body

Job description

Are you a registered Social Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Specialized Services department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of Northern Health and reporting to the Program Lead – Specialized Services or designate Lead (and to the Clinical Practice Lead-SW for clinical guidance, where applicable), the Social Worker provides clinical social work counselling services to clients and families with serious, persistent mental illness and substance use in the clinical specialty area within the Specialized MHSU Outreach and/or Substance Use Stabilization Services program. Conducts comprehensive social work and psychosocial assessments of clients with mental illness and substance misuse/dependence using a variety of modalities and in accordance with professional standards and clinical policies and practices. Educates and provides support and consultation to clients, families, and healthcare professionals. As a member of an integrated, interdisciplinary team, takes a key role in discharge planning and ensuring optimal continuity of care through activities such as liaison, referral, advocacy, coordination, brokerage, and pre-placement visits. Develops, coordinates, and delivers in-services, presentations, psycho-educational and support groups.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:00

Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” which reflects the large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town of Fort St John is located above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population of Fort St. John is over 21,400 but it services an area of approximately 70,000. The community is the hub of the Northeast with a cultural centre and library, theatre, and art space. There are seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one secondary school. There is also a Northern Lights College campus. Check out Fort St. John for more information on what this energetic community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
  
  

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
  
  

Examples May Include

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
  
  

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