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Social Worker Degree

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November 22 2024
Expected expiry date: November 29 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
La Ronge, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 27643
  • Job Category Mental Health and Addiction Services
  • Posting Date 11/21/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Locations Kikinahk Friendship Centre
  • Apply Before 11/29/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 180717

Expected Start Date: January 06, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Kikinahk Friendship Centre

City/Town: La Ronge

Department: Addictions Services - Corrections & Public Safety

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 10 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

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

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Mental Health Social Worker will provide client-driven health and social case management assistance to children and youth in the community and those clients attending the Health Centre to achieve safe and reasonable goals that will optimize clients' health and wellness and improve their quality of life. The Mental Health Social Worker works in collaboration with clients, their families and community and government agencies, and works closely with the Mental and Addictions teams. The Mental Health Social Worker also acts as a resource to and supports the development of community and interagency initiatives as they pertain to their mandate.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Licenses

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge in Continuous Quality Improvement program development and delivery
  • Knowledge in mental health treatment resources
  • Knowledge of crisis intervention and prevention programs
  • Knowledge in family violence, trauma, loss and grief, addiction, and poverty
  • Knowledge in human development and family dynamics
  • Ability to provide public education regarding children/youth mental health issues
  • Knowledge in individual assessment and counselling skills

Other Information

  • La Ronge is located approximately 241 km north of Prince Albert
  • Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
  • Experience with children, youth and families is preferred.
  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
  • For more information on the town of La Ronge please visit https://www.laronge.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.

Additional Information

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 Métis People.

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