Social Worker Degree

Job summary

The Social Worker provides crisis intervention, counseling, and goal planning as part of a multidisciplinary mental health team. They are also responsible for screening clients, preparing clinical reports, and delivering education programs to families and the public.

Job details

Position #: 182515 Expected Start Date: November 09, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Royal University Hospital City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs - Emergency Intake Type: Part-time temporary Expected Up to Date: September 30, 2027 FTE: 0.57 Shift Information: Days, Weekends Number of Hours per Rotation: 8 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966 Travel Required: No Job Description: As a member of Mental Health Services, the Social Worker is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include screening, crisis intervention, counselling, goal planning, consultation, preparation of reports, data collection and client, family and public education. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * 1 year experience in the area of mental health and addiction services Education * Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Competencies * Basic - Counseling skills * Coordination skills * Basic - Organizational skills * Basic - Interpersonal skills * Basic - Assessment skills * Basic - Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Initiative & judgment to plan implement/modify treatment programs for clients * Ability to work with CMHNs to deliver education program to families * Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team * Knowledge in applicable health promotion and health prevention initiatives * Knowledge in appropriate systems theory and interventions * Ability to work independently * Knowledge of mental health and mental illness issues in a variety of settings * Knowledge in mental health and mental illness across life cycle * Ability to adapt to changing conditions * Knowledge in applicable policies, procedures and standards * Willingness to take CPR and PART * Demonstrate knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act/related legislation * Knowledge in health promotion and prevention strategies * Willingness to learn about a variety of assessment tools * Knowledge in mental health/mental illness impact on client, family and community Other Information * Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW) * For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/ * Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized 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 crisis intervention, counseling, and goal planning as part of a multidisciplinary mental health team. They are also responsible for screening clients, preparing clinical reports, and delivering education programs to families and the public.

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). At least one year of experience in mental health and addiction services is required.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• report preparation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Crisis intervention
• Counseling
• Assessment skills
• Goal planning
• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer skills
• Data collection
• Report preparation
• Systems theory
• Health promotion
• Health prevention
• Mental health assessment
• Multidisciplinary collaboration
• Treatment planning
• Planning
• Coordinating
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Communications
• Willingness To Learn
• Report Writing
• Computer Literacy
• Mental Health
• Reconciliation
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Social Work
• Data Collection
• Health Promotion
• Crisis Intervention
• Community Mental Health Services
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Mental Diseases
• Systems Theories

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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