Health Care Social Worker B (BSW) - Primary Health Care

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. ​Req ID: 225283Location: Central Zone, Pleasant Street Medical Group Department: PHC CZ DSE FP PleasantType of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (50%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 11-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 Two (2) years post BSW related clinical experience required Knowledge and understanding of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Previous experience working in adult community mental health preferred Demonstrated ability to use a client-/family-centered approach Familiarity with various evidence-based treatment approaches for use with people with severe and persistent mental illness, such as Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Motivational Interviewing Demonstrated experience with group facilitation Ability to complete biopsychosocial assessments Excellent communication skills Awareness of local community resources and agencies would be considered an asset Ability to demonstrate effective time management and disciplined self-organization Demonstrated comfort and skills working collaboratively with community partners Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Permanent part-time position; 37.5 hours bi-weekly Shifts include days, nights and weekends 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.

The Health Care Social Worker provides collaborative, holistic care as part of an interdisciplinary team across the primary to quaternary care continuum. They are responsible for conducting biopsychosocial assessments, planning interventions, and facilitating groups to support patient psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers. A minimum of two years of post-BSW clinical experience is required, along with knowledge of the DSM and evidence-based treatment approaches.

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Travel insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance • Defined benefit pension plan

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• crisis interventionSouhaitée
• Group FacilitationSouhaitée
• Mental Health SupportSouhaitée
• interdisciplinary collaborationSouhaitée
• community resource coordinationSouhaitée
• Communication SkillsSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Social work
• Clinical assessment
• Biopsychosocial assessment
• Group facilitation
• Psychosocial rehabilitation
• Motivational interviewing
• Mental health support
• Crisis intervention
• Time management
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Client-centered care
• Family-centered care
• Communication skills
• Community resource coordination
• Self Organization
• Community Mental Health
• Clinical Experience
• Social Determinants Of Health
• Motivational Interviewing
• Planning
• Social Work
• Communication
• Disabilities
• French Language
• Holistic Health
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Mental Diseases
• Time Management

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Health Care Worker
• Home Health Aide
• Home-based Personal Care Workers
• Home Health Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

12 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

19 heures par semaine