Social Worker Degree

Job summary

The Social Worker provides screening, triage, assessment, treatment, and case coordination services for an adult population in mental health and addiction settings. They work as part of an interdisciplinary team to implement evidence-based interventions and community outreach.

Job details

Position #: 201915 Expected Start Date: December 07, 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 * Computer skills * Cultural competency Knowledge and Abilities * Able to work independently in a self motivated manner & respond under pressure * Knowledge in various mental health and addiction and harm reduction strategies * Highly developed written and oral communication skills * Ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting. * Knowledge and practical application of the Mental Health Services Act and Health Information Protection Act and other legislation * Knowledge of assessment, triage, treatment and case management. * Ability to enter and retrieve data in computer database systems * Ability to provide public/educational presentations * Ability to formulate evidence-based intervention based on clinical presentation * Knowledge of community resources including treatment programs & support agencies * Knowledge in various intervention strategies for individuals and groups * Establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships * Knowledge of Recovery Philosophy * Demonstrates critical thinking, problem solving, conflict resolution skills * Public relation skills with the ability to maintain effective work relationships * Ability to identify, implement and evaluate areas of client difficulty. * Exp. in mental health & addictions community outreach & crisis interventions * Ability to prepare reports in a clear, concise and timely manner. 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 services for an adult population in mental health and addiction settings. They work as part of an interdisciplinary team to implement evidence-based interventions and community outreach.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) 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

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

Other relevant skills

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

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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