Social Worker I

Job Description

Zone: Central ZoneLocation: CNF - Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre, Grand Falls-Windsor Position: Social Worker IDepartment: Central Zone - HCS Mob Crisis - GFWType: Permanent Full-timeCompetition Number: VAC0008072Hours: 75 (Shift Work, Other Shift; Days, Evenings, Weekends)Salary: CGHP39 (CAD40.07 - CAD48.73 per hour)Posted Date: 2025-02-26Closing Date: Open until filled. Definition of Work: The Mental Health and Addictions Social Worker is a clinical position resulting from the recommendations of the Towards Recovery: The Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador. This position is responsible for providing professional standards of psychiatric Social Work interventions for individuals presenting to the ER with mental health and/or addictions concerns. In keeping with the Stepped Care Approach to Mental Health and Addictions Services, this regional position will accommodate services to ER departments through telephone consultations and the use of Telehealth as required. The Social Worker will also participate in the planning and implementation of a Mobile Crisis Response (Memphis Model) Team, collaborating with police and mental health professionals in crisis situations. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety, and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety. This position will work closely with the Psychiatric Nurse I at James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre, Gander. The successful candidate will exercise independent clinical judgement and quick decision making in various clinical scenarios, including crisis situations. Clinical services include mental health and addictions assessment, treatment, and intervention in collaboration with the Emergency Room team, the Mental Health and Addictions team, and other members of an Interdisciplinary team. Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Social Work Degree. Current registration with NLCSW. 2 years current experience (within the last 5 years) in an addictions and/or mental health setting. Demonstrated knowledge of best Practice Standards related to assessment, treatment, planning, counselling, and evaluation. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to Person and Family Centred Care. Demonstrated analytical, oral, and written communication skills. Demonstrated independence, initiative, and ability to work with others. Demonstrated high level of self-awareness. A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class IV Driver's License and the use of a private vehicle. Consistent demonstration of the core values of NL Health Services: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE). Satisfactory record of work performance and attendance. A satisfactory certificate of conduct from the RCMP or local police authority. Preferred Qualifications: A Master's Degree in Social Work. Completion of the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention course with current certification. Demonstrated knowledge of the DSM-5. Completion of the 5 Person Restraint module and Acute Pharmacological Intervention for mental health emergencies. Proven proficiency with computer systems such as CRMS and Meditech. #J-18808-Ljbffr