Health Care Social Worker B (BSW) – Restorative Care

Nova Scotia Health

City or region
Springhill, NS

Qualifications

• About the Opportunity
• Reporting to the Health Services Manager, 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
• 2 years’ post BSW related clinical experience required
• Previous experience working in community-based setting preferred
• Demonstrated ability to use a client-/family-centered approach
• Ability to complete biopsychosocial assessments
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to assist patients and families with navigation of local community resources and agencies
• Travel to various sites may be required
• 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.

Application deadline
March 5, 2025

Wage/salary
$35.86 to $45.29

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