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Job Title:
Social Worker I
Posted Date:
5/19/2022
Closing Date:
5/26/2022
Functional Discipline:
Mental Health & Addictions
Education Level:
None specified
Job Description
Location: Bonavista H&CS Office - Hayley Building
Social Worker I
Bonavista Community Services - Hayley Building
Mental Health and Addictions - Community
Temporary, Full-Time (until March 31, 2023, with possibility of extension)
01721RP1
Hours
Your hours of work will follow the flexible work schedule in accordance with Article 19.01(a) of the NAPE-HP Collective Agreement, based on 150 hours in a 4-week period (by mutual agreement).
Salary
CG-39 ($35.75 - $40.01 per hour)
Competition Number
2022003411
Posted Date
19 May 2022
Closing Date
26 May 2022
About Us
Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.
Job Summary
The Mental Health Social Worker is responsible for providing clinical services including mental health assessment and therapeutic intervention to children, adolescents, adults, and families within a community mental health setting. This may entail the provision of outreach clinics. Duties may also include participation in mental health promotion and community mobilization. The Social Worker will be expected to provide field instruction for Social Work students.
This position maintains accountability to the Social Work Professional Practice Consultant for professional integrity and practice issues.
Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally, there is lifting, or physical strength required to lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
Regularly sits to consult with clients, conduct therapeutic sessions, and to work on the computer.
Occasionally works in awkward or cramped body positions; pushes, pulls, and sets up furniture for group work, and drives to conduct home visits with clients.
Regularly uses fine finger/precision work on a computer.
Job Qualifications
Graduation with an accredited Bachelor of Social Work Degree is required.
Current and continuing registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Social Workers (NLASW) is required.
Minimum of two years of experience within the last four working in a mental health and addictions program is required.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, including but not limited to, Mental Health Care and Treatment Act, Adult Protection Act, Advanced Health Care Directives Act, Medical Assistance in Dying, and the Children, Youth and Families Act.
Knowledge of community resources, systems, and programs.
Knowledge of mental health and addictions issues, treatments, and available services.
Knowledge of specific mental health approaches including supportive counseling and crisis intervention.
Knowledge of case management.
Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise and mentor students.
Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment and interventions with individuals, families, and groups.
Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, decision-making and organizational skills.
Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to deliver/facilitate effective presentations.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional environment and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
The use of a private vehicle is a condition for employment as travel in the region may be required.
If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPE HP Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. Otherwise, if this is posted internal and external, we will accept all applications, but preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPE HP Regional Bargaining Unit.
Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca
Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately
To become a part of our team, please submit your resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.
Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:
Telephone:
(709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email:
employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.
If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.
Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection and onboarding processes. We are happy to assist applicants requesting accommodation or support during the process. Please email employment@easternhealth.ca or call 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.
All Eastern Health employees and new hires are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption.
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