Social Worker Degree

Job summary

The Social Worker provides screening, triage, assessment, treatment, and case coordination for adult clients in mental health and addiction community settings. They work within an interdisciplinary team to implement evidence-based interventions and maintain effective community relationships.

Job details

Position #: 201915 Expected Start Date: November 02, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: St Josephs Hospital - SHA - MHA City/Town: Estevan Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs - Adult Clinical Services Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: September 08, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Field Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Under the direction of the Manager, and as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker BSW provides a range of screening, triage, assessment, treatment and case coordination services to a primarily adult community mental health and addiction population. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Experience working with mental health and addiction community outreach Education * Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Licenses * Valid Class 5 driver's license Competencies * Cultural competency * Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to identify, implement and evaluate areas of client difficulty. * Highly developed written and oral communication skills * Ability to enter and retrieve data in computer database systems * Able to work independently in a self motivated manner & respond under pressure * Knowledge of Recovery Philosophy * Knowledge in various mental health and addiction and harm reduction strategies * Exp. in mental health & addictions community outreach & crisis interventions * Ability to provide public/educational presentations * Ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting. * Ability to formulate evidence-based intervention based on clinical presentation * Public relation skills with the ability to maintain effective work relationships * Ability to prepare reports in a clear, concise and timely manner. * Knowledge of community resources including treatment programs & support agencies * Establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships * Knowledge and practical application of the Mental Health Services Act and Health Information Protection Act and other legislation * Knowledge in various intervention strategies for individuals and groups * Demonstrates critical thinking, problem solving, conflict resolution skills * Knowledge of assessment, triage, treatment and case management. Other Information * Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW) The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Social Worker provides screening, triage, assessment, treatment, and case coordination for adult clients in mental health and addiction community settings. They work within an interdisciplinary team to implement evidence-based interventions and maintain effective community relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree and be registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW). A valid Class 5 driver's license and experience in mental health and addiction community outreach are required.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mental health assessment
• Addiction counseling
• Crisis intervention
• Case management
• Triage
• Harm reduction strategies
• Recovery philosophy
• Clinical documentation
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Conflict resolution
• Critical thinking
• Public speaking
• Data entry
• Community outreach
• Interpersonal communication
• Legislative compliance
• Report Writing
• Community Outreach
• Community Mental Health
• Database Systems
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Self-Motivation
• Reconciliation
• Mental Health
• Case Management
• Social Work
• Community Mental Health Services
• Public Relations
• Computer Literacy
• Conflict Resolution
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Presentations
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Worker
• Family / School / General Social Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers

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