Social Worker Degree
About The Position
In accordance with the vision, mission and values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority, the policies and procedures relating to Mental Health and Addiction Services, the Social Worker (BSW) is responsible for the provision of community based mental health counseling services to clients within the Mental Health Adult and/or Child and Youth Mental Health Programs. The position is also accountable for the provision of public education, mental health promotion, consultations and advocacy aimed at supporting individuals wishing to improve their quality of health. The Social Worker (BSW) reports to the Director for administrative supervision and to the Clinical Supervision for Adult and/or Child and Youth Mental Health Programs for clinical supervision.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.
- Ability to work independently
- Knowledge in psychological assessment and treatment methods and tools
- Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting
- Knowledge in adult treatment and intervention techniques
- Skilled in Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness practices
- Knowledge and understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Ability to work in a cross cultural setting
- Ability to work independently and with broader interdisciplinary teams
- Ability to provide public presentation and professional training.
- Ability to manage a high demand caseload and other work assignments.
- Knowledgeable in treatments across a wide clinical spectrum
- Broad clinical skills in group and individual interventions
- Knowledge in community development
- Knowledge in mental health assessment systems
- Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Ability to carry, load and unload equipment and supplies
- Knowledge of HIPA
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
- Knowledge of the Child and Family Service's Act
- Basic - Critical thinking skills
- Basic - Conflict resolution skills
- Basic - Analytical skills
- Basic - Interpersonal skills
- Basic - Computer skills
- Basic - Public relations skills
- Basic - Presentation skills
- Basic - Organizational skills
- Basic - Verbal communication skills
- Basic - Writing skills
- Basic - Clinical skills
- Basic - Decision making skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience in mental health & addictions is an asset
- Experience in case management is an asset
Responsibilities
- Provision of community based mental health counseling services to clients within the Mental Health Adult and/or Child and Youth Mental Health Programs.
- Provision of public education, mental health promotion, consultations and advocacy aimed at supporting individuals wishing to improve their quality of health.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
