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$29.44 - $32.71 / hour
Part-time
Temporary
Experienced
Zone: Eastern Urban Zone
Location: St. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Social Assistance Worker B
Operations
Temporary Part-Time (until July 4, 2026, with the possibility of extension)
NAPE
07669RP1

Hours: 37.5 biweekly (Days)

Salary: CG-31 (CAD29.44 - CAD32.71 per hour)

Competition Number: VAC0018647

Posted Date: 2025-11-24

Closing Date: 2025-12-01

Job Summary
The Social Assistance Worker B provides resource counselling, social support services and functions in a supportive and assisting role working in collaboration with Social Workers in the Regional Medicine Program. The position manages an independent caseload and, where necessary, works in consultation with Social Workers and other members of the interdisciplinary team. The Social Assistance Worker determines case priorities for referrals received from the interdisciplinary team and reports to the Division Manager, Systemic Therapy, Nursing and Clinical Support.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Regularly moves/lifts objects less than 10 lbs. and occasionally may provide assistance to lift object up to 30 lbs. with push/pull light to medium forces for patient handling.
Constantly sits and performs fine finger precision work when using a computer.
Regularly stands, walks, and drives to client visits.
Alertness and concentration required while frequently completing repetitive tasks and constant auditory/visual concentration.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with a Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce with major coursework in accounting or a three year Diploma in Business Management with a focus in accounting is required.
Demonstrated effective communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with clients and others in a demanding environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of Community Services Program and accounting principles and practice.
Demonstrated strong analytical and organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
Experience in the use of spreadsheet software is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Competition Number: VAC0018647
Company Website: https://NLHealthServices.ca/
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About NL Health Services

About NL Health Services

If you come from away, you’ll discover just how special Newfoundland and Labrador is. If you're a local, you already know this. It’s our people. It’s our culture. It’s our stories (and oh do we love our stories).

If you’re looking to grow your health career in a place with adventure around each corner and a strong sense of community, then let’s put on the kettle and have a chat. Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services might just be the perfect fit for you.

Why join NL Health Services?

There are many reasons. You will put your skills to great use in a unique and remarkable part of the world, be part of interdisciplinary and talented health-care teams and have access to state-of-the-art equipment and modern facilities.

  • We also offer incentives for local talent, those looking to return home and those new to our province.
  • Competitive remuneration and attractive benefits package.
  • Generous vacation packages and paid time off.
  • Full-time and part-time pension plans options.
  • Health insurance, dental and long-term disability plans.
  • Financial incentives and relocation support.
  • Student placements and clinical residencies.
  • Remote work options available.
  • Fast pathways to nursing for out-of-province applicants.

With a rich and unique culture, and tremendous natural beauty, Newfoundland and Labrador is an ideal place to call home, with a growing diverse population and among the safest places in the world to live.

About NL Health Services

At NL Health Services, we are responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 510,550 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our team consists of more than 22,000 dedicated health workers who are committed to providing the best care in communities across the province, in five geographical areas.

The provincial health authority was created in April 2023, following recommendations from Health Accord NL, and brings together five former separate health entities. Our goal is to improve the health of the people of Newfoundland and Labrador and to create a more integrated, accessible, technologically enhanced, equitable and sustainable health system.

We know that it is the people – employees, physicians and volunteers – that together make NL Health Services a great place to work. We believe that every person carries valuable knowledge, experience and perspective, and it is in this diversity that we find strength. At NL Health Services, we embrace the distinct and complementary characteristics of all our members as we seek to eliminate health disparities by providing fair, equitable and quality health care to all patients, residents and clients.

If your passion is to provide extraordinary health care to the residents of the communities of Newfoundland and Labrador, we want to hear from you.

Come, work with us, and be extraordinary every day!

For more information, please visit: https://nlhealthservices.ca/.

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