Health Care Social Worker B (Bachelors) - Primary Health Care

Health Care Social Worker B (Bachelors) - Primary Health Care

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Req ID: 228369

Location: Central Zone, Alderney Health Home

Department: PHC STRAT-FAMILY PRACTICE TEAMS-DGH

Type of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1

Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 28-Oct-26

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 are primarily concerned with 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 are the focus for the dynamic and interactive process of engagement, assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation.

Social Workers build upon the strengths of patients/clients by focusing on existing coping strategies and problem-solving skills, 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 required

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 various evidence-based treatment approaches for use with people with 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 would be considered an asset

Ability to demonstrate effective time management and disciplined self-organization

Demonstrated comfort and skills working collaboratively with community partners

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 full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Approximately 12 months

Shifts are Monday-Friday (days) but may include evening or weekend shifts

Compensation and Benefits

$36.58 - $48.53 hourly

$50.23 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.

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