Social Worker I
Location: TBD - To Be Determined
Social Worker I - Regional FASD Coordinator
Labrador Grenfell Zone - PHE ADDICTIONS - FASD 95
Permanent Full-time
Location - To Be Determined within Labrador Grenfell Zone
NAPE HP
55991POS
Hours: 75 Hours biweekly (8 hours; Days)
Salary:
CGHP39 (CAD40.88 - CAD49.71 per hour)
The following incentives may be applicable:
- Signing bonus up to $16,000
- Student Bursary up to $10,000
- Relocation Assistance
- For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email [email protected] *subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually.
Competition Number: VAC0015382
Posted Date: 2025-08-27
Closing Date: 2025-09-03
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager of Mental Health Services, the primary purpose of this position is to collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to ensure a coordinated approach in the provision of FASD-related services in the region.
Qualifications:
? Bachelor of Social Work
? Registration with NLCSW
? Experience in the mental health, addictions, or community health field - preferably with specific work experience with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
? Specific knowledge and experience in the areas of program planning and delivery, research methods, and community development methods.
? Strong interpersonal, analytical, facilitation, written and oral communication skills are required.
? Valid drivers license with use of personal vehicle.
? The successful candidate will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct.
Duties: (Included but not limited to)
? Screen comprehensive assessment packages for presentation to the FASD Diagnostic Team.
? Support, intervene on behalf of, and advocate for individuals, groups and communities that are impacted by FASD.
? Maintain appropriate referral processes in consultation with Labrador FASD Diagnostic Team and community groups.
? Participate on related committees and teams.
? Maintain a data base of individuals with FASD.
? Compile and maintain inventory of FASD resource materials; and ensure a fluid distribution of such resources within the region.
? Maintain a specialized level of knowledge and skill pertaining to FASD treatment and education / prevention programming through ongoing research and review of current literature.
? Liaise closely with medical staff, education, and legal agency personnel.
? Serve as an authoritative source of information regarding FASD and available programs and services.
? Other related duties as required.
? Travel required, may be required to work alone.
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