Zone: Western Zone
Location: STR - Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital

Social Worker I
Western Zone - FACTT- Flexible Assertive Community Treatment Team
Temporary Full-time Until 30 June 2025, With Possibility of Extension
86275RP1
Hours
75 (8 hours, 12 hours, Shift Work; Days, Weekends, Evenings, Standby)

0830-1630, 0830-2030, 1200-2000 Hours;

Evenings, weekends and standby required.

Salary CGCH39 (CAD40.07 - CAD48.73 per hour)
Competition Number VAC0004874
Posted Date 2024-12-12
Closing Date 2024-12-19
Demands, duties, qualifications
DUTIES: The Social Worker I is an integral member of the Flexible Assertive Community Treatment Team (FACTT) that provides intensive mobile services to individuals with serious mental illness and concurrent related complexities of mental health issues/disorders. The Social Worker I has responsibility for the delivery of specialized social work intervention and health promotion. Working as part of the multi-disciplinary team, the position is responsible for providing comprehensive client assessments and support to individuals in establishing personal recovery plans as well as short and long-term goals. The successful applicant will consult and work in partnership with local employers, service providers and community agencies in the provision of service to clients of the FACT Team. The incumbent will work closely with the Police in the delivery of Mobile Crisis Response.

While the primary function of this position is to support operations of the FACT Team, the Social Worker I may be involved in assessment, treatment, follow up and support of individuals with mental health and addictions needs throughout various mental health and addictions programs and services.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Social Work Degree is required. Minimum of 2 years' experience working in the Mental Health field, including significant current knowledge and experience in utilizing specific Mental Health and Addiction approaches, including assessment, counseling and crisis intervention with individuals and their families is required. Demonstrated knowledge of professional Social Work practices, community resource utilization, and foundations of practice in the areas of mental health and addictions, including related issues and impacts, along with related theories, techniques and intervention. Effective crisis intervention, assessment, analytical, and communication skills required. Candidates will also demonstrate a high level of self-awareness, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships including those with clients, co-workers, supervisors, other professionals and community partners. Current registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Work is required. A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Please Note: If no candidates meet the required qualifications, other levels of training and experience may be considered

NOTE: The use of a private vehicle is a condition of employment.