Social Worker I

Hours: 75 (8 hours; Days)

Salary: CGHP39 (CAD40.88 - CAD49.71 per hour)

Competition Number: VAC0020176

Posted Date: 2026-01-15

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Definition of work:
This is an advanced professional level position involving a high degree of responsibility, autonomy and independence in identifying and providing specialized assessment, individual service planning and critical intervention services for children and youth for Supportive Services for Children and Youth (SSCY) and Autism Services.

Within policy parameters, the Social Worker accepts, screens, and actions referrals in relation to children and youth who require supportive services, completes comprehensive client assessments and using an interdisciplinary approach, assists the client through service planning based on individual needs and available resources. Work involves carrying an active caseload of clients in receipt of an array of services and working directly with clients / families / care providers, social workers continually assess and monitor client strengths, resources, needs, and approved services. Adhering to the Adult Protection Act of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Social Worker accepts and evaluates reports of adult abuse / neglect and conducts investigations when necessary. Social Worker?s also adhere to standards for client services in accordance with the Canadian Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics, the Standards of Practice in Social Work, and the Social Workers Act of Newfoundland and Labrador. 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 by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.

Required qualifications:
? Bachelor?s Degree in social work.
? Current registration with NLASW.
? 2 years? experience within the last 5 years working Community Supports Programs.
? Familiarity with the Provincial Home Support Program and Community Support Program Needs Assessments.
? Familiarity with assessment tools.
? Considerable knowledge of the needs, resources and services available to individuals with a disability.
? Demonstrated ability in comprehensive assessment, interviewing and crisis intervention techniques, and social work programming and delivery methods.
? Established analytical capability and oral / written communication skills.
? Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
? Daily use of a private vehicle for employment.
? Consistent demonstration of NL Health Services? corporate values; Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (ICARE).
? A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
? A satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.