Social Worker - Mental Health & Addictions

Become a Health Care Social Worker with Nova Scotia Health, focusing on Mental Health and Addictions. Utilize your BSW and clinical experience to make a meaningful impact in patient care.

In this mandatory casual relief role, your responsibilities will include providing holistic and client-centered interventions aimed at enhancing psychosocial and emotional well-being. You will participate in a dynamic healthcare team while utilizing your knowledge of motivational interviewing and harm reduction practices. Your expertise working with diverse client needs will contribute to better health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess client needs through biopsychosocial evaluations

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team

• Implement effective treatment theories and harm reduction practices

• Facilitate supportive group sessions for clients

• Connect clients with local community resources and services

Requirements:

• BSW from an accredited university

• At least 2 years of related clinical experience preferred

• Familiarity with DSM and various treatment theories

• Active registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers

• Access to a vehicle and valid driver's license

Join us in enriching lives through holistic health care in Nova Scotia.
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