Social Worker - BSW

HealthCareersInSask.ca•Buffalo Narrows, SK

19h•CA$35 - CA$43•Onsite

About The Position

In accordance with the vision, mission and values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority, the policies and procedure relating to Mental Health and Addictions Services, the Social Worker - BSW is responsible for the provision of community based mental health counselling services to the clients within the Mental Health Adult and/or Child and the Youth Mental Health Programs. This position is also accountable to the provision of public education, mental health promotion, consultation and advocacy aimed at supporting individuals wishing to improve their quality of health.

Requirements

Valid Class 5 driver's license
Bachelor Degree of Social Work
Computer skills
Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW) membership
Experience in providing counselling/treatment services
Knowledge in human development and family dynamics
Excellent interpersonal, organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to travel on remote roads or fly in small aircraft to remote communities
Ability to communicate in a cross-cultural setting
Knowledge and skill in mental health intervention methodologies
Sound clinical judgement skills
Knowledge in child and youth treatment programming
Ability to work independently to plan and prioritize workload demands
Knowledge of social determinants of health affecting vulnerable populations
Knowledge in family violence, trauma, loss and grief, addiction, and poverty

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Cree is an asset

Responsibilities

Provision of community based mental health counselling services to clients within the Mental Health Adult and/or Child and the Youth Mental Health Programs.
Provision of public education, mental health promotion, consultation and advocacy aimed at supporting individuals wishing to improve their quality of health.