Social Worker Degree

Position # : 126290

Expected Start Date: September 28, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Biggar & District Health Centre

City/Town: Biggar

Department: Child & Youth&Adolescent Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.86

Shift Information: Days, Nights, Weekends

Number of Hours per Rotation: 24 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker

• BSW $35.137 to $42.966

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: In accordance with the vision, mission and values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority, the policies and procedures relating to Mental Health and Addiction Services, the Social Worker (BSW) is responsible for the provision of community based mental health counseling services to clients within the Mental Health Adult and/or Child and Youth Mental Health Programs.

The position is also accountable for the provision of public education, mental health promotion, consultations and advocacy aimed at supporting individuals wishing to improve their quality of health. The Social Worker (BSW) reports to the Director for administrative supervision and to the Clinical Supervision for Adult and/or Child and Youth Mental Health Programs for clinical supervision.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

Experience in mental health & addictions is an asset

Experience in case management is an asset

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Licenses

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

Basic - Critical thinking skills

Basic - Conflict resolution skills

Basic - Analytical skills

Basic - Interpersonal skills

Basic - Computer skills

Basic - Public relations skills

Basic - Presentation skills

Basic - Organizational skills

Basic - Verbal communication skills

Basic - Writing skills

Basic - Clinical skills

Basic - Decision making skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to work independently

Knowledge in psychological assessment and treatment methods and tools

Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting

Knowledge in adult treatment and intervention techniques

Skilled in Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness practices

Knowledge and understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Ability to work in a cross cultural setting

Ability to work independently and with broader interdisciplinary teams

Ability to provide public presentation and professional training.

Ability to manage a high demand caseload and other work assignments.

Knowledgeable in treatments across a wide clinical spectrum

Broad clinical skills in group and individual interventions

Knowledge in community development

Knowledge in mental health assessment systems

Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work flexible hours

Ability to carry, load and unload equipment and supplies

Knowledge of HIPA

Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity

Knowledge of the Child and Family Service's Act

Other Information

Travel required

For more information on the town of Biggar please visit https://townofbiggar.com/

Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.

Biggar is located approximately 93 km west of Saskatoon

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.