Social Worker(Social Worker (Level 19D,Mental Health Crisis Response)

Job summary

Assess clients in mental health crises, evaluate risk, gather collateral information, and provide stabilization and brief treatment. Coordinate multidisciplinary care and follow-up, connect clients with appropriate services, consult with community partners, and maintain confidential records.

Job details

The Mental Health Crisis Response Therapist provides comprehensive assessments and treatment to clients as well as provides expert consultation within a multi-disciplinary team, to other services within Health PEI and to various agencies in the community. Duties may include: Plan and conduct a thorough assessment of clients, including assessing of the level of risk; Gather collateral information from interviews with the client, family or significant others, and other professionals (CMH, physician, nurses, social workers, justice, and educational personnel; Establish rapport with clients; Identify and understand the different types of crisis ranging from situational to psychiatric emergencies and formulate a provisional diagnosis hypothesis, utilizing the DSM IV; Utilize extensive knowledge of crises intervention theory and treatment modalities to stabilize the client and to provide early and brief treatments to clients presenting to Prince County Hospital / ER ensuring safety for clients and others; Coordinate a treatment plan with members of a multi-disciplinary team, including physicians, triage nurses and/or other professionals as required; Establish a follow-up plan and agreement; Ensure proper linkages are made when individuals are discharged from Prince County Hospital to another service, and act as a liaison with other mental health professions; Maintain confidential records and case reporting; and, Other related duties. Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work plus considerable related experience in a mental health setting and the treatment of disruptive behaviour conditions. Experience with child and parent, family and group therapy are required. Must be eligible for registration with the PEI Social Work Registration Board. Registration is a requirement for employment. Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders 5 and other relevant Federal and Provincial statutes and acts. Must have considerable experience practicing as A Clinical Social Worker Must be able to operate with a high degree of autonomy and independence. The successful applicant must have a good previous work and attendance record. Other qualifications: Related experience in a mental health setting. Additional relevant education and experience would be considered an asset. Demonstrated ability to work independently within professional expertise and apply sound clinical decision making. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment. Have or committed to acquire training (designated population/program/service) necessary to perform role. Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, facilitation, and collaboration skills Ability to develop and lead education sessions for patients, families, staff, physicians and management. Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development. Strong communication skill, both written and verbal. Effective time management and organization skills Conflict resolution skills Ability to work independently while respecting professional boundaries, cultural differences and respect for diversity Ability to exercise diplomacy, tact and judgement in collaborating with patient's, families and staff in difficult and complex situations Proficiency working in a computerized environment Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Looking for a rewarding healthcare career? Join Health PEI’s team and take advantage of our exciting incentive programs designed just for you! Learn more about how you can benefit and make a difference today! Salary Range: $40.32 - $50.42 per hour (UPSE Level 19D) Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Rotating 11.25 Shifts, Every Second Weekend Posting ID: 167501-0325PCPI Closing Date: Friday October 23, 2026 at 4:00 pm

What you’ll do

Assess clients in mental health crises, evaluate risk, gather collateral information, and provide stabilization and brief treatment. Coordinate multidisciplinary care and follow-up, connect clients with appropriate services, consult with community partners, and maintain confidential records.

Requirements

Requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, considerable clinical social work experience in a mental health setting, and experience treating disruptive behavior conditions, including child and parent, family, and group therapy. Applicants must be eligible for registration with the PEI Social Work Registration Board and have knowledge of relevant mental health legislation and diagnostic standards, along with strong independent clinical judgment and collaboration skills.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Facilitation · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical Assessment
• Risk Assessment
• Crisis Intervention
• Mental Health Treatment
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Treatment Planning
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Case Management
• Family Therapy
• Group Therapy
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution
• Leadership
• Facilitation
• Time Management
• Record-Keeping

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services

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