At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide holistic care and support to patients in a collaborative health care team.
- Company: Nova Scotia Health, the largest provider of health services in the province.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, health benefits, pension plan, and work-life balance.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to excellence and community well-being.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying the beauty of Nova Scotia.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Social Work and two years of clinical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 36 - 48 $ per hour.
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
- 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
- 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
Hours
Permanent full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
Compensation and Benefits
$36.58 - $48.53 hourly
$50.22 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. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. 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.
Health Care Social Worker B (BSW) in Windsor employer: Nova Scotia Health Authority
Nova Scotia Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a strong commitment to fostering a collaborative work culture, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while making a meaningful impact on healthcare services across the province. The diverse and inclusive environment, combined with the chance to work at various sites, ensures that every day brings new challenges and rewards in your career.
Contact Details:
Nova Scotia Health Authority Recruitment Team
