Social Worker Degree

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Company: Healthcareersinsask.ca

Location: Regina, SK S4N 7R8

Description:

Job Description

Position #: V34693

Expected Start Date: April 21, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Mental Health & Addiction Services

City/Town: Regina

Department: Child & Youth Services

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: April 17, 2026

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966

Travel Required: No

Human Resources Exemption: No

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Program Manager and as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker provides a range of screening, triage, assessment, treatment and case

coordination services to a primarily child and youth mental health and addiction population. The incumbent provides supervision to students in formal clinical practicums. This position is with the Kinship Team. It involves providing outreach services to a population that often experiences barriers to typical mental health services.

Education
  • Recognized Bachelor Degree in Social Work is required.
  • Must have current practicing registration with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW).

Experience
  • Requires a minimum of one year (postgraduate) recent recognized experience in a community mental health setting working with children, youth and families presenting with acute and chronic mental health problems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of normal child and adolescent development and psychopathology. Ability to identify, implement and evaluate areas of client difficulty across a wide range of clinical

presentation and formulate evidence based intervention. Knowledge of the diversity of cultures, values and traditions and their impact on accessing mental health services.

Knowledge of a variety of intervention strategies (individual and group) for children/youth with mental health and addiction problems in a community setting, including, but not

limited to: assessment, triage treatment and case management. Ability to work in partnership within the community and possess a broad knowledge of community resources

including treatment programs and support agencies. Ability to design, initiate and conduct in service training for other professionals. Ability to provide public education

regarding children and youth and mental health concerns. Ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary mental health team. Ability to manage a high

demand caseload and other work assignments. Knowledge and practical application of the Mental Health Services Act and Health Information Protection Act and other legislation

that impacts the work of clinicians in a mental health setting. Strong communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to document in a concise and timely manner. Ability to

enter and retrieve data in computer database systems.

Other Information
  • Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement. HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.
  • Ability to work flexible hours to meet client need and operational needs.
  • Requires a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for use as needed.
  • Please provide a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.
  • For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/


About Us

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.

About the Team

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 Mtis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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