Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 224020Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital  Department: OPEZ Social Work NSGHType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Union: UNIFOR Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 31-Jul-26About the Opportunity The Health Care Social Worker is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team providing collaborative, holistic care on the primary to quaternary care continuum. Social Workers are primarily concerned with the relationships between people and their environments, which are integral to psychosocial, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. The social determinants of health are embedded in social work theory and practice and are the focus for the dynamic and interactive process of engagement, assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Social Workers build upon the strengths of patients/clients by focusing on existing coping strategies and problem-solving skills, past successes, and personal resources.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a recognized university

Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
Two (2) years post BSW related clinical experience required
Knowledge and understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 
Previous experience working in adult community mental health preferred
Demonstrated ability to use a client-/family-centered approach
Familiarity with various evidence-based treatment approaches for use with people with severe and persistent mental illness, such as Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Motivational Interviewing
Demonstrated experience with group facilitation
Ability to complete biopsychosocial assessments
Excellent communication skills
Awareness of local community resources and agencies would be considered an asset
Ability to demonstrate effective time management and disciplined self-organization
Demonstrated comfort and skills working collaboratively with community partners
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience required. If not available, candidates with less than two (2) years of experience may be considered for the selection process. If offered employment, they will be placed on the Healthcare Social Worker A (Developmental) scale.

  Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.  

Hours

Permanent full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Shifts will include weekdays, weekends and holidays.
Travel to other sites may be required.

Compensation and Benefits

$36.58 - $48.53 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.   From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.  

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.