Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·Halifax, Nova Scotia
The social worker provides collaborative, holistic care within an interdisciplinary team, focusing on the psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being of patients. Responsibilities include conducting biopsychosocial assessments, developing treatment plans, and facilitating interventions based on social work theory.
3-Sep-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 2 years post graduate related clinical experience required Knowledge and understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) Previous experience working with clients with MHA's concerns preferred Demonstrated knowledge of various treatment theories and practice of harmful involvement, harm reduction, motivational interviewing and stages of change Knowledge of the field of addiction and addiction related programming and treatment Demonstrated ability to use a client-/family-centered approach Demonstrated experience with group facilitation Ability to complete biopsychosocial assessments Awareness of local community resources and agencies would be considered an asset Demonstrated comfort and skills working collaboratively with community partners Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
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.Hours
Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Compensation and Benefits $36.58 - $47.35 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.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and be registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers. A minimum of two years of post-graduate clinical experience is required, along with knowledge of mental health and addiction treatment models.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Nova Scotia often reflect steady demand in child and adolescent services, especially where trauma-informed care and specialized assessment skills are needed. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a Ph.D. or PsyD in Clinical Psychology, registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology, and direct clinical experience with younger patients. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your registration status and prepare examples of trauma-informed work before applying.
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