Community Outreach Worker - Recovery Support Centre - Mental Health & Addictions

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 224802Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital Department: MHA WZ Withdrawal Management SWType of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 13-Aug-26About the Opportunity Under the direction of the Manager for Recovery Support Centre Mental Health & Addictions, the Community Outreach Worker will work within a multi-disciplinary team and will be responsible for providing a wide range of clinical services to individuals including: screening, assessment, individual counselling, treatment planning, discharge planning, crisis intervention, group programming, case management/navigation and consultation. The Community Outreach Worker will need to be knowledgeable and highly skilled in the utilization of harm reduction, recovery models and the psychosocial rehabilitation model (PSR). About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Bachelor's degree in Social Work Registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Work (NSCSW) Two years’ (post BSW) related clinical experience Knowledge and understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) Previous experience working in mental health & addictions 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 Valid Nova Scotia Driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle 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 Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Long Assignment, Full Time position; 75 Hours Bi Weekly Approximately 18 Months Dates are subject to change Compensation and Benefits $35.83 - $46.37 hourly Developmental (less than 1 year experience): $34.80 - $43.30 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.

The Community Outreach Worker provides clinical services including screening, assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention within a multi-disciplinary team. They are responsible for case management, group programming, and treatment planning using harm reduction and recovery models.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and be registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Work. At least two years of post-degree clinical experience and a valid driver's license are required.

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Travel insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance • Defined benefit pension plan

• Time managementPreferred

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• Social work
• Clinical counseling
• Crisis intervention
• Case management
• Harm reduction
• Psychosocial rehabilitation
• Motivational interviewing
• Biopsychosocial assessment
• Group facilitation
• Treatment planning
• Discharge planning
• Mental health assessment
• Addiction support
• Time management
• Communication skills
• Collaboration
• Community Outreach
• Self Organization
• Clinical Experience
• Motivational Interviewing
• Treatment Planning
• Valid Driver's License
• Discharge Planning
• Mental Health
• Management
• Case Management
• Social Work
• Communication
• Crisis Intervention
• Disabilities
• French Language
• Innovation
• Mental Diseases
• Time Management

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Community Outreach Worker
• Mental / Behavioral Health Counselor
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Mental Health Counselors
• Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 14, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week