Social Workers (BSW & MSW) - Various Locations Throughout The Province
Nova Scotia Health · Halifax, NS
- Pay
- $36.58 - $48.53 an hour
- Type
- Casual
- Posted
- Oct 20
- Closes
- Jan 1, 2027
Social Workers (BSW & MSW)
- Various Locations Throughout The Province
Req ID: 216867
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health
Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available
Union: Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union/Non-Union Position
About the Opportunity
Nova Scotia Health is seeking qualified Social Workers (BSW & MSW) to fill vacancies across a broad range of program & service areas. Opportunities can be found in communities throughout the province. If you are seeking an in-hospital role, or an outpatient clinic setting, a vibrant urban community or tranquil rural area, we want to hear from you.
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About You
We want to hear from you if you have the following:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work from a recognized university
Licensed or eligible for licensure with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers NSCSW | Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
Two (2) years of clinical experience as a Social Worker required
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Minimum two (2) years of experience required. If not available, candidates with less than two (2) years of experience may be considered for the selection process. If offered employment, they will be placed on the Health Care Social Worker (Developmental) scale.
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Compensation and Benefits
BSW Level
$36.58 - $48.53 Hourly
Developmental (less than 2years experience) $34.80 - $44.39 Hourly
MSW Level
Healthcare Social Worker $40.18 - $55.49 Hourly
Healthcare Social Worker Developmental (less than 2 years experience) $35.83 - 38.79 Hourly
Clinical Therapist $42.21 - $58.30 Hourly
Clinical Therapist Developmental (less than 2 years experience) $35.82 - $47.53 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.
Hours
Various permanent, assignments (temporary), casual relief (no guarantee of hours), and opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia.
Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
You will be given the opportunity to specify your work hours and location preferences in the application.
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. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.
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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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