Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·Surrey, British Columbia
Provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient social work services across various health centers and community programs. Deliver clinical support in areas including mental health, addictions, and primary health care throughout Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Health is seeking qualified Social Workers (BSW & MSW) to fill vacancies across a broad range of program & service areas. Opportunities can be found in communities throughout the province. If you are seeking an in-hospital role, or an outpatient clinic setting, a vibrant urban community or tranquil rural area, we want to hear from you.
For more information about communities in Nova Scotia: Nova Scotia Communities - More than Medicine - Healthcare Jobs in Nova Scotia, Canada [https://morethanmedicine.ca/communities]
For more information about our service areas: Clinics, Programs, and Services | Nova Scotia Health [https://www.nshealth.ca/clinics-programs-and-services]
If you are interested in a Clinical Therapy position with Mental Health & Addictions, please apply here: Clinical Therapists (Masters) - Mental Health & Addictions Job Details | Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health [https://jobs.nshealth.ca/nsha/job/Halifax-Clinical-Therapists-%28Masters%29-Mental-Health-&-Addictions-Nova-B3H-2E2/593529217/]
Minimum two (2) years of 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 Health Care Social Worker (Developmental) scale.
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
$36.58 - $48.53 Hourly
Developmental (less than 2years experience) $34.80 - $44.39 Hourly
Healthcare Social Worker $40.18 - $55.49 Hourly
Healthcare Social Worker Developmental (less than 2 years experience) $35.83 - 38.79 Hourly
Clinical Therapist $42.21 - $58.30 Hourly
Clinical Therapist Developmental (less than 2 years experience) $35.82 - $47.53 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.
Various permanent, assignments (temporary), casual relief (no guarantee of hours), and opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia.
Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
You will be given the opportunity to specify your work hours and location preferences in the application.
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.
Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.
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.
Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and licensure or eligibility for licensure with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers. A minimum of two years of clinical experience is preferred, though candidates with less experience may be considered for developmental roles.
Market context
In British Columbia, behavioral-health roles often reflect ongoing demand in acute care, community mental health, and integrated service settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for current BC nursing registration, recent experience with acute mental illness, and comfort working on multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then tailor your application to show relevant mental-health and team-based experience.